Microsoft to Release Next Version of Windows
At 2011 Computex Wednesday, Microsoft Corp. showed hardware partners the next version of Windows, internally code-named “Windows 8,” to help the partners build devices that take advantage of the new…
Microsoft Global Student Technology Competition
In July, more than 400 students from around the world will travel to New York to showcase their ideas for using technology to solve the world’s toughest problems. As the…
Microsoft Giving Xbox 360 Free with a PC
Microsoft has announced a new offer for students who purchase a new Windows 7-based PC. Starting May 22, students buying a new Windows 7-based PC priced at $699 (U.S.) or…
Bing Brings Friend Effect to Facebook
With the addition of new social features to Bing search engine, Microsoft believes people can receive personalized search results based on the opinions of their friends by signing into Facebook.…
Hello, Microsoft Going to Acquire Skype
Microsoft and Skype have announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Microsoft will acquire Skype, the leading Internet communications company, for $8.5 billion in cash from the…
Microsoft Going Green with Recycled Paper
Microsoft has announced that, in alliance with locally owned and operated Grays Harbor Paper of Hoquiam, Wash., the technology company will switch to 100 percent post-consumer recycled printing paper in…