Upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for only $39.99
If you’re already running Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7, then this one is for you! Microsoft is offering all existing users to upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for just $39.99.
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Microsoft Surface – Coming soon to a store near you
Microsoft unveiled it’s new tablet titled “Surface”. Aptly titled because the Windows RT version weighs in at 676g and is only 9.3″ thick!
Troubleshooting gets better in Windows 8
Windows 8 has been designed to boot so quickly that you have almost zero reaction time to get to the famous boot screens that allow you to choose a different boot device or enter into the troubleshooting utilities. If you want to enter the boot screens when booting up your PC, you need to hit the F8 key. Usually one tap doesn’t suffice and you’ll need to hit the key repeatedly several times so that Windows can detect one of them.
7 Steps to gift your mom the best on Mother’s Day
Wondering what to gift your mother this Mother’s Day? Greeting cards, flowers, jewellery and chocolates are all passé; it’s the new age mom we are talking about so the gift should also match her persona. This Mother’s Day make your mom feel special by gifting her a fabulous holiday for her to unwind and get away from the regular boring chores.
Yahoo! publicizing the Internet Explorer
I’ve seen a lot of “ads” on websites asking you to shift to Firefox. But, it isn’t often that you see an ad asking you to shift to IE. But, today while checking my Yahoo!
Search both Bing and Google at the same time
I’ve been using Bing quite a bit since its release and it has turned out to be one of the better search engines. I still prefer Google’s search results and usually switch between the two. But, if you want to search both, you can choose to switch between windows, or even better save yourself some time and search using Bing vs.
Microsoft Confirms Motion Controller Project Natal at E3 Expo
Microsoft has recently announced “Project Natal” that will offer motion controller for Xbox 360. At its annual press briefing at the E3 Expo Microsoft finally confirms the rumored motion controller that allows an astoundingly wide range of actions by utilizing a group of sensors. What makes it better is the ability of juggling multiple users during a single session.
Microsoft Announced 3 new Map Packs for Xbox 360
Microsoft has confirmed three new map packs for Xbox 360. This update includes downloadable content packs for Halo 3, Gears of War 2 and Left 4 Dead . The first official release is all set for March 31 and it will be the “SnowBlind” map pack for Greats of War 2.
Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 now Available for Download
Microsoft earlier announced the availability of their new and improved Internet Explorer 8. Microsoft promised a much faster, easy to use and more secure browser for your comfort. They offer security features in direct response to people’s increasing concerns about online safety.
Windows Vista SP2 RC now available
Service Pack 2 Release Candidate for Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 are now available for download to TechNet and MSDN subscribers to test prior to final release. SP2 for Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 include updates that have been delivered since the release of SP1, as well as support for new types of hardware and emerging standards. SP2 weighs in at a sizable 302MB for x86 systems and 508MB for 64-bit operating system versions of Windows Vista.