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  • The Takeaway: The devil in the details of the Windows 10 license

    Just like the changes coming to Windows 10, the license agreement for Microsoft's new OS includes new clauses that spell out everything from how automatic updates are handled to the bundling of Office apps and what happens to pirated copies when a user tries to upgrade.

    Written by Ken Mingis21 July 15 03:25
  • The Takeaway: The Windows 10 update cadence explained

    With the launch of Windows 10 at the end of this month, Microsoft will also roll out an entirely new way of updating and upgrading the operating system -- and a staggered schedule almost certain to lead to confusion, at least at first.

    Written by Ken Mingis17 July 15 04:37
  • PC makers tighten inventories, remain edgy about Windows 10

    Skittish about the impact of Windows 10, including the free upgrade-from-Windows-7-and-8.1 offer, computer makers drew down inventories and sent PC shipments plummeting in the June quarter, IDC said today.

    Written by Gregg Keizer11 July 15 06:04
  • The Takeaway: Microsoft preps RTM milestone of Windows 10

    Windows fans, take note: Microsoft is about to hit an important milestone in the run-up to the release of Windows 10 at the end of the month: Numerous reports have pegged this Thursday as the day the company will wrap work on Windows 10 and declare the OS is ready for "release to manufacturing" (RTM).

    Written by Ken Mingis07 July 15 07:02
  • Hands-on: Windows 10's latest build feels close to finished

    It has been quite a week for Windows 10. In the past four days, Microsoft has released three preview builds of its upcoming operating system, and the company plans to keep serving up hot new bits to testers in rapid-fire style in the run-up to the OS's launch on July 29.

    Written by Blair Hanley Frank03 July 15 09:56
  • Third build of Windows 10 in one week a sign of OS stability

    Microsoft gave early testers of Windows 10 a little surprise in the run-up to the Fourth of July holiday in the U.S. by releasing a yet another new build of its upcoming operating system to the public.

    Written by Blair Hanley Frank03 July 15 04:35
  • Wi-Fi password-sharing feature in Windows 10 raises security concerns

    With the launch of Windows 10, anyone who walks into your house and gets your Wi-Fi password for their PC could potentially let all their friends onto your network, thanks to a new feature that has ignited controversy online.

    Written by Blair Hanley Frank02 July 15 13:53
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