Apr 01 2010
If you are at all into your video games you will know that this winter marks a revolution in the way we play them. If you are uncertain on this then here is what it is.
You Are Actually The Controller
This will allow gamers to play without any controller at all and this is the unique selling point of the upcoming Project Natal. Continue reading “Natal: The Verdict”
Nov 10 2009
Microsoft has released DirectAccess for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008, remotely connecting users to their office as if they were right there. Establishing two-way connectivity with the user’s enterprise network, this solution keeps them connected to the office, forging a link whenever the user’s PC – provided it’s enabled by DirectAccess – is connected to the internet.
As the workforce transforms, with the information age evolving quickly, the needs of an organization adapt accordingly. Continue reading “DirectAccess Replaces VPN for Windows 7″
Nov 05 2009
With the release of Microsoft’s Windows seven operating system, many of the performance issues present in past installments of this computer mainstay have been addressed, showing a measurable improvement in areas that were once headaches for even the most capable machines. Still, despite what would appear to be Microsoft’s welcome response to the chorus of complaints about XP and Vista, the onset of problems is expected for even the most recent release. No operating system is immune from the kind of error that results from any amount of issues: viruses, spyware, negligence, for example. Continue reading “Advanced Tools for use by the Non-Geek User”
Oct 30 2009
You probably have already heard about the colossal failure of Microsoft and Danger’s cloud system, leading to the loss of roughly 800,000 T-Mobile users’ cell phone data. The unique technique T-mobile employed to manage their clients info experienced a catastrophic failure on October fifth and while questions still loom as to how this could have happened the take home lesson for all PC users is plain as day : always backup your data correctly.
Sidekick data was not stored long-term on the phone itself, unlike any other phone models. Continue reading “T-Mobile and Microsoft, Information Loss and Cloud Systems”
Oct 05 2009
Microsoft’s presentation at E3 really was something special. I was getting a bit bored until my favourite director Spielberg walked onto the stage hinting at a new Microsoft gadget.
It was then handed over to Lionhead studios that showed the world something that can only be described as impossible. The woman who was playing the game was talking to the character in the game, passing objects to him, having a proper conversation with the boy. Continue reading “Is Project Natal going to be any good?”
Jul 31 2009
Microsoft is reportedly looking to sell its online advertising agency Razorfish just two years after acquiring it as part of a $6bn deal for parent company aQuantive Inc. A report in the Financial Times suggested that Microsoft has brought in the investment bank Morgan Stanley to seek out a potential buyer for the agency, which has been valued between $600 million and $700 million. It’s hardly a surprise move as there has been speculation over whether Razorfish really fits into Microsoft’s plans to cut back on unnecessary costs and concentrate purely on its core business during the recession. Continue reading “Microsoft Sells its Advertising Agency Razorfish”
Jul 19 2009
Many people dont fancy the Xbox 360 simply because its made by Microsoft, however, before you turn to the dark side and buy a Playstation 3, check out these reasons why you should choose Xbox over Playstation.
Continue reading “Why You Should Choose Xbox Over Playstation”
