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Microsoft

Posts tagged with "microsoft"

12 June 2018 in Technology

Have you had issues with Windows 10 updates?

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We’ve just called on Microsoft to overhaul how it handles Windows 10 updates after receiving thousands of your comments. Have you experienced a botched update?

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31 July 2017 in Technology

Microsoft Paint survives brush with death

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Which paint

All good things must come to an end. And in the cut-throat world of technology, that often happens sooner rather than later. So would you miss Microsoft Paint?

(more on Microsoft Paint…)

30 June 2017 in Technology

Update: the true cost of the ‘Microsoft support’ scam call

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Have you been called by bogus Microsoft support scammers? We’ve heard from readers who’ve been conned into paying hundreds after falling victim. We’ve spoken to Microsoft to find out the scale of the scam.

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24 February 2017 in Technology

Why are we so tied to Microsoft Office?

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If you’re looking for a new office suite for your computer, why fork out for Microsoft Office when there are free alternatives that are just as good? Guest author Thomas Roberts, aged 10, looks at the options. (more on Microsoft Office alternatives…)

22 March 2016 in Technology

Is Microsoft being too pushy with Windows 10?

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Windows 10 hard sell

Microsoft is keen for you to upgrade to Windows 10, but at what point does this cross the line into pressuring its customers?

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30 September 2015 in Technology

Being offered a Windows 10 upgrade? Don’t take it up yet!

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Windows 10 is now available as a free upgrade for many Windows 7 and 8 owners. But, by upgrading, are we just helping Microsoft cut research costs on a product that isn’t ready?

(more about Windows 10 upgrades…)

22 January 2015 in Technology

Free at last – Microsoft gives away Windows 10

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If you’re one of those who was left frustrated with Windows 8, today’s your lucky day. An announcement from Microsoft introduces the new Windows 10. And better yet, it’s free.

(more about Windows 10…)

15 December 2014 in Technology

Giant tech brands – which one has your loyalty?

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Choosing a phone, tablet or computer could be a bigger investment than you thought. Not only are you buying the product, you’re also buying into a tech ecosystem. And once you’re part of the club, how easy is to leave?

(more about tech ecosystems…)

24 November 2014 in Technology

Windows 8 and its much needed apology

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An apology, at the very least – that’s what I expect from Microsoft. Because that’s what it owes its customers for the misery that was Windows 8, which will be remembered as a failure ever more.

(more about windows 8…)

11 July 2014 in Technology

Liam: Microsoft’s Xbox One is the console to buy

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Xbox One

Which current generation video game console should win your hard-earned cash? Here’s Liam of Xbox Mad on why you should go for Microsoft’s Xbox One over Sony’s PlayStation 4.

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11 July 2014 in Technology

Jem: Sony’s PlayStation 4 is the console for you

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Which current generation video game console should win your hard-earned cash? Here’s Jem Alexlander, freelance video game writer, to argue that Sony’s PS4 is the console of choice.

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4 April 2014 in Technology

Microsoft Windows XP support ends – what will you do next?

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As PC operating systems go, they don’t get much more venerable than good old XP. Yet the curtain is being drawn on this stalwart version of Windows, with Microsoft withdrawing its security patch support on 8 April.

(more about Windows XP…)

11 July 2013 in Technology

Why I’d trust my files to Google or Microsoft

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Cartoon of cloud storage

Cloud storage should be all about peace of mind. With your files backed up online, you don’t need to worry about losing a hard drive or having your laptop stolen. Your photos and documents are safe.

(more about cloud computing T&Cs…)

27 June 2013 in Technology

Windows 8.1 and the Start menu – reunited at last!

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Welcome back

After months of confusion and anguish, Microsoft has announced the return of the Start menu in the latest version of Windows 8. Are you feeling emotional about its long-awaited return?

(more about the Windows start menu…)

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