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Microsoft to sell Windows 7 Family Pack?
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on July 4, 2009

Microsoft to sell Windows 7 Family Pack?Microsoft has been accused of overcharging its loyal customers for years now, with Vista being the ultimate kick in the teeth. The pricing of Windows 7 has gone some way to helping address [...]

Microsoft learns lessons from Michael Jackson Bing blunder
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on July 3, 2009

Microsoft learns lessons from Michael Jackson Bing blunderMicrosoft has conceded Bing’s performance was under-par in dealing with the death of Michael Jackson. The firm says in future it will consider manual alterations to the system to cope with major news events.

The firm responded to criticism by [...]

Microsoft goes all a-Twitter - with Bing search and official tweets
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on July 2, 2009

Microsoft goes all a-Twitter - with Bing search and official tweetsToday is a big day for Microsoft, as well as a big day for Twitter. Microsoft has not only started tweeting from its official /Microsoft [...]

Most businesses still downgrading Vista to XP
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on July 2, 2009

Most businesses still downgrading Vista to XPA year after Windows XP was withdrawn from sale – and a month before it’s next expiry deadline will surely be ignored – it’s still the system of choice among businesses buying Vista machines. And while only a small majority [...]

Microsoft unveils IE8 ad campaign starring Dean Cain, and vomit
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on July 1, 2009

Microsoft unveils IE8 ad campaign starring Dean Cain, and vomitMicrosoft has a very mixed history when it comes to advertising. Some campaigns have been good, most have been nothing short of awful. This year has already [...]

Bing steals Google market share, but it’s petty theft
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on July 1, 2009

Bing steals Google market share, but it's petty theftSearch engine statistics for the whole of June give the clearest indication yet that Bing is helping Microsoft increase its position in the US search market. But it’s barely a dent in Google’s dominance, and isn’t translating internationally.

During [...]

Windows 7 tops Amazon charts
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on June 30, 2009

Windows 7 tops Amazon chartsFour days after going on sale, the cut-price ‘pre-order’ of the Windows 7 upgrades is proving a success through at least one retailer. The Home Premium and Professional upgrades are firmly atop the Amazon software chart.

Bill Gates’ retirement from Microsoft - One year on…
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on June 29, 2009

Bill Gates' retirement from Microsoft - One year on...It’s been a whole year since Bill Gates retired from the day-to-day running of Microsoft. After an extensive six months farewell tour, he handed the reins of the [...]

Small businesses face Windows 7 upgrade limit while Japan ’sells out’ half-price deal
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on June 29, 2009

Small businesses face Windows 7 upgrade limit while Japan 'sells out' half-price dealBusinesses planning to buy new computers in bulk may be better off waiting until October. It’s emerged that a Microsoft scheme offering free upgrades to people buying Vista machines this summer has a maximum [...]

Will Windows 7 wash away the bitter Vista feeling?
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on June 28, 2009

Will Windows 7 wash away the bitter Vista feeling?Windows Vista has been nothing shot of a disaster on all fronts for Microsoft. The question now is whether Windows 7 can undo the harm created by the failed [...]

Windows 7 on a netbook via a USB thumb drive
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on June 27, 2009

Windows 7 on a netbook via a USB thumb driveNetbooks are becoming an important part of the PC sector. These small, slimmed down machines meant mainly for surfing the Web are increasing in popularity be a [...]

Microsoft installing Windows updates without permission
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on June 25, 2009

Microsoft installing Windows updates without permissionRegular updates to the operating system or components of it are a necessary evil for anyone running Windows on their computer. Some are essential, many are not, but Microsoft really wants you to download and [...]

How much will Windows 7 cost you?
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on June 25, 2009

How much will Windows 7 cost you?Microsoft has released details of Windows 7 pricing, including a special offer allowing Vista users to pay for an upgrade in advance for as little as $49. This article aims to answer your questions about how much Windows 7 will [...]

Bing brings in the ad clicks
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on June 24, 2009

Bing brings in the ad clicksMicrosoft has received a double dose of good news about Bing. Figures suggest that the new search engine is helping the firm get a bigger share of advertising clicks, while the brand itself is achieving an increasingly positive reputation.

Free Windows 7 upgrade to be clean install only in Europe
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on June 24, 2009

Free Windows 7 upgrade to be clean install only in EuropeMicrosoft’s decision to release Windows 7 in Europe without Internet Explorer 8 bundled was an important one because it almost (but not quite) took [...]