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Windows 8 Beta: Visual Tour
Take a closer look at Microsoft's radically revamped Windows 8 OS, out now in a consumer preview version. Here's the lowdown on features, apps, hardware, and more.

Windows 8 Vs. 10 Big OS Annoyances
Windows 8 aims to answer some longtime Microsoft OS gripes, from slow startup times to mediocre mobile tools.

Windows 8: 8 Benefits For Business
Microsoft pitches more detail on Windows 8's security and manageability improvements for enterprise IT and SMBs, a week after releasing the consumer preview version.

Windows 8 Beta: 8 Insights For IT
Microsoft Windows 8 Consumer Preview, now available for download, gives valuable information to enterprise IT pros preparing for the final version.

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Windows 8 Beta: How To Boost Performance
Features like Secure Boot, Hyper-V virtualization, and touch-screen computing need the right combination of hardware, software, and settings to work as advertised.

Windows 8 To Ship In October, Report Says
Microsoft’s radically redesigned operating system would be available in time for 2012 PC and tablet holiday shopping season.

Microsoft Touts Windows 8 Management Power
COO Kevin Turner tells CeBIT audience that Windows 8 can deliver a consumer-style experience without compromising enterprise-class security and manageability.

Windows 8 Broken, Ex-Microsoft Worker Says
Mike Bibik, now an Amazon designer, says he hopes Fixing Windows 8 website will convince Microsoft to make changes to its new operating system.

Microsoft Windows 8 Unification Plan: Grand, But Risky
Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 appear to look very much alike. That's great news for users, but can Redmond pull off one OS across desktops, mobile and more?

New iPad Vs. Windows 8 Tablets: 8 Considerations
Buy a new iPad now, or wait for a Windows 8 tablet later this year? Here are some factors to consider.

8 Tablets Fit For Windows 8 Beta
Can't wait until the new Windows 8 tablets are released in the fall? These currently available tablets can handle the beta version of the OS now.

Windows 8 Promises 'Edgy' Touch Screens
Microsoft says its new OS will offer edge-to-edge touch fidelity and support for five-finger touch applications.

Windows 8 Tablets For 2012 Holidays?
PC maker Lenovo will join the likes of Dell, HP, and Nokia and launch a Windows 8 mobile device, according to reports.

Windows 8 To Match iPad Retina Display?
Microsoft is building Windows 8 to handle a wide range of screen resolutions. But it's unclear whether hardware makers will take advantage.

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Windows 8 Tablets Could Be Risky Business
Microsoft's admission that Windows on ARM tablets are best for "unmanaged environments" could lock them out of the enterprise computing market.

Windows 8 ARM Tablets: 8 Must-Know Facts
Microsoft is building a version of Windows specifically for tablets and ultralight notebooks that will run ARM SoC chips, and it’s unlike any Windows version you’ve seen before.

Windows 8 On ARM Won't Run Old Apps
Microsoft wants to create a closed Metro ecosystem for ARM tablets, which means no legacy support for existing Windows software.

Nokia Plans Windows 8 Tablet
Finnish phone maker developing Windows 8 tablet to compete with iPad. But should the company keep its focus on smartphones?

Windows Server 8: 8 Key Facts
Microsoft Windows Server 8, now out in beta, has important changes for enterprises working with virtualization, automation, and private clouds.

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Windows 8 Server: Hands-On First Impressions
Microsoft talks up every release of Windows Server as the best ever. But based on our first experience with Windows 8 Server, some key changes deserve your attention.

Windows 8 Server Core Promises Cheaper Clouds
Stripped down version of Windows Server 8 aims to significantly reduce storage costs for organizations building private clouds.

No Windows Phone 8 OS Upgrade For You?
Microsoft exec hedges on question of whether Windows Phone 8 upgrade will be available for WP7 owners.

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Windows Phone 8 Details Leak
Windows Phone 8 has major changes en route, according to Microsoft's Joe Belfiore. Look for better hardware support, Windows 8 compatibility, and enterprise security.

Windows 8: 8 Things SMBs Should Know
Microsoft released the beta version of its much-revamped operating system for PCs and tablets. Here are some key facts for smaller companies.

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