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Posts tagged #windows

posts 7 years 2 tag windows
[ 2010 ]
02 · posts
2010-04-05

Addendum to my last post

Mr. Tevanian, the lead architect of Mac OS X, reflects on whether Microsoft could revamp Windows as Apple did. He expresses skepticism about Microsoft's capability, suggesting that the change was essential for Apple's survival. This insight highlights the challenges companies face when considering major overhauls of their operating systems.

2010-03-10

A new Windows? Please supplant the old one.

John Gruber discusses potential futures for Windows, highlighting the idea of launching two parallel operating systems: a new, streamlined version and the existing Classic version. He critiques the adoption challenges posed by varying user demographics, arguing that the new version may lack sufficient developer interest and user transition unless Microsoft implements strategies like virtual machine support for legacy applications.

[ 2008 ]
05 · posts
2008-09-24

Quoted from http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20080923-study-confirms-users-are-idiots.html

Quoted from http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20080923-study-confirms-users-are-idiots.html

2008-09-24

Most users are idiots

A study reveals that users often disregard warnings in Windows dialogs due to over-familiarity, leading to increased susceptibility to security threats such as viruses and phishing. This tendency highlights a significant gap in user awareness and understanding, particularly among those lacking technical knowledge.

2008-08-27

Quoted from http://www.tuaw.com/2008/08/26/winmo-mag-suspends-publication-will-publish-iphone-life/

Quoted from http://www.tuaw.com/2008/08/26/winmo-mag-suspends-publication-will-publish-iphone-life/

2008-07-09

Quoted from http://linux.slashdot.org/article.pl?sid=08/07/09/1227225&from=rss

Quoted from http://linux.slashdot.org/article.pl?sid=08/07/09/1227225&from=rss

2008-07-07

Quoted from http://software.silicon.com/applications/0,39024653,39255646,00.htm

Quoted from http://software.silicon.com/applications/0,39024653,39255646,00.htm