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Tag: Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows 10 will only be free for genuine Windows 7, Windows 8.1 users
Microsoft has issued a clarification about the eligibility of receiving a free copy of Windows 10 after a number of publications (including us) interpreted one of Microsoft’s statements that the latest operating…
Microsoft partners with Indian vendor for PC-on-a-stick device
Microsoft has partnered with iBall – an Indian hardware vendor – to release iBall Splendo – a first of its kind compact and affordable Windows 8.1 powered PC-on-a-stick device that can convert…
Security researchers uncovers new Microsoft Windows security flaw
Computer security researchers have uncovered a new flaw in Microsoft Windows operating system dubbed ‘Redirect to SMB,’ which could be exploited by hackers to steal sensitive login credentials from any device running…
Google discloses two more Microsoft Windows bugs
Google has disclosed a pair of new security flaws present in Microsoft’s Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 OS. The search giant has publicly revealed two more Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 bugs…
Microsoft Azure Backup now supports Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1
Microsoft has announced that its Azure Backup service now supports Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1 systems allowing companies to keep their on-premises data safe in the cloud. “Microsoft Azure Backup is a simple…
Microsoft rolls out Skype Translator Preview Programme for Windows 8.1
Microsoft has rolled out a preview of its Skype Translator for Windows 8.1 devices enabling users to communicate in different languages while placing a video call. “Today, we are excited to announce…
Windows 7 continues OS market dominance as Windows 8.1 adoption increases
Microsoft Windows 8.1 currently accounts for 12.10 per cent of the operating system market share, latest operating system statistics reveal. According to latest statistics from metrics firm, Netmarketshare, usage of Windows 8.1…
Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 launched; features quad-core processor, Windows 8.1, QHD display, more
Lenovo has introduced a new member to its Yoga range of devices – a 13-inch Yoga Tablet 2 featuring QHD display, Windows 8.1 and a quad-core processor among other things. The Windows…
Microsoft says Windows 8.1 August update is screwed; asks users to uninstall it
The download link of Microsoft Windows 8.1 Update, also called the August Update, has been withdrawn from the website, after some errors were reported and the company has asked users to uninstall…
Windows 9 to be free for Vista, XP laggards?
This one is too good to be true and if you think that Redmond will dole out such an offer, we recommend you rethink!
Windows 8.1, Windows XP market share slipped in July
Windows versions – XP, 8 and 8.1 have lost their market share, while the Windows 7 version has gained 0.67% share.
Windows 8.1 Update 2 to be rolled out in August
The update is expected to be rolled out silently with Patch Tuesday update on August 12, 2014.
Microsoft offers 130 eBooks covering Windows 8.1, Office 2013, Azure, more for free
The collection includes books on Microsoft operating systems, productivity suites, cloud technologies, and CRM among others.
Toshiba Encore 2 Windows 8.1 tablets launched
The original Toshiba Encore Windows 8 tablet has proved to be a successful device, especially thanks to its affordable price and more than decent tech specs. And now Toshiba is putting on the market the next generation.