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Microsoft’s Windows 11 operating system targets Apple’s business model
Venture Beast
JUNE 25, 2021
Windows 11 includes a new Windows Store that will let developers use their own in-app payment systems and pay no commissions to Microsoft. Read More.
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Future of the server operating system
Computer Weekly
NOVEMBER 28, 2016
We look at the evolution of the server operating system, and how the next generation is moving into the cloud
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Vergecast: This week in operating systems
The Verge
JUNE 4, 2021
This week, The Vergecast dedicates the show to operating systems — updates, releases, and rumors from this past week. and the debut of some new systems like Huawei’s HarmonyOS and Google’s Fuchsia OS.
Google wants you to help build its Fuchsia operating system
Venture Beast
DECEMBER 8, 2020
Google today announced that Fuchsia, its open-source operating system is welcoming contributions from the public. The company is expanding Fuchsia’s open source model to make it easier for public engagement.
Microsoft acquires Express Logic for its real-time internet of things operating system
CTOvision
APRIL 22, 2019
Microsoft today announced that it’s acquired Express Logic, a 23-year-old San Diego, California-based developer of real-time operating systems (RTOS) for the internet of things (IoT) and edge devices powered by microcontroller units (MCUs), for an undisclosed amount.
GE unveils the industrial internet operating system
Computer Weekly
JUNE 14, 2016
The GE Predix platform is now positioned as an operating system to run industrial machines more efficiently
The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 7
IT Toolbox
SEPTEMBER 13, 2017
The fileservers were usually high-performance PCs running under some operating system that allows multiple activities to take place concurrently. Two approaches have been taken by NOS manufacturers
The Importance of Compatibility: Microsoft Shifting to Single Operating System
CTOvision
JULY 25, 2014
We love technology trends at CTO Vision. Trends like user empowerment, the convergence of the cyber and physical worlds, enhanced cloud computing, advances in managing big data, and a persistent environment of cyber insecurity shape the present and future of technology in complex and consequential ways. One little discussed trend is the tendency of today’s tech companies to develop products that function better with each other than without – in other w. To read more please log in. Login.
'Introducing macOS Redmond;' a Microsoft-designed operating system for Macs
TechSpot
MAY 24, 2021
What if Mircosoft designed macOS? A YouTuber who goes by Avdan asked that question and created a satirical look, showcasing some of the features he thinks it would have (video above
The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 6
IT Toolbox
AUGUST 30, 2017
In 1987 it was said, "throughout the 1990s we should anticipate that there will be a growth in 802.3 Ethernet) and 802.5 Token Ring) LANs resulting in the capture of a much larger market share." These conclusions were largely based on assumptions, at the time, that growth in the marketplace will come largely in LANs based on international standards
The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 3
IT Toolbox
AUGUST 22, 2017
Even though the earliest LANs were of this genre, by 1989 it appeared that they were on the way out. By 1992, however, new life had been breathed into peer-to-peer networking by both Novell and Microsoft, along with the popularity of Artisoft's LANtastic. We will take a close look at peer-to-peer LANs at a deeper level in some future posts
The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 10
IT Toolbox
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
In the past, if we wished to attach some other random LAN to this system, we typically needed a gateway to perform protocol conversion from whatever the LAN was using (assuming that it was not running the same DECnet protocol) to the DECnet protocols
The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 9
IT Toolbox
SEPTEMBER 23, 2017
In the early 1990s, there seemed to have been some convergence on the use of 802.2 (LLC) LLC) and 802.3/802.5 Mac sub-layers as the basic Physical and Data Link Layer technology. Every major manufacturer provided this alternative, and over time it became a common methodology employed
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The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 8
IT Toolbox
SEPTEMBER 23, 2017
In addition to the network architectures mentioned above, other protocol or protocol-like issues were of great importance
Windows 10 21H1 OS Version Appears Wrong 10.0.19041.928 in SCCM Console Operating Systems Node | ConfigMgr
Anoop
MAY 24, 2021
The post Windows 10 21H1 OS Version Appears Wrong 10.0.19041.928 in SCCM Console Operating Systems Node | ConfigMgr appeared first on HTMD Blog by Anoop C Nair. Subscribe YouTube Channel [link]. and Facebook Page to get latest updates. link]. Read More.
