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Why Microsoft Should Make Windows Blue Free
Windows 8's gloomy narrative could be rewritten when Windows Blue arrives later this year. The first step is to give it away for free.
Windows 8 Tablets: Why Microsoft Must Slash Prices
Microsoft can maintain its market dominance with Windows 8 if it tries something not in its normal playbook.
What's Excel's Place In Big Data Age?
Microsoft has its own opinion. But do CIOs want to make Excel the analytics engine for the masses?
Microsoft Surface Pro: Too Much Tablet?
You might not want to buy this almost-a-PC, overstuffed-tablet hybrid. But your boss might buy one for you.
Is SharePoint Trustworthy For Business-Critical Processes?
With workflow improvements in SharePoint 2013, more companies may consider it. Here's what else to consider in Microsoft's latest version.
6 Things Microsoft Must Do In 2013
This could be a make or break year as Microsoft looks to establish itself in mobile, cloud and other hot new markets while fending off challenges...
Mobile's Biggest Losers In 2012
The last twelve months have been turbulent for smartphone makers and wireless network providers. Here's who took it on the chin hardest.
Microsoft's Big Hits And Misses Of 2012
The past year saw some big wins, and big setbacks, for Microsoft. And then there's the special case of Windows 8.
Microsoft Surface RT Best Tablet Ever, 'Reviewers' Gush
Windows 8 tablet may not be posting big sales numbers, but everyone who bought one from Best Buy claims to love it unconditionally.
Can Microsoft Surface, Best Buy Save Each Other?
Microsoft needs to get its Windows 8 tablet in front of as many eyeballs as possible, and the retailer needs hot products to drive in-store sales.
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Windows 8 Learning Curve: Two Customers Speak
May 21, 2013Microsoft users expect Windows 8.1 to lessen the learning curve for the new OS. But it may not be as bad as you fear, two education customers report.
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Windows 8: 5 Hopeful Signs
May 18, 2013Thanks to new apps and smaller, cheap devices, Windows 8 is primed for a rebound -- if Windows 8.1 delivers.
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Windows 8's Best Chance Depends On BYOD?
May 16, 2013Windows 8 will do better with consumers than IT departments, says Forrester report.
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Dell Earnings May Disappoint
May 16, 2013Michael Dell and his plan to take the company private may benefit if quarterly earnings miss Wall Street's expectations.
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Windows 8.1: No Cost, Big Pressure
May 14, 2013Microsoft confirms that Windows 8.1, formerly known as Windows Blue, will be free for current Windows 8 and Windows RT users. But will it be...
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Microsoft Office 365 Steps On Google Enterprise Ambitions
May 14, 2013Office 365 could soon be a $1 billion annual business, but Microsoft is still playing proactive defense against Google Apps.
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Why Microsoft Should Make Windows Blue Free
May 14, 2013Windows 8's gloomy narrative could be rewritten when Windows Blue arrives later this year. The first step is to give it away for free.
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3M Uses Azure For Image Analysis Service
May 13, 20133M Manager Bill Smyth wanted to launch a new business without plunging into the company's capital budget allocation process. So he used...
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8 Things Microsoft Should Fix In Windows Blue
May 11, 2013Windows 8 has left a lot of folks fuming. Can Windows Blue win them back?
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Google, Nokia, BlackBerry News: Mobile Week Ahead
May 11, 2013The week of May 13, major players are holding events that could shake up the mobile landscape. Here's a sneak peak.
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