Often copied but never equalled the original Half Life was huge. It blew the industry away and showed many how it should really be done. Well that was way back in 98' and for several years now fans of the series have been waiting for a remake of the original. Fans loved the game so much they...
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MSDTC data collector for Windows 7 and Windows 2008 R2 collects configuration and troubleshooting related data most commonly used in order to address DTC related issues.
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Those lucky enough to have a TechNet or MSDN account can pop along tonight and download the RTM. The links have just gone up and should go live around 8pm PST.
With October 26th looming on the horizon and the release of the all new, much touted (already) Microsoft "Surface", I am wondering if Microsoft is once again missing the proverbial boat.
Marketing thus far seems to be very WOW factor oriented. Looks good, feels good, runs great, does...
As Windows 8 is bound to release...soon, I have noticed many companies and schools finally upgrading from dusty Windows XP to Windows 7. The thing is, with Windows 8 coming around the corner, what is the point of getting 7 now? I mean, its not that long until W8 is out. Why not wait, people!??
This information has been relayed to me by an authoritative source on the Windows 8 RTM. Here is the final RTM ("release-to-manufacturer") information:
7/31/2012
RTM Gold Release- English
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Build: 9200
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Languages: EN-US
Editions: Windows 8...
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Neowin reports that the rumoured final build number 8500 has been surpassed by the latest leaked build:
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Windows 8 RTM build goes beyond 8500 to 8506? - Neowin
There seems to be some consensus regarding the date for Windows 8 RTM. It would seem that it has moved up now from some speculation about an August release to a date in July, although the actual build number is still in some questions.
Windows 8 RTM build reportedly 8500, announcement coming...
Windows 8 core carries news that Google have released a beta of their Chrome browser.. Gonna be trying this for myself!
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Chrome Release Channels - The Chromium Projects
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Google Launches Chrome Metro Browser for Windows 8
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According to the site WinUnleaked a few images of Windows 8 non aero look has been leaked: Although this look didn't make it into the preview it will be with us by the time the final release is made public..
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At the moment 3DMark Windows 8 is being shown at Computex although here is a brief snap:
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3DMark for Windows 8 - world exclusive premier at Computex
I just added it and so far, things seem to be running normally. I will assume Microsoft decided to leave it out in order to shrink the install footprint of Windows 8 for mobile devices....
I was a little surprised when the RP was shown to not include Windows Media Center. Since I had...