The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 12
IT Toolbox
SEPTEMBER 27, 2017
the network system calls then provided under interrupt 21H gave all suppliers of network software the capability to standardize at least some of the access to LAN hardware. When DOS was extended in Version 3.1, Most manufacturers of LAN software had announced or implemented support of NETBIOS for IBM LANs
The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 11
IT Toolbox
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
The NETwork Basic Input Output System (NET-BIOS) was introduced at the same time IBM announced the PC Network in 1984. The network microcode was the foundation for program control of the IBM LANs; it resides in ROM on the Adapter Card, on diskette, or on the PC's motherboard
The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 5
IT Toolbox
AUGUST 28, 2017
In general, pipes are software developers' tools for easily creating communications routines in software without having to explicitly control and issue commands to the communications hardware
The LAN: A History Network Operating Systems Part 1
IT Toolbox
AUGUST 7, 2017
Under the best of circumstances, the end-user should not even know that a network exists. If he wishes to do something simple, like copy a file from one place to another, it should be possible to use something like the old MS/DOS copy command and simply type: COPY c:mydata.dat p:yourdata.dat.
The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 2
IT Toolbox
AUGUST 19, 2017
Before proceeding further, a brief comment on the use of the terms "proprietary" and "open system" is probably in order
Defining the New Data Center Operating System
Data Center Knowledge
AUGUST 16, 2013
The abstraction of the hardware layer within the data center means we are able to utilize new types of controls around our data center. New technologies are being deployed within the data center at a very fast pace. Bill Kleyman looks at how the future data center environment will be managed. Featured Big data cloud data center control data center management DCOS IO Virtualization
The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 4
IT Toolbox
AUGUST 23, 2017
The approaches to integrated networking implemented by Banyan and Novell are difficult to match to the OSI model as well. The architectures presented in this series of posts were changing rapidly during the times that these platforms were in use, so they often differed from what you actually bought in a given product release
Microsoft unveils Windows 11, integrating Teams directly into flagship operating system
GeekWire
JUNE 24, 2021
Microsoft revealed the next version of its PC operating system , Windows 11, with a softer, translucent appearance and updated features focused on improving productivity across multiple devices, leveraging the company’s cloud services. Windows 11 with its centered Start menu.
Apple released patches for all its operating systems today to squash an actively exploited WebKit flaw
TechSpot
MAY 4, 2021
Last week Apple finally pushed out iOS 14.5, watchOS 7.4, and macOS 11.3. They bought some convenient new features, like enabling Face ID to work while wearing a face mask. However, it seems there was a pesky vulnerability that came along for the ride. Today, Apple released a patch for
Big Data - Extracting and Loading from Operational Systems
IT Toolbox
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
In today’s IT world big data applications are common. We have evolved some standard responses to the needs for these applications. One common reaction is that big data requires a “scaling up”: more CPUs, more memory, more resources. Another theme is the availability of special-purpose hardware and software for storing and analyzing big data. However, big
Everything You'll Lose From Windows 10 When You Upgrade to Windows 11
GizModo VR
JULY 26, 2021
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Mesosphere Intros SDK for Data Center Operating System
Data Center Knowledge
JULY 16, 2015
Wants to enable developers to write distributed apps without distributed-infrastructure expertise Read More. Infrastructure Technology
What to Do if Your Old Device Can't Run a New Apple Operating System
GizModo VR
JUNE 24, 2020
Apple’s annual operating system updates are always a cause for geeky celebration, but some of you have less reason to be thrilled. If your beloved, older Apple devices have faded into obsolescence, this annual ritual can feel like a grim reminder that this is it for you.
