Microsoft looks to expand influence over PC makers

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As it works to bring its touch-enabled Windows 8 operating system to market, Microsoft is trying to extend its influence over PC makers to ensure they build systems that are best able to run its new software.

Roundup: Windows 8 Event Coverages

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Here a roundup of the Windows 8 event news from All About Microsoft, Computerworld, ArsTechnica, OSNews, I Started Something, WPCentral, InformationWeek, WinRumors, V3.co.uk, TechRadar, and Engadget.

Microsoft's slate strategy takes yet another turn

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A year ago, Microsoft was attempting to differentiate slates from tablets and advocating that OEMs use different versions of Windows for each type of device. This year, the message is its all one big Windows world.