Browse tag: Microsoft

Browse tag: Microsoft

The Macalope Weekly: Business 101
Windows inspired by the Mac? Microsoft seems conflicted about the answer. And while the App Store continues to get attention, you can't argue that Apple knows how to sell iPhones.
Microsoft denies employee’s comments about copying Apple
When a Microsoft employee said in an interview that Windows 7 took some inspiration from Mac OS X, Microsoft quickly chimed in to let us know that he was incorrect and inaccurate.
For the enterprise, Google Apps fights uphill battle with Microsoft
Microsoft's incumbent status as a provider of office productivity software gives it a leg up over Google Apps in the enterprise, Computerworld's Eric Lai reports.
Bing to use Wolfram Alpha results
Microsoft introduced some improvements to its Bing search engine, including integrating results from computational engine Wolfram Alpha.
Microsoft releases Office 2004, 2008 updates
On Tuesday, Microsoft issued updates for its Office 2004 and 2008 suites of Mac software.
Analysis: The search market created Microsoft's worst enemy
Microsoft had a reputation for tenacity when it enters new markets. But its efforts have failed to pay off in the area of search.
Has Microsoft placed its last mobile bet?
Windows Mobile's share of the mobile market is slipping. What happened? And can Microsoft reverse the slide?
Keep track of changes in Pages
Apple's Pages not only tracks changes and comments in your documents, but also lets you share those changes, even with Microsoft Word users.
The Macalope Weekly: Everyone’s got an opinion
This week, everybody tells Apple how to run their business—and the Macalope tells everybody exactly what they can do with that advice.
The Macalope Weekly: 7 herbs and spices
The Macalope does combat with an old foe this week, then takes a gander at Microsoft's latest familiar-looking venture and Windows 7's missing ingredient.
Ballmer headlines global Windows 7 launch events
Steve Ballmer took the stage in New York Thursday, taking on the role of chief salesman in a day of worldwide launch events.
Microsoft strikes search deals with Twitter, Facebook
Microsoft reached a deal with Twitter and Facebook that allows its Bing search engine to index public posts from the social media sites.
Ballmer: Sidekick outage 'not good'
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer, stating the obvious for emphasis, called the Sidekick outage "not good," but said he thinks all data will be recovered. And he added that Microsoft needs to be more forthcoming in explaining to enterprise customers why a similar situation won't occur with the company's online services.
The Macalope Weekly: You should see the other guy
Will Apple pick up marketshare from Windows 7's release or not? Either way, expect to see them dish out a whole new bowl of dings at Microsoft's expense. And Michael Dell says something sensible—The Macalope is shocked!
Better collaboration with Word’s Track Changes
Need to work with others to create a document? Microsoft Word's powerful features for tracking changes can make the job easier.
Microsoft extends support period for Office for Mac 2004
Microsoft has announced that they will continue to support Office for Mac 2004 until 2010.
The Macalope Weekly: Mobile market madness!
Microsoft, microsoft, microsoft! Redmond's home team is all over the news this week, with Windows Mobile and Windows 7 news. Of course, if it's Windows, it must mean curtains for Apple, right?
Microsoft, EU reach accord on antitrust
Microsoft appears to have reached an agreement with the EC ending an antitrust battle that has lasted a decade.
Find and merge address book duplicates
Whether you use Apple's Address Book or Microsoft Entourage's built-in contact manager, duplicate contacts can make it harder to find information you seek. Here's how to clean up the mess.
Apple and others sued over Web browser patent
Eolas, which famously sued Microsoft over its Internet Explorer browser, has now set its sights on Apple and a host of other prominent countries.
Prune your contacts
If you no longer recognize half of the names in your address book, it might be time to clean house. Here's how to get rid of the clutter in Mail, Address Book, and Entourage.
The Macalope Weekly: Videodrome
It's a double feature this week as the Macalope takes on two Microsoft-related videos and rails against AT&T—then again, what's new?
Apples to Windows comparison shopping
New retail efforts by Apple and Microsoft in Paris speak volumes about the companies' respective brand images and the customers they're hoping to woo.
The case for Entourage on Snow Leopard
Much has been made about the potential impact of Snow Leopard's Exchange Support. And while it covers basic Exchange well, John C. Welch argues that but anything beyond a bare minimum, Entourage Exchange Web Services edition is a clear winner.
Microsoft Courier tablet prototype appears on Web
A prototype of a new tablet-like Microsoft device named Courier surfaced on the Web late Tuesday.
Push Gmail now available on iPhone
Google has added support for push e-mail to its Google Sync service, which previously only allowed syncing of contact and calendar information.
Report: Microsoft hiring away Apple Store employees
Microsoft is allegedly making offers to Apple Store employees to come to the dark side and staff its new retail venture.
The Macalope Weekly: Money, money, money
The Zune HD may be many things, but it's not an iPod touch-killer. Nor is there apparently a way to kill the record industry's aspirations, even with a stake through the heart. And aren't accounting rules a killer?
No more Windows Mobile phones from Palm
Palm plans to focus solely on its WebOS software and stop selling phones using Windows.
Want Zune HD games? Prepare to watch ads
Microsoft has released a handful of free games for its new Zune HD, but users will have to watch either a static or video advertisement while the game starts up.