Microsoft stories - Page 265
Founded in Albuquerque in April 1975 by the famous duo of founders Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft is today one of the biggest global IT companies. More than five decades after its inception, the company is now the world's third most valuable enterprise by market cap.
Computer software, personal computers and consumer electronics are the core business of Microsoft, but the company is also focused on cloud computing services and video games as well.
Computer software, personal computers and consumer electronics are the core business of Microsoft, but the company is also focused on cloud computing services and video games as well.
Registrations open for TechEd 2012
Mon, 28th May 2012
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Registrations open for Microsoft's TechEd 2012 in September, now offering more days, interactive sessions, and a party at The Cloud.
Game review: Minecraft on Xbox 360
Thu, 24th May 2012
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Minecraft's enthralling blocky universe arrives on Xbox 360, offering a tailored, yet immersive experience for console gamers.
Websense signals ambitious kiwi growth plans
Mon, 21st May 2012
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Former Gen-i, Microsoft staffer appointed as company's first local territory manager in bid for double-digit growth.
New EMC channel boss keen on 'co-opetition'
Wed, 16th May 2012
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EMC's new general manager of channel, Steve Haddock, hopes to get Kiwi tech companies involved in charity events.
Microsoft awards StorageCraft gold ISV competency
Wed, 9th May 2012
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StorageCraft secures gold ISV status in Microsoft Partner Network, boosting their visibility and affirming their technology's prowess.
System Center 2012 launched in Auckland
Wed, 9th May 2012
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Focus on application deployment, cross-platform support 'from the metal up', and building for the future in the cloud.
News: lower-cost MacBook Air, Apple Television Set, Microsoft's SkyDrive, and more!
Tue, 8th May 2012
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The rumours say a lower-cost MacBook Air will launch in Q3 2012 for US $799, which will aggressively combat Intel's lineup of Ultrabooks.
Former Microsoft exec to lead Polycom in ANZ
Tue, 8th May 2012
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Gary Denman, a former Microsoft executive with 18 years experience, takes the lead at Polycom ANZ, aiming to expand its UC presence.
Game review: Kinect Rush: A Disney Pixar Adventure
Wed, 2nd May 2012
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Kinect Rush: A Disney Pixar Adventure enchants but doesn't innovate, offering families fun, albeit familiar, motion-sensing gaming.
Australian government to Apple, Microsoft: please explain
Tue, 1st May 2012
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Authorities launch inquiry into why consumers and businesses pay more than those overseas for software and downloads - should we do the same here?.
Auckland students provide eyes for the blind
Tue, 1st May 2012
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Unique app that 'crowdsources' audio descriptions of smartphone photos takes out New Zealand Imagine Cup final.
Eight ways to prepare for the next release of SharePoint
Fri, 27th Apr 2012
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With the next release of SharePoint slated for early 2013, Quest Software unveils an eight-step action plan to help IT teams prepare efficiently.
$60,000 in cloud services on offer for start ups
Thu, 26th Apr 2012
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Start-ups to benefit from a £60,000 cloud services boost through The ICEHOUSE and Creative HQ's new BizSpark Plus programme.
What features could your software be hiding?
Tue, 24th Apr 2012
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If there's a pain point in your software that drives you crazy, chances are someone else has noticed it too - and solved it.
CommVault and Microsoft in cloud collaboration
Tue, 24th Apr 2012
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CommVault and Microsoft enhance cloud storage with Simpana software and Azure, offering up to 62TB capacity for enterprises starting at $50,000.
Lasting impressions from Microsoft Management Summit
Tue, 24th Apr 2012
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Microsoft Management Summit unveils big changes, including Windows Server 2012 and a strategy embracing BYOD, signaling a fresh direction for the tech giant.
News: Adobe CS6 announced, Microsoft pulls Office 2011 update, MacBook Pro speculation, and more!
Mon, 23rd Apr 2012
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Adobe reveals CS6 pricing, while Microsoft retracts Office 2011 update. Meanwhile, 17 MacBook Pro faces discontinuation amid new Intel tech buzz.
Half-price 'Excel on Steroids' courses in May
Mon, 23rd Apr 2012
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Chance for small and medium business owners to learn to get more out of Microsoft's ubiquitous spreadsheet tool.
MMS: surprising news about Windows InTune
Fri, 20th Apr 2012
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Microsoft unveils InTune update, enabling app deployment across iOS, Android, and Windows, revolutionising BYOD and enterprise mobility.
Virtualisation: Find the right application profile
Fri, 20th Apr 2012
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Businesses are optimising through virtualisation but must scrutinise application profiles for success, says Veeam's Don Williams.