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Bing Update Adds Twitter Integration

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 10:00:00 -0500

The Bing team is bringing a bit of Twitter to Bing search results. Not indexing all of Twitter at this time… just a small set of prominent and prolific Twitterers (a few thousand) to start. This includes Tweets from folks from Microsoft’s own search technology and business sphere like Danny Sullivan or Kara Swisher as well as those from spheres of more general consumer appeal like...

Microsoft and DOD Defining Windows 7 Security

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:00:00 -0500

As users await the release of the next version of the Windows operating system, Microsoft is working with the government to establish secure system settings that are expected to become the Federal Desktop Core Configuration (FDCC) for Windows 7. Earlier this month, Microsoft released the alpha version of its security guide for the new operating system. At the same time, it is...

Save 50% on Windows 7 Pre-order

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:00:28 -0500

Microsoft is offering Windows XP and Windows Vista users a special pre-order upgrade oppertunity to upgrade at a 50% discount. Users can purchase Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade for $49 and $99 for the Windows 7 Pro upgrade edition. If you want Windows 7 hurry and pre-order now. The offer is only valid for a few weeks in each country. Once its over you will have to pay...

Windows 7 Free Upgrade

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 09:00:57 -0500

Starting June 26th when users buy a new computer from a major manufacturer with Windows Vista Premium, Business or Ultimate computer they will get a free upgrade to the corresponding version of Windows 7. Users will receive the free Windows 7 upgrade shortly after GA on October 22nd. Available world wide, users must request the free upgrade on a special Web page setup by the computer...

Official Windows 7 Box Art

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:06:36 -0500

Earlier this week Microsoft revealed the official Windows 7 box art that is similar but less cluttered than the leaked versions that appeared weeks ago. The goal was to simplify the packaging and make it easier to open. We approached the packaging for Windows 7 the same way we approached the product – by listening to what our customers told us they wanted: make...

No Internet Explorer in Windows 7 for Europe

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:12:39 -0500

The European Commission of Competition that is responsible for the Windows N (no media player) editions can claim another victory for competition today with Microsoft announcing Windows 7 only in the European union will not ship with Internet Explorer 8. In fact, it will not ship with any Internet browser. Computer manufacturers will have the option to install IE8 and/or any other...

Windows 7 To Launch October 22

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:57:17 -0500

Microsoft has confirmed Windows 7 will be available for purchase in stores preloaded on new computers starting October 22. SVP of Windows Bill Veght said, "We feel confident that we will deliver Windows 7 with our partners on Oct. 22." While the release to manufacturing (RTM) milestone has not yet been reached Microsoft appears to be on track to deliver the final build in late July....

No More App Limits in Windows 7 Starter

Fri, 29 May 2009 16:25:37 -0500

Microsoft announced on the Windows Team Blog that the Starter Edition of Windows 7 will no longer limit the number of applications you can run at once. "For the first time, we will be making Windows 7 Starter available worldwide on small notebook PCs. We are also going to enable Windows 7 Starter customers the ability to run as many applications simultaneously as they would like,...

Microsoft Tag Design Contest

Thu, 28 May 2009 05:00:15 -0500

The Tag Slaps Design Contest challenges you to create an original customized Tag and creative concept for an accompanying mobile experience. Your entry should include a working customized Tag that leads to a mobile web site, as well as a creative concept for a mobile site. The mobile site experience concept should engage your customer and encourage them to take an action such as signing...

Windows 7 Promo Material Leaks

Wed, 27 May 2009 06:00:35 -0500

Microsoft has been very quiet on what the promotion of Windows 7 will look like as the OS is finalized. Until now little has been released officially with the exception of Microsoft China showing off some new Windows 7 art on their main site. Unofficially there have been leaks of alleged Windows 7 box art and even a promotional design guide template. While the logo of...

Service Pack 2 Download Links for Vista and Server 2008

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:30:11 -0500

Overnight Microsoft released Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 to the Microsoft download center for public download. Previously Service Pack 2 was only available to MSDN and TechNet subscribers. In other news anti-Windows fanboys international issued a press release requesting all members trade in "Windows 7 is Vista SP2" t-shirts for updated Vista SP3...

Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor Released

Fri, 08 May 2009 12:00:54 -0500

When a new version of Windows is released, people either upgrade their existing PC or purchase a new PC with the latest version of Windows already pre-installed. For the people who want to upgrade their existing PC, they are often faced with the question of whether their PC can run the new Windows version or not. As we announced last week, Microsoft plans to offer a tool that can be used...

Windows 7 RC Public Release - Download Now

Tue, 05 May 2009 10:09:59 -0500

Microsoft has released Windows 7 RC to the public today on Windows.com. The free evaluation copy will expire March 1st, 2010 giving users almost a year to use Windows 7 for free. Microsoft is not limiting the number of Windows 7 RC downloads and it will be available through July. Download Now

Windows 7 RC Released to MSDN, TechNet and Connect

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 21:14:22 -0500

Microsoft unveils the Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC) for TechNet and MSDN subscribers – a key milestone prior to final delivery of the next Windows operating system. Beta Testers can also download the RC from Microsoft Connect. MSDN Windows 7 RC Download TechNet Windows 7 RC Download

Service Pack 2 Coming Soon for Vista and Server 2008

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:00:19 -0500

While it will not be distributed until 2Q 2009 Microsoft completed work on Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. Included in the service pack are a number of application compatibility and technology updates. Windows Connect Now, new 64-bit VIA CPU support, Windows Search 4.0, Blu-Ray disc recording, and improved power management group policies are the most...