Topic: Microsoft Windows 7

Google Chrome OS lives on with big update, new hardware

The latest version of Google's cloud-centric Chrome OS resembles a "regular" desktop operating system in a lot of ways. The revamp, and new Chromebook and Chromebox hardware from Samsung, show how much Chrome OS has matured in the three years since its inception.

Windows 8 will have three versions. What are the differences?

Microsoft says it will introduce three Windows 8 editions, including Windows RT, an version optimized for ARM tablets and PCs. 

Switching from a Mac to a PC: Five lessons from an Apple fanboy

The Internet is filled with testimonials of people ditching their PC for a hip new Mac. Where once they trudged through stodgy spreadsheets, they now write screenplays and edit flashy videos (if the ads are to be believed). But there's almost no material documenting the opposite experience. Most of the personal switching-to-Windows stories are many years out of date and center around now-obsolete "But you can't play games and none of your software will work!" arguments.

So, here are the top five things an Apple fanboy learned from two months using Windows.

Ten ways Windows 8 outshines the iPad

Windows 8 is now available for anyone to download, and it already shows a ton of potential. In fact, Microsoft’s bold new OS, which reminds us a lot of Windows Phone, outshines the iPad in some key areas. Granted, there were things we didn’t like in our Windows 8 Consumer Preview – — and the iPad 3 or iPad HD is just around the corner– — but there’s no question that Apple will soon have a real fight on its hands. Here are the top 10 ways Windows 8 is better than the iPad right now.

Windows 8 logo: Goodbye flag. Hello... window.

The Windows 8 logo, unveiled today, replaces the multicolored flag with a blocky, blue window. 

Asher Elias uses high-tech training to lift Ethiopian Jews in Israel

In Israel, most Ethiopian Jews are trapped at the bottom of society in dead-end jobs. Asher Elias gives them high-tech training to boost their upward mobility.

Windows 8: Microsoft's vision of a post-PC future?

Warning: Windows 8 looks very different than Microsoft's past operating systems. At an unveiling Wednesday, the company explained that Windows 8 is designed to run on all sorts of desktop and mobile hardware. That adaptability might give Microsoft a leg up in the tablet arena.

Microsoft: record earnings, but shares fall

Microsoft fourth-quarter earnings handily beat expectations. But Microsoft Windows division sees revenues dip for third straight quarter.

Microsoft challenges competition with new phones, Windows 8 preview

In the second day of its Worldwide Partner Conference, Microsoft reveals new “Mango” handsets from Samsung and others. And new details about Windows 8 could raise excitement about Microsoft’s presence in the tablet market.

The Nokia N9 is cool. But can it revive interest in Nokia?

The Nokia N9 gets a range of high-end hardware and software, and a big, lush AMOLED screen.

Windows 8 will be very, very tablet-friendly

Windows 8 is designed to work on both PCs and tablets, Microsoft announced this week. But the emphasis – for now – seems to be on the tablet part of the Windows 8 equation.

Unemployment rate drops to 8.9 percent. Has the economy turned a corner?

Not only did the unemployment rate fall, but the US economy added 192,000 jobs in February. But economists view the numbers differently.

10 most intriguing tablets of 2011

After a decade of shaky starts, tablet computers have finally arrived. Unlike their bulky, expensive parents, this current generation of slates boasts trim frames, gorgeous screens, and power-house specs. So, here are the 10 most intriguing tablets of 2011, in order of screen size.

iPhone on Verizon: Big trouble for Android?

Verizon iPhone hits the market in February. Some analysts think this second iPhone could draw consumers away from the rising Android army.

Windows tablet: Is Microsoft readying an iPad killer?

Windows tablets could be among the devices unveiled by Microsoft at next month's Consumer Electronics Show.

Angry Birds to feature Bad Piggy Bank in-game payment system

Angry Birds developer Rovio will soon allow fans to purchase upgrades and power-ups with the click of a button (or the tap of a finger).

Angry Birds bound for Xbox, PlayStation

Angry Birds, a popular smartphone application, will soon be available as a console title.

R&D spending: Here are the Top 10 firms

Apple, Google, and 3M may top Bloomberg’s list of the world’s most innovative companies, but they’re not the biggest research and development spenders – not even part of the Top 20. Out of 1,000 publicly traded companies with the highest R&D spending in 2009, here are the Top 10, according to a survey by management-consulting firm Booz & Co.:

Windows Phone 7 launch reportedly off to strong start

The Windows Phone 7-equipped HTC HD7, one of the first smartphones to run Windows Phone 7 software, has sold out at stores across the country.

Windows Phone 7 review roundup

Windows Phone 7 software is here. We read the reviews so you don't have to.

HP Slate 500 brings professional spin to the tablet wars

HP Slate 500 is a business machine, not a toy – and therein, says HP, lies the difference.

MacBook Air review roundup

MacBook Air review posts are rolling in. The thin laptop was due for an update. So what are the critics saying about the sleekest Apple laptop?

Angry Birds available on Android for free, crashes company's website

Angry Birds will be free for Android users. But a maelstrom of interest from across the Web has crashed the site of Rovio, the Finnish company that makes Angry Birds.

Smartphones: Is Windows 7 fighting a losing battle?

Smartphones with Windows 7 mobile operating system are designed to compete against Apple and Android. But some analysts are wondering whether Microsoft's smartphones strategy is swimming against the current.

Angry Birds developer Rovio irked at Microsoft

Angry Birds is coming to the Windows 7 phone. Or then again, maybe not.