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29 October 2012
News: Windows Phone 8 launch: as it happened

Microsoft launched Windows Phone 8 at 5pm this evening, UK time, at an event in San Francisco, and we had reporters there to cover the event live. Below is our live coverage of the Windows Phone 8 launch.
News: Microsoft launches Windows Phone 8: details

Microsoft has introduced its smartphone OS Windows Phone 8 to accompany Windows 8.
How-Tos: How to watch Microsoft Windows Phone 8 launch live

Microsoft is launching Windows Phone 8 today so here's how to get live coverage of the event.
Video: Video: Microsoft Surface RT goes on sale

We filmed the cheering crowds as the Microsoft Surface RT went on sale.
26 October 2012
News: Queues around the block for Windows 8

Microsoft fans were queuing around the block to get their hands on Windows 8 at the midnight launch of Windows 8 at Currys and PC World in Tottenham Court Road, London.
25 October 2012
News: Microsoft kicks off Windows 8 marketing blitz in NYC

Kicking off what may be the company's most challenging marketing effort yet, Microsoft has launched its next generation operating system, Windows 8, in New York City.
Feature: Hands-on with Microsoft Surface RT: 10 things we've learnt

Some subjective thoughts from spending hands-on time playing with the Microsoft Surface RT.
Feature: Windows 8 system requirements

Before you rush out and buy a copy of Windows 8, it's important you check that your computer is up to scratch. Here are the Windows 8 system requirements.
How-Tos: How to watch Microsoft Windows 8 launch live

Microsoft is preparing to launch its latest operating system so here's how to get live coverage of the Windows 8 event.
News: Microsoft confirms plans for hardware beyond Surface

Microsoft has revealed it will make more hardware products after its Surface tablet.
Feature: Windows 8 launch: as it happened

Microsoft launched its latest operating system, Windows 8, last week. Here's how we reported it.
24 October 2012
How-Tos: How to protect USB drives with Bitlocker To Go

Losing a USB flash drive can be the stuff of nightmares if it contains sensitive or valuable information. Windows 7 and Windows 8 include an encryption system called BitLocker To Go, which will safely encrypt the data stored on your external drives and lock them down with a password. Here's how.
Buying Advice: ASUS ET2220 review: 22-inch all-in-one with Windows 8

Manufacturers are putting in overtime to get the first Windows 8 laptops, tablets and all-in-ones ready for 26 October. The first to arrive at the Hardware.Info offices came from ASUS in the form of the ET2220, a 22-inch all-in-one touchscreen with a modern design optimised for the Windows 8 experience.
23 October 2012
How-Tos: How to record your screen for free in Windows

Record anything that happens on your Windows desktop, along with audio, or commentary, all for free with CamStudio.
News: Windows 8 gets midnight launch at Currys and PC World

Currys and PC World have announced they will open at midnight this Friday for the launch of Widows 8.
How-Tos: How to print photos at a larger size

Our Helproom Editor explains how to print photos at a size of your choice.
22 October 2012
News: Video: Bill Gates talks about Windows 8, Windows Phone 8 and Microsoft Surface

Microsoft chairman Bill Gates talks about Windows 8, Windows Phone 8, Surface and Microsoft Surface.
How-Tos: How to upgrade to Windows 8

You can still get Windows 8 even if you don't want to splash out on a new PC or a new laptop. Here's how… Updated 22nd October 2012
News: Microsoft Surface 32GB sold out

Microsoft is due to launch its Surface tablet this Friday and one model is already sold out.
Opinion: Windows 8: success or failure depends on PC makers

Windows 8 is here, but will it be a success like XP or a Vista-style flop? Rather than entirely stick my head on the block let me say that I think Windows 8 will be at least a partial success - but it all depends on the hardware.