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In this video Sachin Patney and Nico Cristache describe the process of creating custom visualizations for Power BI. It is remarkable how easy it is to create any kind of visualization given the framework that's been set up. The best part of their explanation is where they detail the fact that...

Today, ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih revealed details of the latest world-leading gaming innovations from Republic of Gamers (ROG) in a pre-IFA 2015 press event held at the Bolle Meierei, in Berlin, Germany. At the event the G752 gaming laptop was announced. Link Removed ASUS G752 Gaming Laptop...

The documents published here contain detailed information about how Microsoft Dynamics CRM features work. Additional how it works documents will be published here as they become available. This information is useful for IT professionals, customizers, technical architects, and technical decision...

Okay so my birthday is coming this September and well after replacing my motherboard and processor i think its time for a new case as my old one is sadly falling apart, my front face plate barely latches on now with pieces snapped off due to long term wear and tear. My old case is a In Win...

Windows 10 was built to offer a familiar and secure experience, with unmatched productivity offerings and more entertainment options for Windows fans. Not only will you be able to enjoy great gaming on Windows 10 – including the new Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition beta announced this weekend – but...

Coming soon to a desktop near you. Looks kinda nice.

In this episode, Link Removed guest hosts and is joined by Link Removed, who shows off many of the improvements in XAML tooling in both Visual Studio 2015 and Blend for Visual Studio 2015. Some of these improvements are specific to Windows Universal Apps, but many are available to all XAML...

Today, Toshiba announced a new lineup of PCs built for Windows 10 that feature a dedicated Cortana key, a range of high resolution displays and an enhanced audio experience. All of them are eligible for the free Windows 10 upgrade when it becomes available on July 29. A Refresh to Toshiba’s...

Fast accelerated graphics! with an clean easy API! That's the promise of Microsoft's Win2d library. In this video I walk through, from scratch, how to create a simple animated graphics application for UWP using .NET. There are full notes (and links to source code) on my blog: Link Removed...

This looks interesting although specs are scant: ref: http://www.kitguru.net/components/graphic-cards/anton-shilov/amd-unveils-project-quantum-ultra-small-pc-with-ultra-high-performance/

I have noticed on both of my machines, the Defender icon is not visible in the tray. If you go to the Settings, Updates and Security, Windows Defender, at the bottom there is an option to use Windows Defender. After you select that option, the icon shows up in the tray. So, why would there...

Hi everyone. A while back, we held a contest to give ten Windows Insiders a chance to win a trip to Microsoft headquarters here in Redmond. Winners were selected based on videos they submitted on what they like most about Windows 10 and the Windows Insider Program. As usual, Insiders came...

Today at Computex 2015 Dell announced a comprehensive new line-up of Inspiron devices and a new gaming PC, offering a wide range of technology solutions to meet families’ and gamers everyday computing needs. Adding to Dell’s award-winning consumer product line up, the new portfolio includes the...

Today, Acer announced its 2015 refresh of the Aspire Z Series all-in-one PCs, with the 23.8-inch Aspire Z3-710 with capacitive 10-point multi-touch, and the 19.5-inch ZC-700, both sporting a Full HD (1920×1080) LED backlit display. Both models ship with Windows 8.1 and are supported by Acer for...

If you want a complete and unified modern UI for the next Windows pls. join to give the right feedback for Windows 10 in order to become the modern OS we wanted. Our main scope would be to assure that Microsoft understands we want to get an unified and complete modern looking UI, more...

Link Removed The Channel 9 Guy made an appearance in the Build keynote this year and if you have a 3D printer you might want to know where you can get the model. Eden Soto was kind enough to provide us with a 3D model of the 9 Guy. Eden makes all the CGI intro videos that we use for shows on...

You all know how much I like the idea of kid coders, that we can teach the next generations that they are not slaves to their PC's, that they can have control, via code. With this event, they not only learn, share but can win cash too! Become a Technology Creator Link Removed You know those...

Hi everyone. I’m Albert, and I lead the Design Team in the Operating Systems Group at Microsoft. First time poster, long time reader, be gentle. Our team designs for Windows phones, tablets, and PCs; for services, such as the Store, accounts, and MSN; for Xbox; and also for emerging experiences...

Today, Acer announced a new lineup of PCs offering solid performance and stylish designs great for families, students and professionals on the go. Aspire V 15, Aspire E Series, and all-new Aspire ES Series notebooks, this is the notebook computer lineup for the 2015 back to school season that...