Finally, Microsoft comes clean about the failure of Vista and detail their plans for the new features to be released under Windows 7.

Windows XP will pass another milestone on the road to retirement next week when Microsoft withdraws mainstream support for the operating system..

Microsoft has published an updated version of Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista, according to reports. The update is expected to be the last build before the Release Candidate and the final code are made available.

Microsoft's Windows 7 is nearing release, and IT vendors are turning to the problems customers will face when migrating to the new platform, especially the large volume of users still running Windows XP.

Microsoft has announced full availability of Windows Live Movie Maker, the latest version of its video editing software for Windows PCs.

Free 'Morro' service to replace Windows Live OneCare in 2009.

New OS enables efficiency savings, but Microsoft declines to simplify licensing.

Office 14, the next version of Microsoft's productivity suite, will feature lightweight web versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote that can be accessed from a browser, Microsoft said..

Parallels is making Windows applications on the Mac an even more seamless experience with the release of Desktop 5 for Mac, which adds support for Windows 7 and a new Crystal view mode that gives Windows applications a more Mac-like appearance.

A look at some of the new features in Microsoft's upcoming operating system.

Microsoft's Security Essentials is officially available from today, offering free protection against malware for any PC user with a valid copy of Windows from XP Service Pack 2 onwards.

Microsoft is preparing Windows 7 for release to manufacturing (RTM), according to reports, suggesting that the software is effectively finished and ready to be delivered to PC vendors..

Microsoft has made available the beta version of its forthcoming Security Essentials tool, designed to protect consumers against malware and other threats..

Virtualisation tool will help small firms migrate to next-gen Microsoft OS.

No more beta releases for the next version of Windows.

New AMD mobile chip could give Intel Atom a run for your money, if you're thinking of a mini notebook.

Pre-beta of Windows 7 for attendees of PDC and WinHEC.

Windows 7 RC arrives along with beta of XP application compatibility tool.

Microsoft has officially released Internet Explorer 8 (IE8), the latest version of its web browser, adding improved compliance with web standards, greater security features and improved performance.