Internet Explorer 7 Beta 1 Technology Overview
Internet Explorer 7 Beta 1 is intended to enable developers to begin to test the new browser for compatibility with their applications and Web sites.
Microsoft Reveals More of Vista
Today, Microsoft releases its second Community Technology Preview of Windows Vista to beta testers and subscribers to MSDN (Microsoft Developer Network) and TechNet. Here's a hands-on look at Windows Vista Build 5231 that reveals IE 7, Windows Media Player 11, and some heavy-duty, under-the-hood system enhancements. You'll also find a walkthrough of Vista search and Explorer.
Windows Media Connect 2.0
Installing Windows® Media Connect enables you to deliver music, photos, and videos that reside on your Windows XP PC to devices that support the uPnP protocol. This includes digital audio receivers, connected DVD players, set-top boxes and more. After you install this item, you may have to restart your computer.
Windows Vista Game (Shanghai Solitaire) Hacked @ Extended64
Here's a package I quickly put together, using win32 versions of bspatch and bsdiff, for Windows Vista's Solitaire application. No, this doesn't work with the Solitaire in the newly leaked 5231. Don't try it. No, the package does not contain any Microsoft binaries (e.g. Solitaire.exe).
Xinput Driver for Microsoft Common Controller
The Microsoft Common Controller Driver is a new game input standard that is used for both the Xbox360 console and for Windows XP SP1 and above. The Xbox360 controller or any controllers that utilizes this standard will enable the device to be used on Windows also.
Update Rollup 2 for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 (KB900325)
Update Rollup 2 for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 contains new features, functionality and improvements, including:
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Update Rollup 2 Review
Explore the last significant update to XP Media Center Edition in my review of Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Update Rollup 2, codenamed Emerald!
20th Anniversary of Windows
When Windows first shipped, 20 years ago this month, it was considered nothing more than a slow operating environment that had arrived late to the party, well behind the industry leaders, Apple and Xerox PARC. Now, it's the operating system used on nearly 95 percent of all the desktops and notebooks sold worldwide. Take a look at Window's past and present, and what lies ahead in the future, including an interview with Mr. Bill Gates himself.
$300 to beta test for Microsoft
Beta test Microsoft Office Small Business Accounting "12" and get a free $300. That simple.
TheHotfix
TheHotfix
Microsoft Security Bulletin MS05-050 & MS05-052
This bulletin replaces a prior security update v1.0.
Cumulative Security Update for Internet Explorer (896688) Vulnerability in DirectShow Could Allow Remote Code Execution (904706)
Cumulative Security Update for Internet Explorer (896688) Vulnerability in DirectShow Could Allow Remote Code Execution (904706)
Windows Vista Client/Server Product Key SKUs Revealed
Upon digging around in Vista, I came across an XML file filled with alpha-numeric gibberish, quickly identified as base64 encoded data.
Windows Vista Sidebar Hacked For Windows XP
As you may have heard, the Sidebar from Windows Vista was leaked onto the internet weeks ago. ZoRoNaX and I have been working hard since PDC '05 to bring you the same Sidebar working on Windows XP.
MSN Mail Beta Preview
In my preview of MSN Mail Beta, I examine the current state of MSN's Hotmail successor, codenamed Kahuna, which will include an incredible Web mail experience, calendaring, tasks, contacts, and more!
Microsoft Security Bulletin for October, 2005
Download the latest security updates for Microsoft Windows, including Internet Explorer, plus Exchange Server.
New DirectX (SDK) Beta
This is the Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Software Development Kit (SDK) Update for October 2005. This release includes a new SDK component Xinput, graphics samples, tools, documentation, and Pre-release components Microsoft Cross-Platform Audio Creation Tool (XACT) and support for the 2.0 Common Language Runtime in Managed DirectX. There are updated developer runtimes, DirectX for Managed Code, and the DirectX Runtime (DirectX 9.0c Redistributable) are also included.
MS System Center Reporting Manager 2005 (Beta)
System Center Reporting Manager 2005 (Beta) delivers a rich platform for enterprise analysis of management data so that IT administrators, managers, and executives can query, report, and forecast IT operations for higher service quality at a lower price.
TheHotfix
TheHotfix
Microsoft starts the Vista Feature Focus Beta Group
The Windows Beta Team, in conjunction with the Windows Product Groups, invites you to join us for the Feature Focus program. This optional testing opportunity is your chance to explore new technologies of Windows Vista and Longhorn Server with the Windows Team as your guide.
TheHotfix
TheHotfix
Windows Vista Build 5231 and WMP 11 Screenshots
Windows Vista Build 5231 and Windows Media Player 11 screenshots have leaked. Windows Media Player looks to be getting a major overhaul with an entire new interface. Other minor tweaks to the properties of controls panels are also very visable. View them at the source URL.
New E-Mail Client to Replace Hotmail
MSN Hotmail could be replaced. For the last seven months, Microsoft has been beta testing a radically different Web mail client, one that makes Hotmail's largely standard HTML interface look like yesterday's news.Code-named "Kahuna," the e-mail client supports drag and drop, right-clicking, multi-select and a much more Outlook-like look and feel. Built from the ground up with AJAX technology, the beta program should roll out to the general Hotmail user population next year.
PCMag.com
PCMag.com
Windows XP SP2 Dual Core Performance Fix
Microsoft has released a hotfix to improve performance on dual core systems. It fixes a possible decrease in performance during demand based switching. Cool 'n Quiet must be enabled for the fix to work, and Microsoft will only send you the hot fix if you have been experiencing the problem. The issue is how do you know if you are or not?