The Battle for Mobile Operating System Supremacy
The Investing Edge
AUGUST 8, 2013
While Microsoft designed MS-DOS to work as an open system that could run on multiple computers, Apple was limited by the closed design of the Macintosh system. Those who fail to learn history are doomed to repeat it… Given that Apple’s blockbuster introduction of the iPhone six years ago effectively created the smartphone market, it’s astonishing that Android today reigns supreme. Within the U.S.,
Back-to-Basics Weekend Reading - Virtualizing Operating Systems.
All Things Distributed
JULY 20, 2012
Werner Vogels weblog on building scalable and robust distributed systems. Back-to-Basics Weekend Reading - Virtualizing Operating Systems. This weekends back-to-basics reading is on operating system virtualization. There are two papers that deserve the "classic" tag as they both form the basis for operating system virtualization that is in production today. All Things Distributed.
Reset Windows 10 1803 Fix Operating System Related Issues
Anoop
MAY 23, 2018
The post Reset Windows 10 1803 Fix Operating System Related Issues appeared first on SCCM Intune Real World Enterprise Experience Blog by Anoop C Nair. Windows 10 1803 comes with an option to reinstall the OS with or without removing the personal files from the device. I would recommend keeping all the personal files in the cloud storage instead of the local hard disk of the machine. There could be many reasons to reset or reinstall or rebuild windows 10 […].
Microsoft Viva Disrupts Today’s EX Operating System
Forrester's Customer Insights
MARCH 22, 2021
We believe the solution will significantly shape the EX technology landscape as the EX operating system. In February, Microsoft announced Viva, its platform for employee experience (EX). Microsoft is making progress toward several important aspects of EX with this announcement, but most importantly: Bring together non-survey and survey-based sources of data about EX. This will […]. Age of the Customer CIO insights employee experience
CoreOS Launches First Stable Release of Its Web-Scale Operating System
Data Center Knowledge
JULY 28, 2014
Release includes Docker, support by major cloud providers, commercial support. Read More. Blades Infrastructure
TechNet Radio: (Part 8) Hyper-V from a VMware Admin’s Perspective - Supported Guest Operating Systems
IT Pros Rock!
MAY 2, 2014
In this installment of our "Hyper-V from a VMware admin's perspective" series, Keith Mayer and Andy Syrewicze discuss support for guest operating systems in Hyper-V. Tune in as they go in depth on supported server and client operating systems as well demo for us how Linux is supported in Hyper-V. [ 5:08 ] What does “supported” mean in terms of Guest Operating Systems on Hyper-V? [
Microsoft stakes out claim with Windows 11 on future of hybrid work
Venture Beast
JULY 5, 2021
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YouTube Will Roll Out Picture-in-Picture Support to iOS Users Starting with Premium Subscribers
GizModo VR
JUNE 18, 2021
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Windows 11 Is the Overhaul Microsoft Needed
GizModo VR
JUNE 24, 2021
Today Microsoft announced the next big chapter for its ubiquitous operating system: Windows 11 is here, and while there’s some awkwardness to work out (specifically in the way Microsoft is handling Android app integration), Windows 11 feels like the big facelift Microsoft really needed.
What to Expect From Microsoft's Windows 11 Event
GizModo VR
JUNE 17, 2021
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Too Bad, Zuck: Just 4% of U.S. iPhone Users Let Apps Track Them After iOS Update
GizModo VR
MAY 7, 2021
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Of Course You Can Run Windows 11 on an Old Windows Phone
GizModo VR
JULY 1, 2021
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Windows 11 Leaks Indicate a Dramatic New Look Is Coming Soon
GizModo VR
JUNE 15, 2021
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Windows Users, It’s Time to Prepare for the End of 10
GizModo VR
JUNE 14, 2021
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iOS 15 Will Reportedly Bring Big Changes to Notifications and the iPad Home Screen
GizModo VR
APRIL 22, 2021
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