Kinect gets Windows 8 update and releases in China
TechRadar posted a story that Microsoft announced an update to the Kinect for Windows' software development kit, or SDK, in preparation for the launch of Windows 8
Windows Server 2008 gets 18 months of added support
Computerworld posted a story that Microsoft has extended mainstream support for Windows Server 2008 by 18 months
Microsoft buys security vendor PhoneFactor
Computerworld posted a story that Microsoft has bought multi-factor authentication specialist PhoneFactor with the goal of integrating the company's technology into its cloud services and on-premises applications.
Microsoft co-founder dings Windows 8 as 'puzzling, confusing'
Computerworld posted a story that Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen today called Windows 8 'puzzling' and 'confusing initially,' but assured users that they would eventually learn to like the new OS.
$5 buys a Start button, Start screen bypass for Windows 8
Computerworld reports that Stardock started selling the $5 Start8, a tool that restores a Start button to the desktop of Windows 8.
How Windows 8 scaling fails on high-PPI displays
The Tech report has taken Windows 8 for a spin on Asus' new Zenbook Prime in order to get a feel for the new OS's PPI scaling capabilities
Microsoft's 'big gamble' with Windows 8 won't pay off in the enterprise, says Gartner
Computerworld posted a story that Gartner analysts see the operating system peak at just 20% to 25% of corporate PCs
Windows 8 Review
ActiveWin has published a Windows 8 review with 40 screenshots on 45 pages
How to use Windows 8 WITHOUT Metro - Classic Shell
Dedoimedo posted a tutorial about using Windows 8 without Metro
Intel chief says Windows 8 won't be ready at time of launch
Silicon Republic posted a story that Intel CEO Paul Otellini has reportedly told employees in Taiwan that Windows 8 will still require improvements up to its release on 26 October
Microsoft extends Windows Server 2008 support by 18 months
Computerworld reports that Microsoft has extended mainstream support for Windows Server 2008 by 18 months
Microsoft is still facing fines over browser choice
The Inquirer posted a news story that Microsoft is still running the risk of a large fine from the European Commission because it has not always played nice and let other web browser makers onto its Windows operating system.
Microsoft's moves foreshadow price hike for Mac Office
Computerworld reports that Microsoft has announced price increases for its Windows Office suite of as much as 17%, but its plans for Office on the Mac remain a mystery.
Microsoft Office 2011 14.2.4 Update
Microsoft has released an update for the Mac Version of Microsoft Office
Intel hosts Windows 8 tablet event next week: Dell, HP, Samsung and more in attendance
Engadget posted a story that Intel is hosting an event on September 27th, bringing together Windows 8 tablets from ASUS, Acer, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Samsung and ZTE
Office 2013 packages start at $139.99 or $99.99 per year for a subscription version
The Verge posted a story that Microsoft had revealed the final pricing structure for its Office 2013 packages today
Ballmer shoots down $199.99 Surface rumor
Neowin posted a story that it was revealed in an interview with Steve Ballmer that the Surface tablet will not be cheap but will be part of Microsoft's epic year
Google to drop support for IE8 on Nov. 15
Computerworld reports that Google will drop support for Microsoft's Internet Explorer 8 (IE8) for its online apps and services in mid-November
Windows RT version of Microsoft Office 2013 detailed
Neowin reports that Microsoft has offered up more information on the version of Office 2013 that will be pre-bundled with all of the devices that will have Windows RT installed, including the Surface tablet
Microsoft to deliver Flash update to Windows 8 users 'shortly'
Ed Bott reports that Microsoft will deliver a Flash Player update for Windows 8 shortly
