Internet Explorer 8 arrives – no-one cares
March 20, 2009
After over two years in the making, Internet Explorer 8 was finally released to the public on March 19, 2009. And no one cares.
Archive for March, 2009
Silverlight gets sleeker, more co-operative
March 20, 2009
Microsoft has unveiled the third edition of its Silverlight technology for interactive web components. It’s packed extra features into a smaller download in a continuing attempt to rival Adobe’s Flash system.
Steve Ballmer talks Apple pricing, Yahoo! deal, Zune, and more
March 19, 2009
Steve Ballmer is the CEO of Microsoft, the head honcho of one of the largest companies in the world, especially now that Bill Gates has retired from the day-to-day running of Microsoft. He recently spoke at the McGraw-Hill media conference, and he had things to say on many different issues.
Mixed response on Internet Explorer 8 launch day
March 19, 2009
With today’s launch of Internet Explorer 8, media response has been a mixed bag. The new features have generally been well-received, but problems with the user interface and implementation of web standards have earned criticism.
Microsoft cloud service goes Azure over tip
March 18, 2009
Microsoft’s cloud computing service Azure, currently in testing, has suffered a 22-hour outage. It’s an embarrassment, but some pundits believe it might be a wake-up call that improves the finished product.
Microsoft marketing sees Windows PCs destroy Apple Macs
March 17, 2009
The latest U.S. sales figures for computers are in, and they show that while Windows PCs continue to sell in increased numbers, Apple Mac sales are trending down. Is this purely because of the faltering economy, or are the benefits of that ‘I’m a PC’ marketing campaign from Microsoft finally showing through?
Opera chief unimpressed with Internet Explorer switchoff
March 17, 2009
The head of the firm which sparked a European Commission investigation into Microsoft’s promotion of Internet Explorer says plans to make it an optional feature in Windows 7 don’t go far enough. Opera’s Jon von Tetzchner maintains that Windows should treat all major browsers equally.
Vista Capable case could regain class action status
March 16, 2009
Microsoft is arguing against an attempt to reinstate class action status to the ongoing ‘Vista Capable’ case. If it fails in the bid, the potential price of losing the case would be many times higher.
Microsoft developing Surface 2 aka SecondLight
March 15, 2009
You may never have heard of the Microsoft Surface, and the chances are you’ve never seen one in action. If you have then you’ve got one up on me. However, it’s been revealed that the Surface 2, dubbed SecondLight, is currently in development, and features a new realm of interaction.
Microsoft should support XP until Windows 7 arrives
March 14, 2009
Windows Vista has been an unmitigated disaster for Microsoft. Sure, it has made the company oodles of money, as every operating system does, but in terms of public relations, Vista will take some getting over.
How to dual boot Vista and Windows 7
March 14, 2009
Both Vista and Windows 7 can easily co-exist on one machine, and the process is easier than you may think. It’s as simple as making sure both operating systems are installed and running efficiently, as well as configuring your system boot-options effectively. Here’s how it’s done.
President Obama’s stimulus package helps build ‘Bridge to Microsoft’
March 13, 2009
Microsoft is one of the biggest and richest companies in the world. Its Chairman, one Bill Gates Esq., is a billionaire many times over, and right up there with the richest men on the planet. Its CEO, Steve Ballmer Esq., is also a multi-billionaire. So it’s clearly fitting that Microsoft is one of the first companies to benefit from President Obama’s stimulus package.
Another 27 tweaks confirmed for Windows 7
March 13, 2009
Microsoft has announced a further 27 changes to Windows 7 based on user feedback. It comes as yet another new leaked edition looks suspiciously like a finished product.
Microsoft claims IE8 is faster than Firefox and Chrome
March 12, 2009
Internet Explorer 8 is almost with us, and so begins Microsoft’s effort to drag people back from one of the other alternatives many have moved to. Microsoft has started the push by claiming IE8 is faster than either Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome.
BitDefender claims it has Conficker killer
March 12, 2009
Security firm BitDefender says it’s developed the first successful removal tool for the Conficker virus. The firm says the tool is particularly important now that an even stronger version of the virus is circulating.
