Demand for Windows 8 exceeding Windows 7, Ballmer says - Computerworld

Demand for Windows 8 exceeding Windows 7, Ballmer says - Computerworld: "Microsoft has seen strong initial demand for its Windows 8 operating system, CEO Steve Ballmer said Monday."

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Windows 8 Is Too Big to Fail | News & Opinion | PCMag.com

Windows 8 Is Too Big to Fail | News & Opinion | PCMag.com: "Unlike your typical Apple event, there are very rarely surprises at a Microsoft product launch. Everyone suspected Apple would release a new iPad mini on Tuesday, but the new MacBook, iMac, and Mac mini were surprises."

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Windows 8 Is a Desktop Disaster | Matthew Murray | PCMag.com

Windows 8 Is a Desktop Disaster | Matthew Murray | PCMag.com: "I sat staring at the screen, my emotions lodged somewhere between dumbfounded and despondent. From what I was seeing, I knew I'd made a horrific mistake, and restitution must be made immediately. I'd been told time and time again there was no going back; what's done is done, you have to accept it, there's no living in the past. But a violation this total demanded from me only one response.
I had to uninstall Windows 8, and I had to do it immediately."

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The Best Free Tools for Creating a Bootable Windows or Linux USB Drive - How-To Geek

The Best Free Tools for Creating a Bootable Windows or Linux USB Drive - How-To Geek: "If you need to install Windows or Linux and you don’t have access to a CD/DVD drive, a bootable USB drive is the solution. You can boot to the USB drive, using it to run the OS setup program, just like a CD or DVD."

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How To Disable the Charms Bar and Switcher Hot Corners in Windows 8 - How-To Geek

How To Disable the Charms Bar and Switcher Hot Corners in Windows 8 - How-To Geek: "Several programs can prevent the app switcher and charms from appearing when you move your mouse to the corners of the screen in Windows 8, but you can do it yourself with this quick registry hack."

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6 Start Menu Replacements for Windows 8 - How-To Geek

6 Start Menu Replacements for Windows 8 - How-To Geek: "Want a Start menu on your Windows 8 desktop? While Microsoft no longer includes the Start button, opting instead for a click in a hidden corner and a new Start screen, there are quite a few Start menu replacements you can choose from."

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