Recently, Microsoft acquired Yammer, a a cloud- based software and maker of ESN (Enterprise Social Networking). This has been a four weeks deal according to some sources and the deal has now been settled at a cost of US $ 1.2 Billon cash in hand. The good news is that the … [Read more...] about Yammer is now under Microsoft Households’ Umbrella
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Microsoft Teases Consumers with Microsoft Surface Tablet Intro
In the world of technology, there’s always something new and exciting happening. This Monday, was no exception. Microsoft had something new and exciting to announce and the announcement was no let down. The big news was the launch of a new tablet called Surface, a tablet that’s … [Read more...] about Microsoft Teases Consumers with Microsoft Surface Tablet Intro
How to Add Names to Safe Senders List in Microsoft Junk Email Filter
Microsoft Junk Email filter lets you control and protect your Inbox from unwanted spammy email. In my previous post, I discussed ways in which you can tighten spam control in Outlook 2010. In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to add names to Safe Senders List so that genuine … [Read more...] about How to Add Names to Safe Senders List in Microsoft Junk Email Filter
Microsoft Shows You How to Pick the Right Smartphone
With more phones adopting Windows OS, the Microsoft team has put together a cheat sheet showing you how to pick the right smartphone, running Windows of course, depending on how you plan to use the features of the smartphone. While most Windows phones feature awesome tech specs, … [Read more...] about Microsoft Shows You How to Pick the Right Smartphone
Microsoft Excel Web App Gets New Features and Updates
Windows Live SkyDrive is a useful platform for a number of reasons. You can store, send, and share your documents, photos, and videos with others. What works great for me is the fact that I can upload and share Microsoft Office documents with users who don't have Microsoft … [Read more...] about Microsoft Excel Web App Gets New Features and Updates
Excel 2010: How to Match Two Lists of Items in Microsoft Excel
This is a guest post written by Yoav Ezer. If you would like to write for theapptimes, check our Guest blogging guidelines. When you work with Microsoft Excel for long enough inevitably you will be presented with two lists of items that you need to work with or match. Everything … [Read more...] about Excel 2010: How to Match Two Lists of Items in Microsoft Excel
How to Create Holiday Gift Boxes Using Microsoft Publisher
Microsoft is out with yet another awesome holiday idea; creating personalized holiday gift boxes to hold small gifts like chocolates, pendants, earrings and more. You could also make these gift boxes when you plan to hold a party and give away mementos to all your guests. In this … [Read more...] about How to Create Holiday Gift Boxes Using Microsoft Publisher
How to: Create Your Own Photo Calendar Using Microsoft Publisher 2010
Creating and designing a personalized photo calendar for your desk, or for a school project, or as a gift for the holiday season can be done quickly and easily using Microsoft Publisher 2010. In this Office 2010 tutorial, you will learn how to create your own photo calendar. How … [Read more...] about How to: Create Your Own Photo Calendar Using Microsoft Publisher 2010