Microsoft’s recently released source code for MS-DOS and Word for Windows has revealed some nice comments in the source code – from farts to dumb users to the f-bomb.
There are also dozens of comments referring to elements of the code as hacks, while a couple others throw around the word "fuck." Perhaps the most entertaining comment unearthed by Zandman is a dig against Novell users, reading: "dumb user is using a Novell Network!" You can see all of the comments that Zandman found down below.
Several years ago, Microsoft pledged to make security a high priority in it’s products. Every operating system release has had several improvements in it’s security. Windows 8.1 is no exception. The Technet blog goes over 5 of the top security improvements in the Windows 8.1 OS.
While the push to migrate users off Windows XP is on as support ends on April 8th and it is obvious that Windows 8.1 provide a vastly more superior security story, the purpose of this post is to provide insight as to the security differences between Windows 8.1 and its predecessor Windows 7. This is in part due to the fact that companies of all sizes migrating off Windows XP are currently torn in terms of Windows OS choice. While the subject of touch verses non-touch becomes less and less of an issue with Windows 8.1 and the upcoming Windows 8.1 Update due this spring, discussion regarding Windows 8.1 security enhancements over Windows 7 might provide additional insight to assist your choice. The top 5 security enhancements to take into consideration include:
Microsoft has released some early versions of MS-DOS and Word for Windows source code to the public. This is nice for those that like to see how DOS looked back in those early days. Definitely something very interesting and fun from Microsoft.
The museum has done an excellent job of curating some of the most significant historical software programs in computing history. As part of this ongoing project, the museum will make available two of the most widely used software programs of the 1980’s, MS DOS 1.1 and 2.0 and Microsoft Word for Windows 1.1a, to help future generations of technologists better understand the roots of personal computing.
Microsoft stock has jumped a bit, close to $40 a share, due to the leak of the announcement of Office for iOS devices. Many iPad users have been needing a version of Office to do work on the iPad while on the go. This should satisfy a lot of education users as well as home users looking for a good Office suite on the tablet.
The Redmond, Washington-based company will introduce Office for the iPad with limited capabilities that can be upgraded to premium versions requiring a subscription to the Office 365 Internet-based software, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the plans aren’t public. At the event, which will be held March 27 in San Francisco, Nadella will also discuss his commitment to software services that work on Microsoft’s Windows and rival operating systems, the people said yesterday.
Many banks are continuing to use Windows XP on their aging ATM's even past the EOL deadline from Microsoft. They will be paying for additional update support from Microsoft rather than updating the older ATM's. Why? Because they still work and the cost to upgrade them would be too high. No anti-malware protection on an EOL operating system that controls access to money – what could go wrong? I do wonder if (when?) security experts will get to say "I told you so.".
Seems reasonable enough. It’s not as though dozens of cybersecurity experts have been saying things like “it’s not going to be safe to use XP even on machines that aren’t connected to the Internet” or that popping on a new anti-malware software (which none of the ATMs I ever serviced had installed on them) will provide adequate protection.
Microsoft will soon be releasing a new version of Microsoft Office, dubbed Microsoft Office 365 Personal. The best part – $70 a year for a PC or Mac and a second install on a tablet.
Today I want to announce Office 365 Personal. Coming this Spring, Office 365 Personal is a new, great option for people interested in using Office 365. It’s designed for an individual, allows for one PC or Mac and one tablet to be connected to the service and will be available for $69.99 USD/year or $6.99 USD/ month (ERP)1. We recognize that there are households of all shapes and sizes and we’re committed to delivering the right Office for everyone – whether that be one person or an entire household.
Microsoft has made the Twitch application available on the Xbox One. Twitch allows you to stream your gaming to friends, family, or strangers. The Twitch application has gained a lot of popularity lately. So, if you want to share your gaming experience with others, or like to watch others play games, download the Twitch application for your Xbox One.
Microsoft accidentally released the Update 1 for Windows 8.1 this morning. It has since been taken down. However, some folks were able to jump on it and update early. The rest of the public will have to wait until April for the full release. However, those wanting to update to the RTM version of Windows 8.1 Update 1, there are other means to update. Some aren't suggested (torrents, etc.) as they can contain malware within the packages. Some are very legit, but you do take a risk when downloading those.
While the software maker is expected to release the update officially in April, Microsoft has only detailed a few of the features in the update and has not yet provided an official release date. Links to download a final version of the Windows 8.1 Update, thanks to Microsoft’s Windows Update service, have been discovered. A series of patches are required to obtain the full update, but once installed the new desktop-friendly features are enabled.The update can be downloaded via a registry change, or through direct links, but we recommend waiting for Microsoft to officially release it through the normal Windows Update channels in April.
Microsoft is teasing the new release of DirectX 12 for Windows. Many have speculated that DirectX was dying and Microsoft was discontinuing the development. Now, it’s finally coming. Now, the speculation of what awesome new features will be coming!
Are you running Windows XP? Time is running out when it comes to official support from Microsoft. Microsoft has created a website to help you move to a newer edition of Windows, as well as to let you know if you are actually running Windows XP, if you aren't sure. It also has a countdown.
