''Every other Windows release - makes for things better - Skip Nine to avoid | Every other Windows release - falls short of expectations | So TakeTen '' DoingStuff.DonaldNoyes.20141002 ---- * A new operating system, which Microsoft is targeting for release by mid-2015, aims to correct many of the most criticized features of the Windows 8 desktop mode—the one most business users are familiar with. The colorful touch-oriented interface, which Microsoft calls the Modern UI, still exists, but didn't get much attention today. Microsoft promises more events at which it will talk about other WindowsTen features. * An Independent Forum, originally to be for WindowsNine, now dealing with WindowsTen *** http://www.tenforums.com/ * Microsoft Info ** Windows Insider Program ** ''With the Windows Insider Program, you’ll get all the latest Windows preview builds as soon as they’re available. This means you’ll be one of the first to experience the new ideas and concepts we’re building. In return, we want to know what you think. You’ll get an easy-to-use app to give us your feedback, which will help guide us along the way. This program is designed exclusively for people who want be involved in the process. So if you want to help us build the best Windows yet, we want you to join us.'' ** ''Yesterday, we began an exciting new chapter in the Windows story with the announcement of Windows 10 and what it means for our enterprise customers. As part of our new approach to building and delivering Windows 10 to customers, we want to make sure we get feedback in real-time as the development process is ongoing. We’re kicking this off today with the launch of the Windows Insider Program. If you’re comfortable with using pre-release software, you can join the Windows Insider Program today to download the Windows 10 Technical Preview and try out features like the new Start menu, multiple desktops, snap enhancements, and others.'' *** http://insider.windows.com/ ** Why not 9? Here is a reason circulating: *** http://www.tenforums.com/windows-10-news/1983-how-windows-10-may-have-gotten-its-name.html ---- Related: * WindowsSeven * WindowsEight * WindowsNine ---- CategoryMicrosoft