Microsoft stories - Page 292
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.
The final furlong
Fri, 1st May 2009
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ACE Computer Technology students reflect on their course and prepare for final exams before entering the workplace.
MWC in a nutshell
Wed, 1st Apr 2009
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Operating systems stole the show at GSMA Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, with Microsoft, Google, and Palm revealing game-changing software updates.
It's carpe diem for the channel
Wed, 1st Apr 2009
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In today's economic climate, businesses must invest in smart IT to slash costs and boost efficiency, argues John Bessey from Microsoft New Zealand.
Handling that external pressure
Wed, 1st Apr 2009
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ACE Diploma students battle illness and external pressures, showing initiative and staying positive in the face of increasing exam difficulty.
Well placed for a successful career
Sun, 1st Mar 2009
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<strong>The Channel caught up with the ACE students after their work placement experience, as the course's conclusion creeps ever closer.
Channels – the nature of enablement
Sun, 1st Feb 2009
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Donald Hastie, CEO of ERMLive, reveals how re-designing software to integrate with Microsoft tech transformed his channel strategy and improved sales.
Top ten reasons for your customers to use Windows Essential Business Server 2008
Sat, 1st Nov 2008
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Designed for mid-size business EBS 2008 brings together the series of Microsoft technologies that mid-sized businesses need most.
Climate Savers launches in NZ
Wed, 1st Oct 2008
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The Climate Savers Smart Computing Program, led by Intel and Google, launches in New Zealand to boost energy efficiency in PCs and servers.
Recognising excellence: 2008 Microsoft partner award winners
Wed, 1st Oct 2008
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New Zealand's top Microsoft partners celebrated at the Auckland Museum, with Auldhouse, Axon, Intergen, Kinetics Group, and Provoke winning again.
Micrososoft recommends retailers prepare for Xbox holiday season
Mon, 1st Sep 2008
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Microsoft advises retailers to get ready for a booming Xbox 360 holiday season, as new pricing and games are set to drive high demand in New Zealand.
Third party backup & SQL Server
Tue, 1st Jul 2008
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SMBs in ANZ turn to SQL Server and third-party backups for cost-effective data management and protection against data loss.
Encourage productivity – get active!
Sun, 1st Jun 2008
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There are a couple of things about being safe and comfortable at the office that not a lot of people consider.
Microsoft discontinues NZ partner conference
Sun, 1st Jun 2008
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Microsoft cancels its NZ partner conference for 2008, focusing instead on the Microsoft Partner Awards. Reactions range from disappointment to support.
Viva Piñata: Party Animals – Xbox 360
Sat, 1st Mar 2008
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Those who enjoyed the original Viva Piñata will doubtfully get pleasure from this latest release from Microsoft.
Microsoft Flight Simulator X Deluxe Edition - PC
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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The flight simulator series has been around almost as long as PC computer gaming itself, with the original Microsoft Flight Simulator released back in 1982.
New 'Fase' For Fasa Studios?
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Jordan Weisman reclaims rights to MechWarrior, Shadowrun, Crimson Skies for new venture Smith and Tinker, hinting at immersive online worlds.
Microsoft releases Xbox 360 HD-DVD emulator
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Microsoft launches an innovative Xbox 360 HD-DVD emulator, cutting costs for film studios and enhancing content testing ahead of disc production.
Microsoft CRM 4.0
Sat, 1st Dec 2007
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Microsoft launches CRM 4.0, enhancing CRM with multi-tenancy and on-demand solutions, ready by February 2008. Aims to empower businesses globally.
Windows Mobile 6 hits NZ
Sat, 1st Dec 2007
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Windows Mobile 6 debuts in NZ, offering advanced mobile versions of Office apps. Telecom and Vodafone back its launch with new devices.
Blade raises the FTP bar
Thu, 1st Nov 2007
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Successful Wellington software consulting firm, Blade, has teamed up with distributor Soft Solutions to bring its exciting Blade Transfer Services 2.