Thursday, June 4, 2015

Windows 10 Coming This July 29, 2015

So I got the confirmation email today regarding my reservation of the Windows 10 upgrade available starting July 29, 2015. A few days ago, I got a pop up notification on my taskbar on how to get Windows 10 upgrade for free.

Windows 10

Yes, it’s a full version of Windows 10, not an upgrade, and it will require 3 GB of download space. Among the features of Windows 10 includes:

  • Designed for speed and ease – Windows 10 starts fast, resumes fast and comes with more security features. It will also have an ability to snap up to 4 things on the screen at once.
  • Amazing new features – including Cortana (personalized digital assistant), all-new browser and built-in apps like Photos, Maps, Messaging, Music and Video
  • Apps, Games, Films and Music – new features available from the Windows Store.

I wonder why Microsoft skipped the Windows 9 and just proceeded with naming their latest Operating System as Windows 10. Do they consider Windows 8.1 as Windows 9? Also, Microsoft has a history of 1 OS failing after a successful one. Take Windows XP for example. It’s a successful operating system, followed by Windows Vista, which is considered as a failure. Next came a successful Windows 7 followed by a failed Windows 8. They fixed that failure in Windows 8.1. Hopefully all major issues by Windows 8 and 8.1 are finally addressed in the upcoming Windows 10.

I can’t wait to try the new Windows 10 Operating System.

Windows 10 b

Register now for a free Windows 10 upgrade

Windows 10 c

The interface looks like a refined version of Windows 8.1

Windows 10 d

Windows 10 is designed for speed and ease of use.

Windows 10 e

Cortana – personal digital assistant – is just one of the features of Windows 10.

Windows 10 f

Every Windows app you’ll need is available at Microsoft Store.

Sunday, January 11, 2015

Strong Password

There’s an upcoming movie called “Black Hat” starring Chris Hemsworth and it will be all about hacking, cyber crime and crippling the international banking system. It’s very relevant to us since we’re part (and working) in the digital world.

As a way of promoting the movie, they released this very informational guide on how to create a Strong Password. I hope everyone has one.

Strong Passwords