Articles from 2009
Browse all Windows news articles published in 2009
Fake Microsoft Update Emails Spreading Malware: How to Spot and Avoid Them
Cybercriminals are exploiting users' trust in Microsoft by circulating fake Windows update emails that deliver malware. These sophisticated phishing campaigns mimic legitimate Patch Tuesday...
Microsoft Expands Global Antipiracy Efforts Across 70 Countries to Protect Consumers and Businesses
Microsoft has launched an ambitious new antipiracy initiative targeting 70 countries worldwide, marking one of the company's most extensive enforcement campaigns against counterfeit software. The...
Why Linux Creator Linus Torvalds is Praising Windows 7 in 2023
In a surprising turn of events, Linux creator Linus Torvalds recently made headlines for his unexpected praise of Windows 7 during a visit to Tokyo's Yodobashi electronics store. The open-source...
Windows 7 Family Pack Supplies Dwindle as Microsoft Phases Out Popular Offer
Microsoft's Windows 7 Family Pack, once a cost-effective solution for multi-PC households, is becoming increasingly difficult to find as supplies run low across retail and online channels. This...
Google Public DNS: The Complete Guide to Faster, More Secure Browsing on Windows
Google Public DNS is one of the most popular free Domain Name System (DNS) services available today, offering improved speed, security, and reliability for Windows users worldwide. As an alternative...
How Pirates Innovated Windows 7 Distribution in the Chinese Market
The launch of Windows 7 in 2009 marked a turning point for Microsoft, not just for its improved user experience but also for the unexpected innovation it spurred in software piracy, particularly in...