CIO.com - Vista

Microsoft's Greatest Successes and Biggest Failures

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Give Microsoft credit; it never does anything small. Its successes rock the world. And when it screws up, it screws up big time.

Windows 7 Migrations: Don't Get Distracted by XP, Windows 8

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The world of Windows is becoming a crowded place. But between Windows XP's death and Windows 8's birth stands Windows 7, and it's the only version enterprise IT should care about, according to analysts and consultants.

Microsoft to Retire Office XP, Vista SP1 Next Week

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Microsoft is set to retire 2001's Office XP and the first service pack for Windows Vista next week.

Windows Vista for Better Security? I Don't Think So.

Thu, 05 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The National Security Agency (NSA) recently published a report, "Best Practices for Keeping Your Home Network Secure" (PDF) in which it makes numerous recommendations designed to help home computer users avoid malware and other common problems.

Windows 7 Expands Lead Over Vista, Still Dwarfed By Windows XP

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Windows 7 is selling fast, but Windows XP still commands half the desktop market.

If You Bought 100 Shares of MSFT 25 Years Ago ...

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMT

It's March 13, 1986: Microsoft, founded more than a decade earlier and already a powerhouse in the world of personal computer software, executes an initial public stock offering that will raise $61 million for the company and leave 30-year-old co-founder Bill Gates unfathomably wealthy.

IE9: Five Changes CIOs Should Care About

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMT

What does the new version of Internet Explorer have in store for enterprise IT? More speed, security features and broader support for Web standards should entice CIOs to take a look at IE9.

Microsoft to Deliver Free Antimalware Next Tuesday

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Microsoft will release a public beta of its free antimalware software, now called Microsoft Security Essentials, formerly "Morro," next Tuesday for Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7.

Microsoft to Offer 'Special' Windows 7 Upgrade Deals

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Microsoft on Tuesday confirmed that it will offer consumers "special deals" on an upgrade to Windows 7 if they buy a Vista-equipped PC before the launch of the new operating system.

Microsoft: Vista's Enterprise Momentum Will 'Accrue' for Windows 7

Thu, 28 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Despite Windows Vista's widespread reputation as a resounding failure, it is actually more popular with big businesses than predecessor Windows XP was at the same time after its release, a Microsoft executive said on Thursday.

Vista Launch Best Argument for Linux Says IBM Exec

Mon, 25 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

It's the law of unintended consequences. Microsoft's Vista launch was the best recruiter for Linux on the desktop according to a senior IBM executive.

Couple Sues Acer Over Vista Slowness

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The lawsuit against computer maker Acer claims that Vista Home Premium crashes, freezes and runs slowly with 1GB of memory and integrated graphics.

Microsoft Makes Its Case for Windows 7 in the Enterprise

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Microsoft talked up the merits of Windows 7 for large businesses and how it benefited from extensive testing with enterprise customers.