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Microsoft: Not enough XPerienced PCs
April 12, 2004
Many companies aren't buying Windows XP--or they're buying the licenses but not installing the software. Microsoft's marketing machine is looking to change that as the Service Pack 2 update rolls out.
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Microsoft plans new Windows Server update
March 5, 2004
The upgrade of the server OS is expected before the arrival of Longhorn. Chairman Bill Gates first mentioned the change in plans during in an interview with CNET News.com.
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Year in review: Still waiting for Longhorn
January 7, 2005
Microsoft struggled with next major release of Windows. In meantime, it tried expanding OS franchise to supercomputers, living rooms.
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Microsoft launches 64-bit preview OS
February 4, 2004
Athlon 64 and Opteron computer owners can now get a free look at a new version of Windows XP 64-bit Edition.
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Microsoft releases Windows Server update
March 31, 2005
Two of the most notable enhancements are a built-in firewall and the security configuration wizard, which helps automate server lockdowns.
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Microsoft server preview is short on detail
May 4, 2004
The software giant updates its server software road map but offers hardware makers few specifics about many of the products on the horizon.
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Microsoft nears release of 64-bit Windows
December 7, 2004
Company unveils a near-final test version of updates to its Windows and Windows Server operating systems.
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Microsoft revamps its plans for Longhorn
August 27, 2004
update To get next version of Windows out on time, company says it will delay some planned features.
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Microsoft delays Windows Server update, 64-bit OS
July 27, 2004
Push-back is blow to AMD, which has been waiting for version of Windows that can take advantage of Athlon's 64-bit capabilities.
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AMD, Microsoft pair up for security
February 25, 2004
The companies say they'll give viruses and worms a one-two punch with AMD's processor design, which will work in concert with the Windows XP operating system.
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Microsoft tries to breathe life into older PCs
May 13, 2005
Software maker announces plans for "Eiger," a new version of Windows that would potentially make it more secure.
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Microsoft launches 64-bit Windows
April 25, 2005
Long-awaited versions of the OS geared for speed finally see the light of day.
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Common code base for Vista, Longhorn Server
May 23, 2006
Windows Vista and its server counterpart are starting to go their separate ways. But come next fall, the two systems will converge.
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Week in review: Vista on the horizon
January 26, 2007
Operating-system debut might not spark "midnight madness," but Microsoft has a couple of things going for it.
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Longhorn and the OS menagerie
April 15, 2005
Apple tells tales of Tiger, Adobe teaches a penguin to read, and Microsoft opens the door on the new Windows.
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Commentary: The business end of SP2
August 9, 2004
For enterprises, mass deployment of the Windows XP service pack isn't a practical reality. Companies should treat SP2 as a full-fledged operating system upgrade.
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Year in review: Operating system strategies
January 11, 2004
Microsoft talked up the Tablet OS and Media Center, while dreaming Longhorn. Meanwhile, Linux moved ahead, despite SCO threats, and Apple unleashed its latest big cat, Panther.
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Microsoft extends lifeline for older PCs
July 12, 2006
Software is designed as stopgap measure for firms with lots of older Windows PCs they aren't ready to replace.
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Microsoft's show-and-tell at WinHEC
May 6, 2004
Longhorn will feature three different levels of interface flashiness, depending on a user's hardware. Also: A planned security architecture for Longhorn hasn't yet fallen into place.
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AMD says its chips can boost PC security
August 9, 2004
The security features will be activated with the installation of Microsoft's Windows XP update.
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