Operating Systems
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Canonical Targets Business Desktops with a New Ubuntu Linux Remix
HP Readies Open-Source WebOS Release
Mon, February 13, 2012 - Hewlett-Packard announced plans to release the code behind webOS this September under the Apache License 2.0.
Windows 8 on Tablets: What We Know So Far
Fri, February 10, 2012 - Microsoft is ready to lift the lid on Windows 8 at a preview event at the end of the month. The new OS will be available later this year, not only for PCs, but also for tablets, as Microsoft prepares to take on the iPad. Here's what we know so far about Windows 8 tablets.
FAQ: Windows on ARM Explained
Fri, February 10, 2012 - In an 8,600-word epistle yesterday, Microsoft's top Windows executive pulled aside the curtain on the first version of the company's iconic OS that targets tablets.
Google Expands the Scope of Its Vulnerability Reward Programs to Cover Chromium OS
Fri, February 10, 2012 - Google says that both its Web and Chromium security reward programs were a big success
Windows 8 on ARM, Dubbed WOA, to Include Office Apps for Tablets
Thu, February 09, 2012 - Windows 8 on ARM, dubbed WOA by Microsoft, could offer a big "Whoa!" moment for workers wanting to run Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and other Office apps on a touchscreen tablet.
Microsoft Ruining Valentine's Day with Nine Security Bulletins
Thu, February 09, 2012 - Next Tuesday is a big deal. Yes, it is Valentine's Day, but that's not what I'm talking about. It is also the second Tuesday in the month of February which makes it Patch Tuesday. Microsoft revealed today that there are nine new security bulletins slated for next Tuesday -- Happy Valentine's Day?
Windows 8: Assessing IT Risks of a Consumer-Driven Wave
Thu, February 09, 2012 - Microsoft is betting big on Windows 8. But will the immense promotional efforts the software giant is putting behind the latest Windows OS pay off? CIO.com's Rob Enderle handicaps the high-stakes game Redmond is playing.
Windows 8 Consumer Preview Could Launch Feb 29
Wed, February 08, 2012 - Microsoft may release the Windows 8 Consumer Preview at an event in Barcelona on February 29.
Google Accelerates Android Browser Updates with Mobile Chrome
Tue, February 07, 2012 - Google's launch today of Chrome for Android may be a move to accelerate the pace of browser updates, an analyst said.
Adobe Sets IE As Next Target in Flash Security Work
Tue, February 07, 2012 - Adobe plans to tackle Microsoft's Internet Explorer (IE) in its ongoing work to "sandbox" its popular Flash Player within browsers, Adobe's head of security said today.
Microsoft Drops Start Button From Windows 8, Reports Say
Mon, February 06, 2012 - Microsoft will scratch the 17-year-old Start button from Windows 8, according to reports based on a purported leak of the latest beta build.
Lenovo Ordered to Pay €1920 for Making French Laptop Buyer Pay for Windows Too
Mon, February 06, 2012 - The court based its judgment on a European Union directive, which campaigners hope will make the ruling applicable elsewhere
Microsoft Wraps Up Ads Aimed At Google with IE9 Pitch
Fri, February 03, 2012 - Microsoft today wrapped up a three-day campaign against rival Google by claiming its newest browser, Internet Explorer 9 (IE9), is superior in stopping users from being tracked by online advertisers.
Windows Phone 8 Details Leak
Fri, February 03, 2012 - Microsoft reportedly plans to integrate more of its existing technologies into the next phone OS



