With XP’s end of support quickly approaching, many organizations are upgrading to a new operating system. In many cases, that’s Windows 8, which means IT departments need to help their company’s users deal with some common complaints about the new OS.
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How to add the Start menu back into Windows 8
Windows 8 made some big changes to a familiar operating system. But will Microsoft backtrack and add a new Windows 8 Start menu in its next update?
‘Windows Blue’ OS leaked: What can we expect from Microsoft’s update?
An updated version of Windows 8, originally referred to as “Windows Blue,” is due for release this summer. Will the update convince more businesses to switch to Microsoft’s latest OS?
Businesses sticking with XP because of legacy apps, survey says
Support for Windows XP will end in just over a year, but many businesses are still clinging to the old OS. Why are IT departments so reluctant to upgrade?
Windows 8 price to rise 500% next week
For those considering a move to Windows 8: If you don’t do it soon, the upgrade could get a lot more expensive.
Windows 8 downgrade rights: 3 things IT needs to know
We wrote recently about how downgrading to Windows 7 may be the best option for businesses that find themselves with new PCs running Windows. But before making those plans, it’s important to properly understand Windows 8 downgrade rights.
Why a Windows 8 downgrade could be best for businesses
Two months after its release, Windows 8 adoption has been slow to catch on – especially among businesses.
IT will avoid Windows 8, despite security improvements
Windows 8 will struggle to catch on with businesses, according to recent surveys. Apparently many organizations would rather stick with the 11-year-old Windows XP than upgrade.
Is Microsoft’s Surface RT tablet a good fit for business?
Microsoft’s Windows 8 Surface tablets appear to be selling well. But are the new devices a good fit for companies to issue or support under a BYOD program?
Why IT might be wrong about Windows 8
Early indicators suggest Windows 8 may suffer from a lack of interest, especially in the enterprise. But there are reasons IT may want to consider moving to the new OS – and some businesses may not have much choice.