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Windows 10

• A look at the Windows 10 user experience

  Now that Windows 10 is out it's time to evaluate how the OS will work for users, including how they can upgrade and what Cortana brings to the table. Continue Reading

• Comprehensive look at Windows 10 security features

  Microsoft has made an effort to bolster security in Windows 10 with features such as Device Guard and multifactor authentication. Continue Reading

• Are there any reasons to avoid a Windows 10 upgrade?

  Application and hardware compatibility issues and undiscovered bugs are important factors to consider when facing a Windows 10 upgrade. Continue Reading

• Windows 10 security improves with Windows Hello and Passport

  Biometrics and multifactor authentication in Windows 10 make it easier and more secure for users to access the resources they need. Continue Reading

• Should I be concerned about Windows 10 application compatibility?

  Microsoft expects most applications developed for older OSes to work fine on Windows 10, but administrators shouldn't expect every application to work perfectly. Continue Reading

• How do I upgrade to Windows 10?

  Upgrading to Windows 10 is free on many Windows 7 and 8 devices. All you have to do is reserve your update, wait for it to download and install it.Continue Reading

• What is Cortana and how does it benefit my users?

  Microsoft integrated Cortana in its Windows 10 operating system. It's capable of carrying out complex search requests and it can help enterprise users navigate their desktops.Continue Reading

• Explore the new features in Windows 10

  Windows 10 is coming, but there are still tons of questions. Get the answers you want to know about new features, security, applications and more.Continue Reading

• Windows 10 navigation goes back to the Start

  Everyone remembers the debacle that was Windows-sans-Start, but Windows 10 navigation puts the Start menu back in play, with some tweaks.Continue Reading

• The Windows 10 preview shows enterprise features, limits

  The Windows 10 preview was an olive branch to Windows 8 UI haters, but screen size issues and a separate Windows Server release could slow adoption.Continue Reading

• Gird for battle with potential Windows 10 test problems

  Windows 10 is coming, but the road to release includes a lot of potential potholes that IT staffers should be ready to find and handle.Continue Reading

• Flying without a net: How to find Windows 7 support

  IT can buy extended support for Windows 7 desktops from Microsoft, but security and other features may make Windows 8 and 10 increasingly appealing.Continue Reading

• Microsoft Windows history: A 30-year timeline

  Microsoft celebrates 30 years of the Windows operating system when it ships Windows 10 this fall. Here's a look at Windows history -- bumps and all.Continue Reading

• Comparing Windows 10 features with those in earlier OSes

  IT got a glimpse of new Windows 10 features in the technical preview and updated build. See how they compare to Windows 7 and Windows 8 features.Continue Reading

• LibreOffice is a robust Microsoft Office alternative

  Is an open source Office alternative enough to dethrone Microsoft's productivity suite? See how LibreOffice compares with Office 2013 and Office 365.Continue Reading