Microsoft is still a way off reaching 10 percent market share for Windows Phone but at least its latest OS, Windows Phone 8.1, now accounts for the bulk of downloads from the Windows Store. Three ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Windows 8.1 is now available on the Windows Store. Should you be rocking Windows 8, you'll see a ...

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Windows 8 users will no longer need a licensed product key for upgrading to the latest iteration of Windows 8.1, as Microsoft has recently rolled out the Windows Media Creation Tool, which allows ...

(MoneyWatch) If you're a Windows 8 user and you're not already running the pre-release version of Windows 8.1, you might be pleased to know that general availability ...

Microsoft has released the public preview of Windows 8.1, and there's plenty to be had in this free update to Windows 8. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in a new window) ...

Microsoft shipped its Windows 8 operating system in October, but the company is planning to update it in a big way with codename Blue. Designed for new hardware, including 7- and 8-inch devices, ...

Users still running Microsoft's Windows 7, on their computer's might be at risk. Microsoft is no longer providing free security updates for the system.(AP) Starting today, Microsoft Windows 7 and 8.1 ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. It’s finally here. Flipboard has been an app that’s been high on everyone’s list for both Windows ...

Pour one out for Windows 8.1. After years of living in the shadow of Windows 7, 10, and 11, the day of its death is here. Starting on January 10, Microsoft will end its support, cutting off all future ...

Are you thinking about trying out the Windows 8.1 Preview? Before you do, make sure you know what you're getting into. I've gathered the best questions from my mailbag and answered them here. What is ...