Windows 8 mastermind is out
CEO Steve Ballmer wants better integrated and faster development
Microsoft's tablet-notebook fusion device gets off to a slow start.
Thoma Bravo promises a 'buy and build' strategy to grow Crossbeam
The new OS faces threats of remote code execution
Also, testing Windows 8 drunk
Rumor: Office as a service for iPhones, iPads and Androids coming next year
They get tools, toys to encourage development of apps for Windows 8, Windows Phone 8
Participants use competition as a way to learn about Windows 8, Windows Phone 8 development
Microsoft Build 2012 attendees receive free Microsoft tablets, phones, storage, SDKs to encourage Windows 8 apps
