WannaCry Ransomware Outbreak Isn't Over Yet By Paul Wagenseil published 15 May 17 The WannaCry ransomware attack hit China especially hard Monday, and experts warned that new strains were about to appear.
Microsoft Patches Fatal Flaw in Windows Antivirus Software By Paul Wagenseil published 9 May 17 Microsoft rushes out emergency patch for fatal flaw that could have crashed or hijacked its own Windows antivirus software.
Microsoft Surface Phone Rumors: What You Can Expect By Sean Riley published 8 May 17 Microsoft hasn't announced any plans for a Surface Phone but that hasn't stopped the rumor mill. Here's the latest chatter about Microsoft's anticipated mobile device.
Microsoft Making Passwords a Thing of the Past By Althea Chang published 19 April 17 Microsoft users can log into their accounts by using the new Microsoft Authenticator app for Android and iOS.
Microsoft's Sub-$300 Mixed Reality Headsets Are Coming, and I Tried One By Mark Spoonauer published 8 April 17 A new breed of head-mounted displays promises to deliver immersive experiences for much less money (and complexity) than Oculus or Vive.
Free Microsoft Antivirus Software Finally Does Good Job By Marshall Honorof published 28 March 17 Microsoft Security Essentials still isn't the best way to secure your computer, but it's come within spitting distance of the top spot.
Is This The Surface Phone? By Henry T. Casey published 27 March 17 A newly published patent gives more validity to rumors of Microsoft developing a folding Surface Phone.
The Microsoft Surface Studio Is an Artist's Dream Desktop By Andrew E. Freedman published 23 March 17 Editor's Choice The Microsoft Surface Studio's stunning screen, fantastic stylus support and easy-to-use hinge make this machine the best all-in-one for artists and creators that you can buy.
IE, Edge Users at Risk from Serious Browser Security Flaw By Don Reisinger published 28 February 17 Google found a serious security flaw in Microsoft's Edge and Internet Explorer browsers three months ago, but there's no fix in sight.
7 Reasons Why Xbox One Beats PS4 By Michael Andronico published 23 February 17 The PS4 might be the current king of the console wars, but the Xbox One is still a better buy. Here's why.
Microsoft Sets the PC Specs for Its Mixed Reality Headsets By Philip Michaels published 8 December 16 It sounds like you won't need a very powerful machine to use the Windows 10 headsets Microsoft is developing with several different hardware partners.
Surface Phone Could Be Ultimate Galaxy Note Replacement By Mark Spoonauer published 7 December 16 A Microsoft design patent points to a possible Surface phone, complete with pen input.
Xbox One Games Coming to Oculus Rift, But with a Catch By Philip Michaels published 23 November 16 Microsoft is releasing an app in December that will let you stream your Xbox One games to Oculus' virtual-reality headset.
Touch-Screen Mac 'Absurd?' Apple Says Yes By Philip Michaels published 14 November 16 Apple executive Phil Schiller doesn't believe touch screens work on a desktop machine, but Microsoft thinks differently with its Surface Studio.
Sorry, Microsoft: Your Surface Studio Isn't Worth $3,000 By Sherri L. Smith published 27 October 16 Microsoft's first all-in-one is pretty, but the outdated specs are off-putting to say the least.
Microsoft Surface Studio Hands-on: Dazzling Display, Crazy Versatile Dial By Mark Spoonauer published 26 October 16 The Surface Studio PC from Microsoft has the world's thinnest LCD built in, and it doubles as a 28-inch, pen-enabled canvas.
Don't Call This Number: It's a Microsoft Support Scam By Marshall Honorof published 25 October 16 A somewhat convincing copy of Microsoft's Blue Screen of Death could fool you into falling for a tech-support phone scam.
Microsoft May Kill Lumia to Make Way for Surface Phone By Philip Michaels published 12 September 16 A report claims Microsoft plans to end sales of its Lumia smartphones, suggesting a new Surface Phone could be its replacement.
Hololens Teardown: See What’s Inside Microsoft’s AR Goggles By Sam Rutherford published 23 August 16 After keeping the Hololens' Holographic Processing Unit a secret, Microsoft finally revealed the details on what's powering its augmented reality headset.
Hackers Mine Minecraft Usernames, Passwords By Marshall Honorof published 20 July 16 A group of hackers known as OurMine has mined Minecraft for a goldmine of login information, but avoided doing any actual harm.
Microsoft Patch Tuesday Saves Users from Rogue Printers By Marshall Honorof published 13 July 16 Microsoft's most recent Patch Tuesday updates fixes two vulnerabilities that could let cybercriminals attack you through your printer.
Dead Rising 4: Back and Better Than Ever By Sherri L. Smith published 14 June 16 Frank West is back and better than ever in the upcoming Dead Rising 4, an Xbox One exclusive planned for a holiday 2016 release.
Microsoft Word Macro Viruses Make Dangerous Comeback By Marshall Honorof published 10 June 16 While macro viruses never really went away, they're back in full force, and a recent warning suggests they're still not so easy to avoid.
Xbox One Rumors: Slim Redesign and a Big 2017 Upgrade By Michael Andronico published 1 June 16 Here's everything we've heard about the rumored successor to the Xbox One, as well as what we want from Microsoft's next console.
Microsoft Opens Windows Holographic to Other Devices, Including Vive By Avram Piltch published 1 June 16 Soon, third-party devices such as HTC's Vive will be able to run the same Windows Holo apps that power Microsoft's Hololens. Could less expensive headsets be on the way?
Microsoft HoloLens: Everything We Know So Far By Avram Piltch published 12 May 16 Microsoft's HoloLens looks like the biggest computing breakthrough in years. Here's everything that's known about the exciting wearable technology, along with what we're still looking to find out.
Hackers Will Love Windows' New Blue Screen of Death By Marshall Honorof published 12 April 16 An experimental Windows 10 update may make the Blue Screen of Death even more dangerous than the rogue processes it exists to stop.
HoloLens Hands-on: A Big Step Forward By Andrew E. Freedman published 31 March 16 The HoloLens goes beyond virutal reality headsets with shared experiences that take holographic computing to the next level.
Microsoft Edge, IE Now Detect, Block Malicious Ads By Marshall Honorof published 18 December 15 The latest versions of Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer can detect and block browser exploit kits, malvertising and drive-by downloads.
Microsoft Band 2 Review: Sleeker Curves But Smartwatch Price By Mike Prospero published 11 December 15 The Band 2 fitness tracker greatly improves upon the original, but could still use some work.
