State-run Chinese TV broadcast has harsh words for Windows 8 and Microsoft
The Chinese government doesn't like Windows 8, and a state-run TV network reiterated that sentiment.
New Start Menu for Windows reportedly won’t be out until 2015
The new Start Menu that was teased during Build 2014 won't see the light of day until after the calender flips to 2015.
Microsoft is ‘working proactively’ with China to resolve the Windows 8 ban issue
Microsoft hopes it can come to a resolution with the Chinese government after its Windows 8 operating system was banned from use on state PCs.
A closer look at Microsoft’s absurdly thin Surface Pro 3
At only 9.1 mm thick, the Surface Pro 3 is both one of thinnest tablets on the market, and one of the most powerful. And Microsoft wants it to completely replace your laptop. Take take a closer look at Microsoft's marvel in our photo gallery.
Chinese government bans the use of Windows 8 on its PCs
As if Windows 8 and 8.1 didn't have enough problems related to low market-share already.
Windows XP usage is still going strong, even though Microsoft no longer supports it
Though Microsoft has stopped supporting Windows XP, millions of people are still using it.
Windows 8.1 Update 2: Here are five things we want to see in Microsoft’s next update
The lack of news about Windows 9 remains disappointing. Perhaps Windows 8.1 Update 2 is in the cards instead. If so, here's what we want to see included.
No, really: Windows XP refugees should take a second look at Windows 8
Windows 8.1 is far from perfect, but I think the OS is finally ready to be embraced by non-touchscreen users.
Hands on: Update 1 knocks a few rough edges off a still-prickly Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1 Update 1 hopes to make desktop users more comfortable with the Start screen and Metro-style apps. We go hands-on with it and check it out.
Puget Systems offers to give their Windows 8 systems a Windows 7-like look and feel
Puget Systems offers its customers the option to tweak Windows 8 and make it function and feel like its more popular cousin, Windows 7.
How to find your Windows 8 or 8.1 product key
Product keys are crucial, but they're not always the easiest to locate. Check out our guide on how to find your Windows 8 or 8.1 product key.
Ex-Microsoft employee arrested for leaking Windows 8, passing trade secrets
Former Microsoft software engineer Alex Kibkalo was arrested in Seattle on Wednesday, accused of leaking Windows 8 prior to its release.
New Mac Pro gives Windows 7 the heave-ho, won’t run in Boot Camp
The new, high-end Mac Pro offers a lot of bells and whistles, but Windows 7 support in Boot Camp isn't one of them.
Mozilla abandons Firefox for the Windows 8 Start screen
Bad news if you were one of the handful of people actively using the full-screen Windows 8 version of Firefox — its developers have decided to cease working on it, citing low user numbers.
Is Microsoft looking into making Windows 8.1 free for all?
Well, this is one way to boost the operating system's anemic adoption statistics.
Microsoft slashes Windows 8 licenses by 70% to combat Chromebooks
Looking to position Windows 8 more competitively in the PC and tablet landscape, Microsoft has slashed the price of the operating system licenses on the manufacturer side of the business.
Will Microsoft Office arrive on iPads before Windows tablets?
Insider sources suggest that Microsoft Office for iPad is far from dead, and could in fact be arriving earlier than the Windows 8-optimized edition — read the latest from the rumor mill here.
Microsoft says it’s sold over 200 million Windows 8 licenses
According to Microsoft, Windows 8 isn't as much of a dud as you might think, if one figure is any indication.
Microsoft wants you to help loved ones get off Windows XP
Microsoft wants to get people off Windows XP and onto Windows 8.1.
Goodbye, Internet Explorer! Firefox for Windows 8 Touch Beta has arrived
The beta release of Mozilla's Firefox Windows 8 app is finally here.
Will the upcoming Windows 8.1 update boot straight to the desktop?
The upcoming Win 8.1 update could bypass the Modern/Metro UI automatically when you boot up.
How to fix common Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 problems
Like any new OS, Windows 8 and 8.1 have suffered from a variety of bugs that can confuse unsuspecting users. Here's how to solve the most common problems.
With Windows 9 on the way, businesses waiting out Win 8 opt for Win 7
Some experts say that there's businesses will skip Windows 8 and wait for Windows 9 to upgrade.
New Windows 8.1 update screenshots leaked?
A Russian site leaked alleged screenshots of an upcoming Windows 8.1 update.
Microsoft releases a Windows 8.1 how to PDF manual
Microsoft put out this guide to help you get familiar with Windows 8.1.
5 ways Microsoft could salvage its empire with Windows 9
A new version of Windows is rumored to be in development, but Windows 9 will have to be great to repair the damage caused by its predecessor.
Firefox app for Windows 8 release date delayed again, to March 18
The Firefox app for Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 won't be unleashed until we're close to spring.
Windows 8/8.1 desktop marketshare hits double digits, but Windows 7 is still growing
Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 together have reached an OS market share milestone.
Acer intros $199 19.5-inch LED touch monitor just in time for the holidays
Acer's new 19.5-inch, 10-point touch display is low on resolution, but could be high on value.
Microsoft ends Windows 7 retail sales, directs consumers to Windows 8
Attempting to transition consumers to Windows 8, Microsoft has discontinued the retail version of Windows 7 and have stopped supplying copies to retailers.
Microsoft Threshold is coming, and it will continue to merge Microsoft’s operating systems
A significant Windows update is coming, and it's called Threshold.
Even more people are using Windows 7 as of last month
Most machines running Windows are running either Windows 7 or XP, not Windows 8.
Is a Windows operating system merger coming?
Do you wish Windows was a single software experience across all devices? So does a Microsoft exec.
Welcome to the drone club, Windows users! Quadrocopter maker partners with Microsoft
UAV maker Parrot has partnered with Microsoft to allow you to control the Parrot AR Drone 2.0 quadrocopter with your Windows machine.