[TechRepublic] Windows 8 embraces the KISS principle

Windows Desktop TechRepublic Member | March 01, 2012

Windows 8 Consumer Preview embraces the KISS principle The Windows 8 Consumer Preview released February 29, 2012, is the new poster child for the keep it simple stupid philosophy. Read more Resource of the day Preventing Data Corruption in the Event of an Extended Power Outage An Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) ensures system uptime in case of power outage, but it's only part of the solution. Read this white paper to learn how adding power management software prevents system damage and data corruption after an outage. Microsoft could lose the techies in their bid to win over consumers Microsoft is obviously going "all in" to win over consumers with Windows 8, but will that drive the tech savvy away? Read more Poll Results: IT Pros agree missing Start Button is not an angst-ridden crisis Despite the incessant drumbeat to the contrary, most IT pros on TechRepublic are approaching the pending release of Windows 8 with calmness. Read more Additional TechRepublic resources   Windows consumer preview for business: More Qs than As Something strange happened on the way to Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona today--Microsoft quietly posted an unusual document detailing features and a product version name that took enterprise by surprise. Read more One geek's approach to handling his midlife crisis Find out how a shiny new tech toy, zombies, apes, and other geeky amusements helped Edmond Woychowsky get through his midlife funk. Read more Resource leveling by hand using Microsoft Project 2010 Resource leveling by hand takes longer than using the rule-based engine in Microsoft Project 2010, but Andrew Makar believes it produces a better schedule. Read more Featured multimedia   First Look: Windows 8 Consumer Preview simple and slick The Windows 8 Consumer Preview is now available to everyone. TechRepublic downloaded and installed it and compiled this photo gallery first look at Microsoft's latest operating system. View on site The hottest phones and tablets of Mobile World Congress 2012 With all the great devices coming out of MWC everyday, keeping track can get dizzying. Luckily, we'll continuously gather them here so you won't have to. View on site Five apps to help you pass Microsoft certification exams Microsoft certification exams are getting tougher. Luckily, some good exam prep software is available to help you tune up your skills. View on site Featured Webcast Live Webcast: Build a Winning Business Case for a New Web Content Management Technology If your system for managing your web content is looking stale, now is the time to update it. Check out this webcast to learn more about updating your web content management system and what it can do for you. Today's recommended downloads Preventing Data Corruption in the Event of an Extended Power Outage (APC by Schneider Electric) Rethink Your Storage With IBM (IBM) Virtualization and Cloud Computing: Optimized Power, Cooling, and Management Maximizes Benefits (APC by Schneider Electric) Live Webcast: Fast and Efficient Business Security Strategies (GFI Software) Impact of Hot and Cold Aisle Containment on Data Center Temperature and Efficiency (APC by Schneider Electric) Windows 7 Photo Galleries   The top 10 Windows 7 desktop gadgets Get the Quick Launch Bar back in Windows 7 Add hidden international desktop themes to Windows 7 How do I create shutdown shortcuts in Windows 7?   Connect with TechRepublic BlackBerry Playbook 2.0 review After a long gestation, RIM has finally delivered the long-awaited 2.0 software update to its PlayBook line. Is it enough to turn the device's fortunes around? TechRepublic newsletters   Get product reviews, tech news analysis, tips, and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Tech Sanity Check Google in the Enterprise Cracking Open 10 Things

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