Microsoft unveiled a new version of its operating system last year breaking the mould and skipping ahead right to the number 10. Windows 10’s main aim was to connect its ecosystem of devices using the same apps across desktop, tablet, smartphones and even its own Xbox One. Even the mega exciting Microsoft HoloLens reportedly runs in conjunction with the OS. And that’s now here for computers; but Windows 10 Mobile
Introduction Windows 10 is here, but some users may not want to get rid of Windows 7 or Windows 8 quite yet. They may have a Mac or a Linux-based computer. Buying another computer for Windows 10 is one way to have both, but this option can be expensive. Another option is to simply run both operating systems on the same computer. This set-up is commonly referred to as multi-booting.
Microsoft Corp’s launch of its first new operating system in almost three years, designed to work across laptops, desktop and smartphones, won mostly positive reviews for its user-friendly and feature-packed interface. The launch was seen critical for the company, particularly after the poor response to Windows 8, an ambitious redesign that confused many users by ditching the start button menu and introducing a new layout. The new OS, launched on
Twitter Inc interim CEO Jack Dorsey’s criticism of the company’s efforts to woo new users may just be the first step to address its long-standing problems. To generate long-term earnings growth and satisfy investors, Twitter needs to broaden its portfolio and create an ecosystem of products similar to that of Google Inc and Facebook Inc . At least 15 brokerages cut their price target on Twitter to as low as
By Joseph Menn SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – Russian government-backed hackers who penetrated high-profile U.S. government and defense industry computers this year used a method combining Twitter with data hidden in seemingly benign photographs, according to experts studying the campaign. In a public report Wednesday, researchers at security company FireEye Inc said the group used the unusual tandem as a means of communicating with previously infected computers. FireEye has briefed law
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The number of signed contracts to buy homes fell in June, as limited supplies of homes on the market are holding back possible sales growth. The National Association of Realtors said Wednesday that its …
American consumers are still unwilling to really spend money and that’s the main reason the U.S. economy has not recovered faster, influential economist Stephen Roach tells CNBC.
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras said on Wednesday that his government would not implement reform measures beyond what was agreed with lenders at a euro zone summit earlier this month. “I know well the framework of the deal we signed at the euro zone summit on July 12,” Tsipras told Sto Kokkino radio. Tsipras also said the country would report a primary budget balance that breaks even or registers a
