Microsoft stories - Page 289
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 changes NZ Partner Awards
Thu, 21st Jan 2010
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Microsoft revamps NZ Partner Awards, expanding categories to better recognise excellence, with aims to propel local partners onto the global stage.
Apple to encourage iPhone users to 'Bing it'
Thu, 21st Jan 2010
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According to BusinessWeek, iPhone users may soon see Microsoft's Bing replacing Google as the iPhone's default search engine.
Google attack an inside job?
Wed, 20th Jan 2010
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Google probes potential insider assistance in China HQ breach, suspects aimed at accessing dissidents' emails. McAfee points to spear phishing attack.
Chinese attack exploited IE, not PDF say experts
Mon, 18th Jan 2010
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Experts debunk PDF theory in Google China hack, revealing an IE exploit as the true culprit, now dubbed 'operation Aurora'.
Malware targets Microsoft Outlook
Fri, 15th Jan 2010
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Users of the Microsoft Outlook email program are being warned about the rapid spread of malware specifically targeted at users of that program.
Murdoch declares war on Google
Fri, 1st Jan 2010
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Unless a foolproof way is found of generating revenue from online news, the future of journalism itself is under threat.
Gen-i wins defence force contract extension
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and Gen-i have extended their relationship for another three years with the signing of a new licensing contract.
Microsoft announces Windows 7 partner competition winners
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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Microsoft rewarded top partners with USD $12,000 during its Windows 7 competition, fostering early adoption and excitement before the official launch.
Microsoft announces NZ release for Wireless N adaptor
Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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Microsoft's NZ launch of the Wireless N adaptor boosts Xbox 360's wireless speed and coverage, promising enhanced gaming and HD streaming.
Microsoft offers pre-release beta Office 2010
Tue, 15th Dec 2009
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Microsoft has released a new beta version of Office 2010 for download for a complementary trial from the Microsoft website.
Microsoft announces Imagine Cup finalists
Fri, 11th Dec 2009
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Earlier this year, Kiwi students were challenged to imagine a world where technology solves the toughest problems.
Infosys opens its first office in NZ
Fri, 11th Dec 2009
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Infosys Technologies has opened its first office in Wellington, New Zealand, to be closer to major clients like Telecom.
NetApp and Microsoft in three-year pact
Thu, 10th Dec 2009
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NetApp and Microsoft have inked a three-year strategic alliance to collaborate on virtualisation, cloud computing, and storage management solutions.
Well-known face to leave Microsoft NZ
Thu, 10th Dec 2009
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Brett Roberts, Microsoft NZ's Chief Technical Officer, departs end of January due to role relocation, amidst company restructures.
Microsoft grants children access to Xbox 360 Facebook, Twitter
Thu, 10th Dec 2009
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Microsoft updates Xbox Live, giving kids access to social apps like Facebook and Twitter with parental approval, says Larry “Major Nelson” Hryb.
Security fixes this week from Microsoft, Adobe
Mon, 7th Dec 2009
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Microsoft and Adobe roll out critical security updates, fixing vulnerabilities that could allow hackers to remotely control users' devices.
Microsoft announces Games on Demand for Windows LIVE
Fri, 4th Dec 2009
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From December 15th, PC gamers will be able to purchase and download games directly from their Windows LIVE client.
2010 calling
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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Despite a challenging 2009, the IT sector looks to a hopeful 2010 with job market shifts, rising Windows 7 adoption, and cloud computing progress.
Review: Microsoft Security Essentials
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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Microsoft's free solution, Security Essentials, is a mere 4.7MB download at most, and installation is straightforward and painless.
Appeal to rebuild Samoan Telecentres
Mon, 30th Nov 2009
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An appeal has been launched to raise money to rebuild four Telecentres destroyed in the earthquake and tsunami that struck Samoa in September.