After years of complaints about Microsoft’s internet browser never getting updated, the software giant from Redmond has announced that Internet Explorer (IE) will be quietly updated via auto-updates.

REDMOND, Wash., April 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- There is a sense of relief when a cruel joke is quickly followed by a wisecracking "April Fools!" But when consumers fall victim to software piracy, you can be sure a pirate won't relieve their misery with humor.

REDMOND, Wash., Dec. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Microsoft Corp. today announced a surge of voluntary reports -- more than 150,000 in the past two years -- from people who unknowingly purchased counterfeit software that was often riddled with viruses or malware.

Microsoft Corp announced on Thursday that the cost of its new Windows 7 operating system will be 8 percent less than Vista, and that those who purchase a PC before the new system hits stores in October will be offered a free upgrade.

Microsoft and authorities of the Chinese city of Hangzhou announced a partnership on Friday that the software giant hopes other cities will take note of.