Windows 8 stories
Panaseer launches AI tool for real-time analysis of cyber risks
Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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network security
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phishing
Panaseer has launched Key Drivers, an AI tool delivering real-time cybersecurity risk analysis to help organisations swiftly spot and address vulnerabilities.
Elastic reports critical security flaws in Microsoft systems
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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cloud services
Elastic Security Labs has uncovered serious security vulnerabilities in Microsoft's Smart App Control and SmartScreen, posing risks of undetected cyber attacks.
OS/2 to ride again
Mon, 9th Nov 2015
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ibm
Many techies of a certain age have fond memories of OS/2. Where Windows 3 was a crash prone disaster, OS/2 offered industrial strength stability.
Radical approach by Microsoft NZ opens up refurbished market
Fri, 19th Dec 2014
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cartech
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microsoft
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cloud services
Kiwi resellers are jumping on board a Microsoft initiative which enables them to get Windows OEM software at half price for refurbished computers.
Microsoft backtracks as devs get early Windows 8.1 access
Wed, 11th Sep 2013
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In what is becoming quite a habit in Redmond, Microsoft has once again relented - providing early access to the release version of Windows 8.1 to developers.
Dell launches learning laptop for schools
Thu, 2nd May 2013
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edutech
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network infrastructure
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education, learning & training
Dell unveils the Latitude 3330, a robust, cost-effective laptop designed to enhance learning and integrate seamlessly into schools' existing IT systems.
ASUS releases the world's smallest router
Tue, 5th Feb 2013
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asus
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windows 8
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smartphones
ASUS unveils world's tiniest router, flawless for travellers, blending full internet access into a pocket-friendly USB device.
Fastest growing online jobs in 2012
Thu, 31st Jan 2013
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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martech
Website hosting leads online job growth at 3300%, with AWS seeing a 466% rise. Apple jobs decline amid 'app-fatigue' while Android gains 7%.
Lenovo unleashes new touch devices
Fri, 11th Jan 2013
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content creation
Lenovo showcased its latest touch-optimised Windows 8 devices at CES 2013, featuring new ultra-portable IdeaPad U Series Ultrabooks and ThinkPad Edge laptops.
Intel in trouble?
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
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notebook
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intel
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pc market
Intel's PC market woes deepen as Wall Street slashes sales estimates. Citigroup analyst Glen Yeung highlights weak notebook data and poor growth.
Skype showcases Windows 8 version
Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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windows
Skype unveils its Windows 8 version, marking its first major update since joining Microsoft. The app promises to be always on, seamless, and user-friendly.
Windows 8 set to give Apple a run for its money
Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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windows
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windows 8
Microsoft's Windows 8 challenges Apple with superior screen resolution and advanced features, hinting at a PC rebirth.
Windows 8 different editions explained
Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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windows
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retail
After three years in development, Windows 8 has finally been unleashed in all its glory – and with a slimmed down four versions.
Once more unto the breach dear friends…HP tablet v2.0
Wed, 17th Oct 2012
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microsoft
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hp
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ipad
Beleaguered HP has announced its return to tablet computing with a Windows 8, Intel Atom- powered device it calls the ElitePad 900.
Microsoft issues near-final version of Windows 8
Fri, 1st Jun 2012
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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naas
Microsoft launches Windows 8 'release preview', a step before it hits the PCs, with Internet Explorer 10 - market release could be months away.
Windows 8 'release preview' coming in June
Wed, 25th Apr 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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windows
Microsoft to launch Windows 8 'release preview' in June, hinting at a near-final build ahead of public release.
IDC's 2012 ICT predictions
Mon, 20th Feb 2012
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data analytics
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hpc
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byod
ICT organisations will continue to reap rewards despite cautious spending in 2012 according to research company IDC.
Windows 8: an OS to get excited over?
Thu, 2nd Jun 2011
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windows
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windows 8
Microsoft unveils Windows 8, a reimagined OS with fast apps, live tiles, and touch-optimisation, promising a transformative experience.
Windows 8 two years away - MS
Tue, 26th Oct 2010
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market
Winrumours reveals Microsoft plans to release Windows 8 in two years. No official announcement yet, and all mentions have been swiftly removed.