ComputerWorld reports that Microsoft today said it would give third-party app developers 180 days to clean up their security act -- and patch serious vulnerabilities -- or the company will yank their software from its online stores.
Microsoft kicks back $5-$10 to resellers who peddle select Windows 8 hardware
ComputerWorld posted a story that Microsoft will give resellers up to $10 for each device they sell from a list of 21 Windows 8 touch-enabled PCs and tablets
Microsoft confirms Windows 8.1 to RTM by August
All About Microsoft posted a story that Microsoft is on track to deliver Windows 8.1 by August 2013 to its PC/device partners
Microsoft to retire MSN TV, the ahead of its time connected set-top box
Techradar posted a story that Microsoft has announced it will shut down its MSN TV platform
How Windows 8.1 Integrates SkyDrive Everywhere
Howtogeek shows you how to use SkyDrive in Windows 8.1
Microsoft releases first Windows 8 apps for Dynamics AX 2012
Neowin reports that Microsoft has released its first Windows 8 apps made for Dynamics AX 2012 R2
Windows 8.1 preview removes Windows Experience Index
Neowin reports that Microsoft has removed the Windows Experience Index feature from the preview version of Windows 8.1
Windows 8 Store Hits 100,000 Apps
InformationWeek reports that Microsoft has reached the 100,000 apps mark much faster than its iOS and Android equivalents
Windows Server 2012 R2 Preview
Techradar posted a preview on Windows Server 2012 R2
Microsoft killing off TechNet subscriptions
ArsTechnica published a story that Microsoft will discontinue their TechNet subscriptions
Microsoft in danger of losing SkyDrive name in UK
ArsTechnica posted a story that British Sky Broadcasting has won a trademark case in the UK against Microsoft
Microsoft starts selling its Surfaces through resellers
All About Microsoft reports that Microsoft is further expanding distribution of its Surface RT and Pro devices, starting with authorized resellers in the U.S.
Microsoft hits play button on Xbox Music for web
Techradar posted a story that Xbox Music has finally hit the web
How to terminate apps in Windows 8.1
Ghacks shows you how to terminate apps in Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1: 8 Essential Facts
InformationWeek posted eight facts about Windows 8.1
Microsoft's Outlook RT preview: Which features are (and aren't) supported
All About Microsoft published a list of features that aren't included in Outlook RT
Windows 8.1 Preview ISO Images Available
Microsoft has finally released the ISO images of Windows 8.1 Preview
How to use Azure's new connectivity features
Computerworld posted that you need to know about the recent point-to-site and site-to-site VPN upgrades to Windows Azure
10 Windows 8.1 Tips to get you started
Ghacks posted 10 Windows 8.1 tips and tricks
Internet Explorer 11 is coming to Windows 7
Engadget reports that Internet Explorer 11 is coming to Windows 7