Operating Systems

HP takes its Z workstation family virtual

May 6, 2014 Mark Cox Comments Off

At Citrix’s Synergy event, HP unveils the first of its Z family designed for remote access, part of a push to move workstations to the data centre.

End of Windows XP aiding PC sales

April 10, 2014 Larry Walsh (Channelnomics) Comments Off

Windows XP is doing what Windows 8 couldn’t. Reports indicate adoption of new computers to businesses are slowing the decline in PC sales.

Post-XP disposal: It’s a dirty job and partners should do it

April 8, 2014 Chris Gonsalves (Channelnomics) Comments Off

In the wake of Windows XP upgrades, clients will be looking to solution providers to ensure their old computers are safely, securely and legally disposed of.

Surprise! Chromebook demand rising fast

April 2, 2014 Larry Walsh (Channelnomics) Comments Off

A new report confirms growing demand for Google Chromebooks, and says the Web-based devices on track to take a significant share from Microsoft and Apple.

Windows 8.1 market share barely inches up

March 4, 2014 Larry Walsh (Channelnomics) Comments Off

Microsoft is taking notice and reportedly ready for drastic measures to move the needle, including a free versions of Windows 8.1.

Windows 8.1 update brings some PC relief

February 3, 2014 Chris Gonsalves (Channelnomics) Comments Off

A series of leaked Windows screenshots making the rounds seems to indicate Redmond knows how to handle criticism and has made some changes accordingly.

Microsoft Appears Ready to Jettison Windows RT

November 27, 2013 Larry Walsh (Channelnomics) 1

Microsoft is sending strong signals that Windows RT, the version of the operating system for ARM processors, is nearing the end of its unremarkable run.