On May 2, Microsoft made available to testers a beta build of the second service pack (SP2) for its coming Windows Server High Performance Computing (HPC) 2008 R2 platform.
Microsoft begins pushing out certificate update to WP7
Microsoft has begun pushing out the first update since NoDo to help thwart fake certificates that are currently circulating the web.
Ballmer surprises with Microsoft-RIM partnership
Microsoft will invest in the BlackBerry platform from Research In Motion, becoming the default search provider in BlackBerry browsers and maps, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer said during a surprise keynote appearance at BlackBerry World.
Microsoft's 'Project Emporia' news reader hits v1.2
Microsoft's experimental news feed program, called Project Emporia, just received an upgrade to version 1.2--it's first update in three months.
Windows Store functionality uncovered
Neowin.net posted a news story that Windows8italia.com have uncovered more information on the Windows Store in Windows 8
Windows Thin PC Release Candidate (RC) download now available
Microsoft has released an updated community technology preview (CTP) of its Windows Thin PC product.
NSA: Forget Windows XP, migrate to Windows 7
The National Security Agency, responsible for protecting United States government communications and information systems, has released a informational datasheet advising Windows XP users to migrate to Windows Vista or Windows 7 as soon as possible.
Windows Ultimate Extras to return in Windows 8?
Microsoft may be planning to revive Windows Ultimate Extras in Windows 8
Windows 8 latest build, build 7994
The Windows 8 Beta Blog reports that the latest Windows 8 is build 7994
Microsoft issues $25 price hike for certification exams
Microsoft will raise the price for certification exams by $25 beginning July 1
Windows 8 Enterprise Milestone 3 6.2.7959 leaked
A server build of Windows 8 Enterprise Milestone 3 has been leaked on the Internet
Internet Explorer market share dips again in April, IE9 on Windows 7 doubles
Microsoft’s overall Internet Explorer market-share dipped again in April 2011 following a small increase in February and decrease in March.
Windows 8 Aero Lite Theme with more detail in new images
A new image from the Aero Lite theme in Windows 8 has been posted
Windows 8 to allow alternate location for Windows installation files
Neowin.net posted another new Windows 8 feature.
Windows Store evidence found in Windows 8
The Windows 8 Beta Blog reports that a couple of dll files from the latest Windows 8 leak showing that there will be indeed a build-in Windows store.
Microsoft Sees Business PC Sales Up 9%
The need to replace aging machines and upgrade to Windows 7 drives uptick in corporate market.
NoDo Update Ceased for Unbranded Samsung Omnia 7
WP Central reports that the Windows Phone team have ceased the Samsung Omnia 7 NoDo roll out
Behind the Windows 8 build hash
Within Windows takes a look behind the Windows 8 build hash
Windows 8: drag and drop feature & new Ribbon UI unveiled in Windows Explorer
Windows 8 Beta reports that the folks at MDL Forums discovered more Windows 8 features
Feds Agree to End Antitrust Oversight of Microsoft
After 10 years, Microsoft will no longer be the subject of antitrust oversight.