OneNote Now Free For Mac And Windows

Microsoft is diversifying on OneNote support to give rivals better competition, the main among these being Evernote. The latter is a hugely popular note taking and archiving application, which is the hitherto favorite in the scene. Both programs provide functionalities that let the user organize their work by grouping together their ideas, web pages, and documents.

OneNote is available for the Mac platform now, and you can download it from the Mac App Store. Before this, Mac users were denied the use of this application, which was confined only to Windows, Windows 8, Windows Phone, iPad, iPhone, and Android devices. The newly released version for Mac is set to sync automatically with Microsoft’s own OneDrive cloud storage.

For Windows desktop users, there is a free version of the OneNote app available for download from the main website. Free versions were previously restricted to portable versions of the Windows OS and the web, and even then, consumers had to pay to avail the service, which was only available as part of the MS Office suite.

The newer version for desktops comes as a stripped down adaptation of the previous paid app, with a noticeable aspect being that it lacks Microsoft support SharePoint. There is also no version history feature, or integration with Outlook. Only a paid upgrade gets you these features, but then, the free version is ad-free, and with no limits to other functionalities.

Microsoft also launched the OneNote service for third party developers, essentially providing an interface for programming applications on the cloud. This service brings in new features like OneNote Clipper, using which you can save web pages to OneNote while surfing. Users also get a me@onenote.com email provision to allow sending notes to the service, and Office Lens, Microsoft’s OCR service, for photographing documents using Windows Phone and saving them to OneNote.

What’s on the works right now is an update to the current OneNote for Windows 8. This is slated to be part of their “Gemini” suite of Office apps. Microsoft is also expected to come up with an update to OneNote for iPad, when they bring out Office for the device. It goes by the name Miramar, and will probably be launched before Gemini. The saving of documents on the latter will likely be on OneDrive by default, with the option to save locally instead.

That was on Microsoft’s new OneNote service for Mac and Windows. For more stories on OneNote, check our latest posts or call the Microsoft support number for assistance.

Chromebooks Slow Down PC Market Sales

In the second quarter of 2014, there was an appreciable spike in sales of PC due to the jump to newer upgraded computers ever since the support for Window XP has ended in April.

However, PC shipments worldwide totaled 74.4 million, which is a 1.7 percent decline in the sale of PC in the same quarter a year ago, according to the statements released by IDC on Wednesday. Back in May, IDC had predicted a decline of 7.1 percent for the second quarter. However, contrary to the predictions by the research firms, the predicted decline until 2018 was found to be completely false. This decline was based on the development of mobile technology industry that is fast taking the place of PC systems. Moreover, according to the research agency, Windows 7 operating system is supposedly winning in the race between Windows 7 vs Windows 8.

Jay Chou, senior research analyst at IDC said, “With the fact that we're seeing a good second quarter, that obviously means we're going to revise our short-term outlook.” Users seem to have understood that although Mobile devices are useful, they are by no means a replacement to the computer yet. However, more time and a couple of strong shipment numbers are needed to conclusively prove that the PC market is actually rebounding, as the expert in future computing, Chou explained.

A lot of this growth can be explained owing to the enterprise expansion from old PCs running Windows XP, which has lost its support from Microsoft. As a result of this, users are resorting to upgrading to PCs with Windows 7 or Windows 8, either online or using the installation disk.

Chromebook, the light powered notebooks that run Google’s Chrome Operating System which is based on a Linux kernel, receive an unprecedented boost after the end-of-support date for Windows XP. Home users, who have very basic needs that limit to browsing the internet and playing media, opted for this low cost alternative. Moreover, the lightweight design and the good battery life also attracted a lot of customers into buying this system. In the race between Windows 7 vs Windows 8, it seems Chromebooks have eaten a major chunk of the pie.

Leading PC makers Lenovo, Hewlett-Packard and Dell had reasons to rejoice because of the end-of-support since they recorded double-digit growth in worldwide PC shipments during the second quarter of 2014. Among this list, Acer was the only PC maker to tumble down the list of the top five PCs, listing a decline of 2.5 percent to 6.12 million units.

About Microsoft ERP Software Solutions

Most firms use Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software solutions these days to manage their business operations in an efficient manner. These software applications will have all the necessary modules for running different business operations in various departments. Over the years, big tech firms such as Microsoft has emerged as big players in this sector, and many new programs are launched in the market frequently.

Microsoft ERP software

Microsoft releases their range of ERP software under the brand name Microsoft Dynamics. You can see a list of their Microsoft Dynamics products at the Microsoft support page. The suite includes Customer Relationship Management (CRM) applications as well as inventory management programs, specifically designed to make the entire process of an organization smoother.

Microsoft Dynamics CRM is one of the best CRM software programs available in the market today. Microsoft released a new version last year, which added more cloud support to this software. This application can be used for streaming the sales, marketing, and customer support departments in your firm, linking them efficiently, so that the customer needs are taken care of in the shortest time possible. The up-to-date database connected to the organization network will provide accurate customer data, which can be used for making important business decisions.

Their Microsoft Dynamics AX application is particularly designed for multinational organizations. The expression AX here refers to Axapta, which was the name for this application initially. This software comes with support for multiple currencies and languages. This will help in the smooth running of a multinational organization that has to deal with customer details and other businesses that involve foreign currency or language. Microsoft Dynamics AX comes with all the necessary conversion and translation tools to deal with such data.

Microsoft Dynamics GP is yet another productivity application from the tech giant. This software is designed for managing accounting functions, taking care of the supply chain functions, etc. in big and small organizations. GP here stands for Great Plains Software, a team that was the original makers of this application.

