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Microsoft finally gives a delivery date for Windows 10 enterprise security features
Mon, 4th Jul 2016
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ovum
Windows 10 already includes built-in protection, but the new features have been designed to thwart the escalating number of cyber-attacks.
Windows 10 security and privacy: An in-depth review and analysis
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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malware
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gaming
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reviews
As Windows 10 approaches its one year anniversary, it is interesting to take a look at how far the operating system has come.
Potential Windows zero-day security exploit worth $90,000 on underground market
Thu, 2nd Jun 2016
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trustwave
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zero day malware
A single Windows zero-day vulnerability could be sold amongst the underground cybercrime market, potentially affecting more than 1.5 billion users.
More than 70% of Windows environments are at risk, survey finds
Wed, 11th May 2016
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risk & compliance
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manageengine
A ManageEngine survey reveals that over 70% of Windows environments may be exposed to cyber threats, with many admins overlooking key security protocols.
Windows 10 active on 300 million devices, paid version coming soon
Mon, 9th May 2016
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With the one year anniversary of Windows 10 on the horizon, Microsoft has announced that the operating system is now active on 300 million devices.
New Facebook, Messenger and Instagram apps coming to Windows 10
Wed, 4th May 2016
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apps
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Microsoft recently announced a fleet of apps designed specifically for Windows 10 from the social media heavyweights.
Three steps to compliance for end-of-life systems
Tue, 3rd May 2016
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windows
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carbon black
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partners
Each time a vendor terminates support for an OS or solution, organisations are put at risk of failing to meet regulatory and compliance mandates.
Flexera identifies top PC vulnerabilities for Aussie users
Thu, 28th Apr 2016
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Australian PC users are slowly patching software vulnerabilities, but some challenges remain, according to Flexera Software's latest report.
Microsoft brings the power of IoT to the manufacturing industry
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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smartphones
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public cloud
Microsoft is working with the OPC Foundation to enable greater application of the Internet of Things (IoT) in the manufacturing industry.
Windows 10, Office 365 and Minecraft at the heart of Microsoft's education push
Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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windows
The updates include new experiences for Windows 10, an education edition of Minecraft, the launch of Classroom and Forms, and LMS integration.
QuickTime for Windows could be an accident waiting to happen
Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
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windows
Trend Micro has discovered two new, critical vulnerabilities affecting QuickTime for Windows, which Apple will no longer be supporting.
Veeam adds direct restore to Microsoft Azure
Tue, 29th Mar 2016
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virtualisation
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public cloud
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microsoft
Veeam has launched its Direct Restore to Microsoft Azure offering, enabling on-premise migration or restoration to the cloud.
Windows to dominate detachable tablet market
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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windows
Demand for detachable tablets is set to bolster Windows tablet play, with Windows devices expected to dominate the detachable market come 2020.
Educators choose Windows 10 over any other platform
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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Windows dominates global education sector with twice as many devices shipped in 2015 as the closest competitor, according to new report.
Matrox aims for video wall 'sweet spot' with new graphics card
Thu, 11th Feb 2016
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digital signage
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windows
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developers
Matrox has unveiled what it says is the world's first single-slot, nine-output 1920x1080 graphics card for three-by-three video walls.
End of Support for Windows 7 and 8.1 might be sooner than you think
Wed, 20th Jan 2016
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intel
Microsoft will phase out support for Windows 7 and 8.1 on machines with Skylake systems over the next 18 months.
2015 not so great for PC market as shipments plunge
Wed, 13th Jan 2016
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lenovo
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windows
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pc shipments
The PC market continued its downward trajectory in 2015, with mobiles, tablets and Windows 10 contributing to the decline.
Windows 10 enterprise migration 'fastest yet' says Gartner
Wed, 25th Nov 2015
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windows
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analyst report
Gartner is forecasting enterprise migration to Windows 10 'will be the fastest yet', opening the door for resellers, so what's driving demand?.
Windows 10 to be rolled out across Australian university
Tue, 24th Nov 2015
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university of newcastle
Windows 10 will be rolled out to about 10,000 devices across the University of Newcastle campus by the end of 2016.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Microsoft extend partnership
Mon, 23rd Nov 2015
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partner programmes
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microsoft
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Microsoft have deepened their partnership on Windows 10 with new Cloud Productivity and Mobility Solution Offerings.