Archive for October, 2011

Microsoft Replaces the Start Menu in Windows 8

Monday, October 17th, 2011

Windows LogoNot too long ago, Microsoft released a developer’s build of Windows 8, and some people are upset because Microsoft implemented a new “Metro style” which, among other things, replaces the venerable Start menu with an apps page. The legacy of Steve Jobs is now making itself felt on the desktop. Also keep in mind that the developer’s build is a very preliminary look at what will appear in the final version of Windows 8, and you can currently configure the system to show the Start menu.

Link #1: http://www.techrepublic.com/…

Link #2: http://www.techrepublic.com/…

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Star Wars “Footprints”

Thursday, October 6th, 2011

Darth VaderYou may already be familiar with the “Footprints” poem, but some enterprising person created a version specific to Star Wars. And it’s really good.

Link: http://thinklings.org/…

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