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Microsoft doesn't want Santa to ignore Vista
October 12, 2006
Although they'll need to wait for the new Windows, holiday shoppers will find Vista-friendly hardware, software.
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Windows Vista to 'freeze dry' PCs before patching
September 2, 2005
The upcoming OS will include new patching technology that reduces restarts and stores user data before reboots.
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Microsoft: Vista is ready to roll
November 8, 2006
The company says that it has finished Vista development, paving the way for the operating system's debut. Video: Windows Vista RTM CNET editors' take
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Vista sets up SideShow display all over
May 23, 2006
Microsoft's tech aims to put data in picture frames, keyboards, remote controls--any display linked to a PC running the Windows update.
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Microsoft primes PC buyers for Premium Vista
May 24, 2006
Forget Vista Basic. Microsoft's marketing campaign will pitch hard for people to choose the higher-end Windows update.
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Microsoft Canada leaks Vista pricing
August 28, 2006
The software maker's Canadian Web site briefly posts prices for Windows Vista's many editions. Screenshots: Amazon selling Vista
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Tool helps programs befriend Vista
May 25, 2006
Microsoft aims to help other software makers make sure their products don't stumble on new security features in Windows Vista.
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Microsoft's leaner approach to Vista security
August 29, 2005
Microsoft is talking up Secure Startup in Windows Vista, the sole piece of its original hardware-based security plan to make it into the OS.
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Vista hacked at Black Hat
August 4, 2006
Researcher bypasses a security mechanism designed to prevent some driver software from running in the Windows update.
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Microsoft plans massive stock buyback
July 20, 2006
Reports earnings in line with analysts' expectations and announces $40 billion stock buyback plan.
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Week in review: Microsoft metamorphosis
June 23, 2006
As summer sizzles, the game of musical chairs at Microsoft is heating up as well.
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Microsoft shakes up Software Assurance
September 15, 2005
Microsoft introduces eight changes intended to address customer complaints that the program is too expensive, complex and restrictive.
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