SAMPLE REVIEW: Microsoft promises major Windows 8 app improvements before Oct 26 launch (Article Review #2)

SAMPLE REVIEW: Microsoft promises major Windows 8 app improvements before Oct 26 launch (Article Review #2)

Assignment Number:
Article Review #2

Article Title 
"Microsoft promises major Windows 8 app improvements before Oct 26 launch"

Article Author

Joel Hruska 

Article Publication Date

October 5, 2012

URL of Original Article

 http://www.extremetech.com/computing/137469-microsoft-promises-major-windows-8-app-improvements-before-oct-26-launch

Article Summary

Microsoft is aware of some of the concerns that Windows 8 adopters might encounter; for instance, the deficiencies that mail client has; this lacks support for POP AND IMAP.  Microsoft is promising to provide a nuer of updates before the launch day (Oct-26) to improve usability.

Relevance to the Class

Technology keeps changing everyday and competition is getting harder. The top priority of all companies is provide the best service to the user and to build brand loyalty. It is crucial to plan ahead, organize, and  make sure that the user wont experience any difficulty while using the service.

Key Quote

"Microsoft has taken some flak for the purported condition of Windows 8 in recent weeks...team indirectly addresses some of the concerns ...by promising a number of updates will be delivered between now and launch day."