Microsoft stories - Page 153
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.
Huge HP announcements show renewed focus on customer
Fri, 5th Dec 2014
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HP reimagines customer focus with a slew of announcements at HP Discover 2014 in Barcelona, spotlighting cloud, mobility, and innovation.
Microsoft Student Accelerator programme launches Kiwi students into IT industry
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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The 2015 Microsoft Student Accelerator (MSA) summer work programme is underway with 94 New Zealand university students earning placements.
Google VS Europe case misguided and politically motivated
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
IMD professor claims the EU's antitrust case against Google is more political posturing than fair regulation, criticising moves to dismantle the tech giant.
Microsoft partner nominations open; small partners encouraged to enter
Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
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partner programmes
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it engine
Microsoft Partner Awards open for entries, urging smaller firms to join. IT Engine's success shows big boys are not the only winners.
Microsoft .NET framework now open source and cross platform
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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personal computing devices
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Microsoft's .NET goes open source and cross-platform, promising a seamless development experience across Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Leveraging Nimble's partner ecosystem to reduce project risk
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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storage
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virtualisation
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daas
Customers leverage Nimble’s converged infrastructure solution, SmartStack, built on Cisco UCS and pre-validated through ecosystem partners including C.
VMob releases half-year results as it chases international growth
Fri, 28th Nov 2014
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data analytics
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cdp
Having a presence in the United States will also allow VMob to take full advantage of the increasing number of integration opportunities with leading.
KiwiCover first NZ company to move to Microsoft Azure Australian centres
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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public cloud
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iaas
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microsoft
KiwiCover Insurance is the first New Zealand company to migrate its information technology platform to the new Microsoft Azure centres in Australia.
Ingram Micro wins Microsoft SPLA deal
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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cloud services
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licensing
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microsoft
Ingram Micro has inked a deal with Microsoft for distribution of the services provider licence agreement (SPLA) licensing in New Zealand.
Polycom Lyncs up partners for new deals
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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uc
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voip
Microsoft Lync is helping Polycom's Kiwi resellers win deals, but it's also changing the landscape - and how resellers operate.
Soon you'll actually be allowed to Facebook at work
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Facebook prepares to blend professional and social worlds with its new Facebook at Work platform, challenging tech giants in enterprise tools.
Datacom, Microsoft and Zespri complete world first in public cloud
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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public cloud
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sap
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cloud services
Datacom has migrated Zespri International’s global SAP platform along with other applications to Microsoft Azure.
How to turn your top 5 enterprise mobility challenges into opportunities
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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mobility
Whether to help mobilise teams or to make the most of customer opportunities, an enterprise mobility strategy is a must.
UPDATE: Global push to act on tax avoidance has broad support, English says
Sun, 16th Nov 2014
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There is broad global support for moves to curb international tax avoidance, New Zealand Finance Minister Bill English said on the sidelines of the.
Skype for Business to advance business communication
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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Microsoft to launch Skype for Business, melding Skype's ease with Lync's enterprise prowess, poised to revolutionize business communication in 2015.
Latest Windows 10 build turns to flexibility and simplicity
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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windows
The 9879 build comes with new gestures, an updated toolbar (with the option to unckeck boxes and hide buttons) and a simplified OneDrive system.
Kiwi CodeBlue signs big deal with Apple
Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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apple
CodeBlue has signed a reseller agreement with Apple as part of a range of moves designed to provide Apple business users with a full managed services solution.
What is the real cost of cloud computing?
Mon, 10th Nov 2014
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cloud services
Discover the true cost of cloud computing with 451 Research's Cloud Price Index, revealing an average $2.56 per hour for web applications.
Auckland final stop for Microsoft's ModernBiz roadshow on Tuesday
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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cloud services
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Auckland gears up for Microsoft's ModernBiz Roadshow finale, a haven for SMBs to unlock growth with cloud and mobile tech.
Kroll Ontrack expansion reduces restore time from hours to seconds
Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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kroll ontrack
Kroll Ontrack has announced new features for Ontrack PowerControls that focus on increasing restore efficiency.