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Microsoft unveils free Windows 8.1 update

SEATTLE (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp's forthcoming update to its personal computer operating system will be called Windows 8.1 and will be available later this year free to existing Windows 8 customers, the marketing chief for the Windows unit said on Tuesday. Full story

Microsoft Working on Major Update to Windows 8

Listening to customer feedback, the tech giant expects to roll out changes to its latest operating system later this year. Full story

Common Windows 8 gripes and possible solutions

Microsoft is preparing an update to Windows 8 for release later this year. It says the changes are designed to address complaints and confusion with the new operating system. Full story

Windows 8 hits 100 million sales, tweaks for mini-tablets in works

SEATTLE (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp has sold 100 million Windows 8 licenses in the six months since launch, roughly in line with the previous version, but wants to combat sputtering interest in its flagship software with a substantial update to make it easier to use, and compatible with smaller table Full story

Microsoft CFO to leave; profit, shares rise

SEATTLE (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp Chief Financial Officer Peter Klein is leaving at the end of June after 3-1/2 years in the post, as the world's biggest software company struggles with sharply declining personal computer sales and a lukewarm reception for the new Windows 8 operating system. Full story

Microsoft CFO exits, profit rises

SEATTLE (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp said on Thursday Chief Financial Officer Peter Klein was leaving the company, as it struggles with sharply declining personal computer sales and a lukewarm reception for its new Windows 8 operating system. Full story

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  Talking Numbers: Buy MSFT on Windows 8?

Will Windows 8 be a game-changer for Microsoft stock? Richard Ross, Auerbach Grayson, and Brent Hill, UBS, discuss.

  Windows 8 a Winner?

Discussing what Windows 8 means for Microsoft, with CNBC's Jon Fortt and John Abell, Reuters MediaFile columnist.

  Microsoft’s Windows 8 changes PC landscape

Tech giant Microsoft rolls out their new Windows 8 operating system, marking a big change for the PC industry. NBC’s Mark Barger reports.

  Windows 8 a Game-Changer?

Microsoft's new operating system Windows 8 could help bridge the gap between desktop and tablet computing for the company. CNBC's Herb Greenberg provides perspective.

  Monday's Market Rundown

The "Squawk on the Street" team report on the mornings market-moving stories, and what investors should be looking for, including the selloff in techs; Caterpillar's earnings and forecast; Microsoft's Windows 8 launch; and more.

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File of guests silhouetted at the launch event of Windows 8 operating system in New York
File of guests silhouetted at the launch event of Windows 8 operating system in New York

Guests are silhouetted at the launch event of Windows 8 operating system in New York, in this October 25, 2012 file photo. Microsoft Corp has sold 100 million Windows 8 licenses in the six months since launch, roughly in line with the previous version according to Reller who announced sales figures

Nokia CEO Stephen Elop introduces new Nokia phones with Microsoft's Windows 8 operating system at an event in New York
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File photo of Michael Dell Chairman and CEO of Dell Inc arriving for the launch event of Windows 8 operating system in New York
File photo of Michael Dell Chairman and CEO of Dell Inc arriving for the launch event of Windows 8 operating system in New York

Michael Dell Chairman and CEO of Dell Inc. arrives at the launch event of Windows 8 operating system in New York, in this October 25, 2012 file photo. The money that private equity firm Silver Lake could receive if its $24.4 billion deal with Michael Dell to take private the eponymous PC maker fall

Guests are silhouetted at the launch event of Windows 8 operating system in New York
Guests are silhouetted at the launch event of Windows 8 operating system in New York

Guests are silhouetted at the launch event of Windows 8 operating system in New York, October 25, 2012. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson