Microsoft has long viewed the software world through Windows. Now, it's hoping to prove that it understands the growing popularity of Web technologies beyond its own operating system.
Should the IT industry follow the path being set by Google and Sun Microsystems, Microsoft will be able to adjust its business model to stay relevant, according to the software giant's platform strategy manager.
Microsoft released on Tuesday a preview version of new tools intended to make it easier for companies to create custom Web applications.
Microsoft is urging Web designers to take more responsibility for content filtering, after forming a partnership with ICRA (the Internet Content Rating Association).
Microsoft plans to start shipping a new set-top box next week, and it's not your grandmother's WebTV.
Blogs consisting solely of bullet points seem to be popular these days, if Guy Kawasaki's rather lazy blog is anything to go by. This morning, Microsoft's Don Dodge detailed venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins' list of seven rules for software startups, as told by KP partner Ajit Nazre at a recent conference.
Search giant's expanding roster of Windows-free Web services may be a factor in the shuffle. Software on demand is an issue too.
Allowing Web clients to access a database is a delicate matter that should not be attempted lightly or without careful consideration.
special report The two Web services standards are now settling into their respective roles and the reasons for choosing one over the other are becoming clearer.
Microsoft this summer will lay out a plan to make its .Net Passport authentication service more Web services-friendly.
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