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Microsoft to host Windows 8 Consumer Preview on Feb. 29

February 8, 2012
The software giant takes another step toward releasing its next computer operating system, holding an event at Mobile World Congress to unveil the Windows 8 beta.

Why Metro now rules at Microsoft

February 8, 2012
The tile-based user interface created for Windows Phone has moved to the core of Microsoft's consumer offerings. Now, Microsoft has to make sure it doesn't muddy Metro's clear design.

Microsoft brings OneNote to arch-rival OS Android

February 8, 2012
With an iOS and now Android version of the note-taking app, Microsoft shows its app and service strategy can take precedence over its OS strategy.

Microsoft Bing page tips off new Windows 8 Consumer Preview

February 6, 2012
A special in-the-works Bing page is already providing some pointers to Microsoft's upcoming Windows 8 "Consumer Preview" due out this month, though most of the links aren't yet working.

Microsoft removes start button in Windows 8

February 6, 2012
Leaked screenshots of the latest Windows 8 build show that Microsoft has jettisoned the traditional Windows 8 Start button but tweaked the Charms Bar and other settings.

Microsoft withdraws one patent claim against Barnes & Noble

February 3, 2012
The software giant narrows its claims against Barnes & Noble, saying it hoped to streamline its case before hearings on the dispute begin on Monday.

Teen finds bugs in Google, Facebook, Apple, Microsoft code

February 3, 2012
Bug hunter credited with finding bugs in software from big tech firms is Norwegian teen.

Dying for a Nokia Lumia 900? Preorder it at a Microsoft store

February 3, 2012
If you don't want to deal with the hassle of signing up with AT&T, you can reserve your Nokia Lumia 900 Windows Phone at one of Microsoft's 15 retail stores.

Google Barks Back at Microsoft for Peddling Privacy Myths

February 2, 2012
Google fires back at "dishonest" Microsoft ad

Google fights back, says Microsoft has same data-sharing policy

February 2, 2012
The Web giant responds to critical Microsoft ads, noting that the software giant has a similar policy regarding sharing consumer information across its services.

Microsoft debuts Kinect for Windows, commercial SDK

February 1, 2012
The software giant launches a version of its motion-sensing game controller for Windows, hoping to spark development of PC applications that use natural user interfaces.

Microsoft playing up bad buzz about Google to reel in users

February 1, 2012
The company is taking advantage of some of the concerns over Google's new privacy policy to convince people to use its own products and services.