| Microsoft reveals the fourth version of Windows 8: Enterprise Apr 19th 2012, 16:25  We're sure some of you aren't as interested in the Windows 8 versions destined for workplace drudgery as you are the home editions, but admit it, the IT guy inside of you is a little curious. As detailed in an official blog post, the new unique feature in Windows 8 Enterprise is Windows To Go, which we think of as Windows on a stick. Basically it allows you to run your corporate image on a home PC or other personal devices -- the opposite of that USB disk you carry to work with portable versions of your favorite unsanctioned apps. Also new is the ability to automatically sideload internal Metro apps as well as enhancements to the virtual desktop client. Of course Windows 7 Enterprise features like DirectAccess, BranchCache and AppLocker are still there, but some features like BitLocker are now available in the Pro version of Windows 8 too. If you were thinking you might like these at home, don't forget that Enterprise is only sold with Software Assurance (Microsoft's perpetual upgrade program), but that does bring extra abilities too, like a free Virtual Desktop Access license -- you didn't think you got that for free did you -- and the optional Companion Device license that extends your VDI and Windows To Go rights to four more personal devices. Now, if it just included the ability to boot directly to the desktop, then most corporation's biggest concern with Windows 8 would be appeased. Microsoft reveals the fourth version of Windows 8: Enterprise originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:25:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Windows Team Blog | Email this | Comments | | Sony patent application aims to put names to faceless MMO players, organize real-world meetups Apr 19th 2012, 15:57  Dear MMO players, Sony's getting worried about your indoor tan. Really. The electronics giant's even gone so far as to file a patent application to get you out of your parent's basement and into the great outdoors. Alright, so the move isn't altogether altruistic -- it's more of a means to a promotional end -- but from the looks of this USPTO doc, the company's outlined a method to create a program that would encourage gamers to head into the daylight for organized events where everyone knows your online name. Of course, there'd be rewards and other incentives (trophies, perhaps?) on hand to coax you out of that Snuggie and help foster a sense of community. Not to worry, though, Bunim / Murray haven't got their MTV-friendly reality cams targeted on this concept, yet. Sony patent application aims to put names to faceless MMO players, organize real-world meetups originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:57:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | USPTO | Email this | Comments | | Nokia Lumia 610 headed to the (Pacific) 'Ring of Fire' in coming months for €189 Apr 19th 2012, 15:02  The Lumia 610 is a colorful thing,
going on sale, in the Firery Ring.
Bound by tepid desire,
it's about to launch in the Ring of Fire. It's about to launch in the burning Ring of Fire.
Sales are down, down, down,
and the burning platform feels higher.
But it's going on sale, sale, sale,
in the the Ring of Fire.
And also China. The full press release is after the break. Continue reading Nokia Lumia 610 headed to the (Pacific) 'Ring of Fire' in coming months for €189 Nokia Lumia 610 headed to the (Pacific) 'Ring of Fire' in coming months for €189 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | | Email this | Comments | |
