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Windows 8 boss exits Microsoft in surprising shake-up
Nov 13, 2012
Steven Sinofsky, who was president of Microsoft's flagship product Windows, is leaving the company. His departure comes as a surprise, less than one month after the release of Windows 8.
Tech's whirlwind week: Apple, Amazon, Microsoft
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Jeff Horwich
Oct 26, 2012
Tech stocks have had quite a day today and quite a week. Apple, Amazon and Microsoft are all in the spotlight for various reasons.
Windows 8 launches, and how the internet is changing movie marketing
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Molly Wood
Oct 26, 2012
It's launch day for Microsoft's radical new operating system Windows 8. Many have already watched a good chunk of this weekend's new blockbuster, Cloud Atlas -- seven minutes worth.
CEO Steve Ballmer on Microsoft's 'epic' week
Oct 25, 2012
The stakes couldn't be higher for Microsoft as the company launches Windows 8 and the Surface tablet. Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer says the release is an epic moment for the company on par with Windows 95.
Windows 8 gets design-heavy update, and TV gets 'second screen viewing'
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Molly Wood
Oct 25, 2012
When Microsoft proposes to radically change things, it is time to pay attention.
Microsoft hits a snag with EU anti-trust complaint
Oct 24, 2012
The European Union is accusing Microsoft of failing to comply with an anti-trust agreement, meaning Microsoft could face a hefty fine.
Windows 8: Will change be good for Microsoft?
Oct 24, 2012
This Friday, Microsoft will release it's new Windows 8 operating system which promises a whole new look and feel. How will the system changes play with individual consumers and businesses?
For public good, not for profit.
Microsoft to unveil major Windows overhaul this week
Oct 22, 2012
The new Windows 8 operating system promises some big changes, including a radically different look. It could also mean having to relearn Windows.
Weak ad revenue pulls Google down
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Jeff Horwich
Oct 19, 2012
Yesterday Google accidentally fired off its earnings announcement three hours ahead of schedule and profits fell quite short of expectations.
Microsoft bets its future on tablets
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Amy Scott
Oct 19, 2012
Ahead of its much anticipated Windows 8 release, Microsoft is reporting a 22 percent decline in profit for the third-quarter.