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02 September 2013
Feature: Windows 8.1 release date and new features

Windows 8.1, previously known as Windows Blue, is an update for Windows so we've rounded up its release date, new features and price.
24 June 2013
Feature: Best Windows 8 apps for productivity and creativity

Though Windows 8 is still relatively new there are already hundreds of applications ready to help you be more productive and creative.
11 June 2013
Feature: Windows 8 advanced

Windows 8's new interface has grabbed most people's attention, but for smarter laptop and tablet users there are more interesting changes to the OS under the hood
31 May 2013
Feature: Organise your life using Windows 8's built-in tools

The built-in People, Mail and Calendar applications are just a selection of Windows 8 tools that can assist you when it comes to managing and organising your life
10 May 2013
Feature: Best PC tricks and pranks

Everyone like to have a laugh and there's plenty of amusement to be had messing around with other people's PCs or laptops. Here are 10 harmless but brilliant Windows pranks.
Feature: Planning the perfect holiday with Windows 8

Thanks to Windows 8 the challenge of planning everything from a weekend break to a relaxing holiday in the sun is now much, much easier
21 March 2013
Feature: Windows 8 vs OS X Mountain Lion: which is the better operating system?

We examine Microsoft and Apple's latest desktop operating systems to find out how they stack up against each other. It's Windows 8 versus Max OS X Mountain Lion: let the fight begin!
29 January 2013
Feature: Microsoft Office 2013 and 365 FAQ: What you need to know

Microsoft Office 2013 and Office 365 are now available so here's everything you need to know.
22 January 2013
Feature: Windows Phone 7.8 FAQ: What you need to know

Microsoft has announced Windows Phone 8, but existing users won't get it. Instead current users will be upgraded to Windows Phone 7.8. Here's everything you need to know about the OS.
01 January 2013
Feature: 8 tech resolutions for 2013

You may already be feeling a sense of dread over some of the New Year's resolutions you've told everyone you're going to make. Have you pledged to give up smoking? To lose weight at the gym? Off you pop then... Here are some tech New Year's resolutions that are far more easy to keep, and can be completed from the comfort of your own, if you like, bed.
19 December 2012
Feature: Best tablets of 2012

Here's our list of the 10 best tablet PCs of 2012. All of the products in the 'best tablets of 2012' have been fully reviewed by our own experts.
12 December 2012
Feature: How to secure a family laptop

Though Windows has become more robust over the past few years, the threat of viruses and social engineering tricks remain
30 November 2012
Feature: Microsoft Surface Pro price in the UK

Microsoft has announced US pricing for its Surface Pro tablet, so here's our analysis on the UK price.
12 November 2012
Feature: How to use IPAM in Windows Server 2012

Speak to any Network or Server Administrator and they’ll proclaim one of their top five nightmares is managing IP addresses. Windows Server 2012 has introduced a brand new feature that will ease those nightmares and sooth the stresses of looking after such beasts as DHCP servers and DNS servers.
07 November 2012
Feature: Tested: Surface RT as a tablet, as a workstation

The Microsoft Surface is a Windows 8 tablet with integrated stand and keyboard running on both ARM and Intel systems. Our editors tested the £399 inc VAT 32GB Arm version - the Surface RT - over the course of a week. Here's our Microsoft Surface RT review.
31 October 2012
Feature: Overview: which Windows 8 tablets, laptops and all-in-ones are on the horizon?

Last week Windows 8 was released, and in no-time dozens of hip new Windows 8 devices with touchscreens will hit the market. Tablets, laptops, so-called convertibles and all-in-one PCs with touchscreen have been announced by various manufacturers.
30 October 2012
Feature: Best education software for Windows

One of the major advantages of having a Windows PC is the number and variety of applications available. There’s something for everyone, including your children.
29 October 2012
Feature: What's new in Windows Phone 8? 5 new features in Windows Phone 8

Tonight at an event in San Francisco Microsoft's Joe Belfiore and Steve Ballmer revealed the Windows Phone 8 mobile operating system. Here we focus on five new features Microsoft promoted at this evening's event.
25 October 2012
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.