Microsoft removes Windows 8 grace period, inconveniences everybody

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	Microsoft removes Windows 8 grace period, inconveniences everybody With its newly minted Windows 8 OS, Microsoft is forcing users to enter a product key during the installation, as was the case with Windows XP. With Windows 7, users could install the OS without entering a product key and take the OS for a spin for up to 120 days. The initial grace period was only 30 days, but a simple—and legal—command line tool gave users the ability to reset the timer up to 3 times. Read More WHITE PAPER: Attachmate Luminet The Bad Guys Inside Your Bank This solution brief tells how Attachmate Luminet fraud management software helps banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions see the big picture, identify fraudulent activity upfront, and gather the intelligence needed to take informed action. Learn More! In this Issue What does the PC need to do in order to survive? The diehard's guide to making the most of Windows 8 Windows 8 tablet growth hinges on pricing: report Crisis malware infects VMware virtual machines, researchers say Windows 8 $15 upgrade offer: A FAQ for recent PC buyers Lenovo North America president: 'It's a dual-device world' Microsoft warns of 'man-in-the-middle' VPN password hack 10 things we love about Microsoft Office 2013 FAQ: How to get Windows 8 now ... legally WHITE PAPER: SuccessFactors Driving Business Execution Human Resources has the knowledge and tools to play a central role in driving business execution. Yet many HR organizations struggle to show how the talent management processes they support are relevant to business success. This complimentary whitepaper discusses how to use talent management to drive business execution. Read More Now! What does the PC need to do in order to survive? In a recent interview, Intel CEO Paul Otellini stated the obvious: we will always have a personal computer. "The PC is not going to go away anytime soon, if ever. It's going to continue to evolve. Right now, it's the most powerful tool you can have, but it doesn't mean that there won't be tablets or phones or even connected cars," said the chief. Read More The diehard's guide to making the most of Windows 8 You may need to break many old habits to get the most out of Windows 8, but it doesn't have to be a cataclysmic event. Read More Windows 8 tablet growth hinges on pricing: report Windows 8 tablets, which are expected to start shipping by the end of October, will grab less than 2% of the global tablet shipments by year-end. But depending on how they're priced, Microsoft and its partners could see dramatic growth rates in 2013, according to an ABI Research study. Read More WHITE PAPER: Polycom Mobile Video: Introducing the Final Frontier This custom white paper will be dynamically configurated for you based on your industry, job function, and company size. It explores the rise of Mobile Video in the wake of IT consumerization and BYOD—the challenges, rewards and best practices for success. Learn More Crisis malware infects VMware virtual machines, researchers say The Windows version of Crisis, a piece of malware discovered in July, is capable of infecting VMware virtual machine images, Windows Mobile devices and removable USB drives, according to researchers from antivirus vendor Symantec. Read More Windows 8 $15 upgrade offer: A FAQ for recent PC buyers Microsoft is now taking sign-ups for $15 Windows 8 Pro upgrades, an offer that is available to anyone who purchased a new PC on June 2 or later. Microsoft is handling registration directly through WindowsUpgradeOffer.com. Read More Lenovo North America president: 'It's a dual-device world' Lenovo Senior Vice President David Schmoock, who heads the company's North American operations, recently shared his thoughts on the rise of the tablet, Windows 8 vs. Android and Lenovo's attempts to raise its profile in the U.S. consumer market. Read More WHITE PAPER: AMD Essential Strategies for Using Virtualization In this paper, we discuss how virtualization can enhance your disaster recovery and business continuity initiatives and which technology solutions will give you the best chance of success. Learn More! Microsoft warns of 'man-in-the-middle' VPN password hack Microsoft yesterday warned Windows users of possible "man-in-the-middle" attacks able to steal passwords for some wireless networks and VPNs, or virtual private networks. Read More 10 things we love about Microsoft Office 2013 Office 2013 was designed with IT admins in mind. The new version of Office features improved deployment options, better security and a strong cloud connection. Read More FAQ: How to get Windows 8 now ... legally Starting yesterday, Microsoft began releasing the final code of Windows 8 to developers, IT professionals and businesses that license the company's products in volume. Read More
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