All these applications are designed to work smoothly with other Microsoft Office and Enterprise applications as well as their online cloud services. In fact, you will get a certain amount of free online cloud storage space on Microsoft OneDrive, with the purchase of any of these applications.

These are just some of the ERP software solutions from Microsoft. For more details about their latest ERP products, visit the Microsoft support page today.

Necessity Of Windows 7 Accessory Upgrade

The most successful operating system that Microsoft has ever produced in its history is the Windows 7 OS and it is blessed with some rich functions and features. It is because of this reason that it is still being used by many people and holds the highest percentage of market share in the computer market. Windows 7 contains some accessories, which provide certain functions that will help a customer in many ways. Now, let’s see why we suggest that you go for the Windows 7 accessory upgrade.

Windows 7 calculator

• The calculator included in the Windows 7 operating system has some great features. In fact, Microsoft has cleverly designed the keyboard that helps the user to easily read. 
• A multi-line display is included, which will provide the option to check out the history of the things that you have entered in the Windows 7 calculator. 
• There is a variety of modes included, helping the users to do more complex calculations. You will find simple mode, statistics mode, scientific mode and a programmer’s code. 
• Reading long numbers is made easy by including the feature labeled Digit Grouping. 
• When these special functions are enabled, then the additional pane on the right part of the calculator will display additional features and functionalities.

These functions make the Windows 7 calculator a must have tool and Microsoft is on its way to include a financial calculator, which will make the calculator even more efficient.

Windows 7 Microsoft Paint

Windows 7 has seen a major update in Microsoft Paint. It resembles the look of Microsoft Office, has modern ribbon design, and features more functionality. You can choose many brushstrokes and the text functions used are more powerful. It is a small handy graphics tool if you keep various lines and shapes as objects and is useful for screen capturing, annotating images and drawings. These features are sure to tempt you use the new Paint app.

Windows 7 WordPad

The new upgrade features a ribbon interface giving it a modern appearance. Some new functions were added that include direct integration with Paint and features for inserting images. Moreover, it has much more options for formatting including tables and styles.

These are some of the new features of the Windows 7 accessory upgrade. For more news and information regarding this, contact our Windows 7 help team. The Windows 7 help team will be able to solve all your concerns regarding the Windows 7 operating system.

Configuring Network Connections In Windows XP

Even though Microsoft had ended the support provided for the once most popular operating system Windows XP, it is still one of the most popular operating systems in use. If you take a close look at the statistics, you will be surprised to know that the even after the end of support, Windows XP is still more in numbers that the latest operating systems, Windows 8 and 8.1 combined. Since you will not be getting any support from Microsoft for your troubles with Windows XP operating system, you will be searching for Windows XP help and DIY instructions for fixing the issues with the system. Here we discuss how to configure a network connection in the Windows XP operating system.

Instructions

• Open the Start menu by pressing the Windows key found in the keyboard, if the key does not function, click on the Start menu button found at the left bottom corner of the desktop to launch it.
• Click on the Control Panel button found in the Start menu to open the Control Panel window. When the Control Panel window appears on the screen, click on the Network Connections icon found in it for viewing details about networks.
• You will be able to see all the available connections in the page that appears on the screen now. Right click on the connection that you would like to configure and then select the option labeled Properties from the context menu that appears on the screen.
• Windows XP help centre suggests that you click on the Configure option for configuring or changing network adapter settings. Now a new window will appear on the screen, the options on the screen will let you configure the network adapter easily. The main tabs found in this section are, General, Advanced, Driver, Resources, Power Management.
• If you wish to configure the IP settings of the network, double click on the option labeled as Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) found under the General tab in the window. The system will now provide you with four options, Obtain an IP Address Automatically, Use the Following IP Address, Obtain DNS Server Address Automatically, Use the Following DNS Server Addresses.
• If you select the first option, the system will obtain IP address automatically from the network, whereas if you select the second option you can set the IP address manually. While selecting the third option sets the DNS servers automatically, selecting the fourth option allows you to set DNS servers manually. 

If you follow the simple instructions given above, you would be able to configure network connections in Windows XP with ease. 

The Xbox One Party Chat, System Update Options Improved In Patch

The first Xbox console was released back in the year 2001, which was its first invasion into the gaming console market. The latest releases include Xbox One, Xbox Live service and Xbox 360. An online service is available called the Xbox Live online gaming service that enables users to sign in and play Xbox games online that is available only with a broadband internet connection. Microsoft chat support is available for all kinds of issues with the Xbox.

Recently, Microsoft made a small tweak to some of the Xbox One OS features through a patch; this announcement was made in one of the Xbox One preview programme. The party chat lets you form a group with your friends and chat with them through your Xbox One. This is available only with users who have an existing Xbox Live Gold membership. It is also necessary that the users should sign in to the account with the game tag associated with that membership.

With the Update Version-1405, the ‘Get System Update’ button will be greyed-out when the patch is not available along with a message that says ‘Update Console’, in case the software system is not updated.

Another issue that was addressed is the party chat. The party chat is muted when you forget to snap the app along with another app. In this case, the Game DVR clips might be recorded without sound.

This is the second update to the firmware rolled out for the new console. This shows that Microsoft is working with great commitment to speed up the pace of the updates. Usually the fixes released are one huge one in a month. Nevertheless, if Microsoft picks you from the list of users, who have opted for the Xbox One preview programme, then you will get updates in smaller sets of fixes on a regular basis.

The latest features for the next big patch would be released very soon. Some Microsoft fans have put up repeated requests on putting up centers that can pre-load and install games well in advance to the release date. This will be convenient to all the gamers to play the latest games even before the street date hits.

The Microsoft chat support allows the users to get help or resolve issues with the Xbox Live online gaming services. You can contact them if you have any issues with the Xbox One updates.