Windows 8.1 is a free upgrade to Windows 8. Its what the original Windows 8 should have been, with important improvements for both desktop and tablet users. So why are more people using Windows 8 than Windows 8.1?
Six clicks: What we think we know about Windows 9
It's not scheduled to arrive for just a little more than a year from now but here are early details about what to expect on Microsoft's next big Windows release.
Microsoft Windows Phone: Free to OEMs?
Microsoft (MSFT) is said to have offered its Windows Phone mobile OS free of charge to two India-based OEMs, perhaps signaling the vendor is willing to forgo licensing fees for a greater stake in emerging markets.
Windows 8.1 Nook app could be discontinued in favor of Microsoft eReader app
A new filing with the SEC shows that Barnes and Noble could discontinue its Nook app for Windows 8.1 in favor of a "Microsoft Consumer Reader" app
Microsoft Announces Office 365 Personal
Microsoft announced a new version of its Office 365 subscription suite for consumers, providing a version for individuals for the first time
VLCs media player hits Windows 8 in beta form
Let's say you bought a new laptop and wanted to check out a few videos that you legally downloaded without leaving Windows 8's touch-focused UI -- until now, your options have been pretty limited
Microsoft Delivers Open Source Office 365 Preview for Android
Microsoft has just released an open source Office 365 SDK preview for Android
Microsoft rolls out multiple March firmware updates for its Surface tablets
Microsoft Surface 2, Surface Pro and Surface Pro 2 users are getting multiple keyboard, Bluetooth and wireless network firmware updates.
Microsoft Surface Power Covers get a mid-March ship date
Microsoft will begin shipping its battery-life-extending Power Covers for its Surface devices starting March 19 for $199.99.
3 ways to get a new Windows 7 PC in the Windows 8 era
You can still buy or build a PC with Windows 7, or possibly downgrade from Windows 8. It just takes a little extra legwork.
Microsoft (mostly) fixes ring after pickup bug in Skype for Windows 8.1
Microsoft has addressed the 'ring after pickup' bug in the Metro-Style version of Skype for Windows 8.1, a week after remedying the issue in Skype for the Windows desktop.
Microsoft hints DirectX 12 will also be supported by Xbox One
Microsoft has updated its teaser page for its March 20th DirectX 12 announcement with an Xbox One logo, which strongly hints the graphics API could also be used on the company's current game console
Windows 8.1 with Bing Revealed
When rumors of a new Windows version called Windows 8.1 with Bing emerged, many Microsoft watchers speculated about what was happening
Windows 7 build of IE11 with Enterprise mode leaked
A build of Internet Explorer 11 for Windows 7 with Enterprise mode has leaked, and the update could also be officially announced at BUILD that kicks off in early April
Windows 8.1 Update 1 download leaked early by Microsoft
Microsoft finalized its upcoming Windows 8.1 Update recently, but the company appears to be sharing it a little early today
IDC forecasts deeper declines in PC shipments for 2014
Shipments of new PCs, most of them equipped with Microsoft Windows, will decline more in 2014 than thought a few months ago, according to IDC
DirectX 12 to Be Unveiled At GDC 2014
DirectX 12 will be unveiled at GDC 2014
Microsoft begins rollout of March Xbox One software update
Microsoft has begun the rollout of its latest software update for the Xbox One
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer would like a redo for companys phone efforts
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer said in a presentation at Oxford University today the company would have a "stronger position in the phone market today" if he could get a "redo" of his time
Microsofts Cortana alternative to Siri makes a video debut
A new leaked video appears to show off Microsoft's coming personal digital assistant, codenamed 'Cortana,' in action.