Microsoft stories - Page 287
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.
Microsoft squeezes Citrix into Windows server pack
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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Citrix and Microsoft team up to boost virtual desktops with rich graphics in Windows Server 2008 R2, elevating remote work experiences.
Fujitsu details Dynamics Connect Day
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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Three New Zealand-based events aim to offer a full understanding of the latest Microsoft business solution set.
Intergen's Dynamics Day '10 detailed
Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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The firm is currently working with Microsoft to bring speakers to the Wellington-based event, COO Simon Bright has revealed.
Tandberg joins forces with Datacraft
Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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Tandberg has partnered with Datacraft to bolster its presence in New Zealand, aiming to address the growing demand for video conferencing solutions.
Crackdown 2 release date announced
Tue, 16th Mar 2010
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Microsoft announces release date for highly anticipated Xbox 360 game Crackdown 2 in New Zealand. The sequel includes a four-player cooperative campaign mode.
Microsoft unveils reseller event
Tue, 16th Mar 2010
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Microsoft New Zealand will host a unique event for resellers called Tour 2010 in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch next month.
Microsoft NZ fills CTO role
Mon, 15th Mar 2010
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Dr. Mark Rees has been appointed Microsoft New Zealand's National Technology Officer, with a Wellington-based role that begins immediately.
Tandberg makes senior NZ appointment
Fri, 12th Mar 2010
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In what the company calls a senior New Zealand appointment, Dominic Stevens has been appointed Product and Sales Engineer.
Microsoft explains Apprentice involvement
Wed, 10th Mar 2010
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Microsoft NZ turns Apprentice team's ideas into a real ad campaign, showcasing their Security Essentials on top sites from today.
Microsoft dates Office 2010
Mon, 8th Mar 2010
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Microsoft sets Office 2010 release for May 13th for businesses, consumer launch in June. Free upgrade from Office 2007 available.
Intergen named AxPact Global member
Fri, 5th Mar 2010
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Intergen has become New Zealand's first member of the Global AxPact network of Microsoft Dynamics AX business management software implementation partners.
Devnet eyes NZ Offisync resellers
Fri, 5th Mar 2010
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Craig Deveson, CEO of Devnet, is searching for 'strategic resellers' for the Google Apps - Microsoft Office solution.
NetApp: 'Our growth is undeniable'
Fri, 5th Mar 2010
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Data management firm has said its SAN business has doubled in two years and lists companies such as Brocade, Cisco, Microsoft, and VMware on its CV.
Office road warriors named
Thu, 4th Mar 2010
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Microsoft has announced the five people who have made it through the Office 2010 Road Warriors selection process and accepted a four-month contract.
Microsoft launches new MultiPoint Server
Wed, 3rd Mar 2010
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Microsoft launches MultiPoint Server, boosting affordable tech in education by enabling shared computer access for multiple users.
New IE exploit detected
Tue, 2nd Mar 2010
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Microsoft is racing to patch a new Internet Explorer vulnerability that could let hackers control PCs via a malicious web page and an F1 key press.
Support ending soon for some Windows users
Tue, 2nd Mar 2010
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Microsoft has issued use-by deadlines for more Windows<br />products - meaning full support for them will soon cease.
The new architecture
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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While virtualisation in business is growing, migration of mission-critical applications remains a sticking point, according to Gartner.
Microsoft shuts down huge botnet
Fri, 26th Feb 2010
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Microsoft has gained a court order shutting down a criminal botnet<br />believed to have infected hundreds of thousands of computers around the world.
Imagine Cup NZ finalists announced
Thu, 25th Feb 2010
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NZ's brightest minds converge for Imagine Cup finals, vying for a spot in Warsaw. Four innovative teams from Auckland and Waikato lead the charge.