Microsoft plans Windows update

Microsoft says it will update its Windows system this spring to address some of the gripes users have had when they use devices without touch capabilities.

Windows 8 and its 8.1 update were designed for a touch environment.

But some of the gesture commands do not translate well when using traditional mouse and keyboard controls.

Among other things, Microsoft will add search, power and settings buttons to the Start page, so that users do not have to figure out how to pull those functions like a sock drawer from the right.

There also will be ways to make it easier to close apps.

Microsoft will also update its Windows Phone system this spring for better corporate support and to allow for cheaper devices aimed at emerging markets.

The announcement came on Sunday ahead of the Mobile World Congress wireless show in Barcelona.

Source : Yahoo