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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.
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WPC 2014 fuels a great State of Origin…
Mon, 21st Jul 2014
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As Satya Nadella outlined his cloud-first vision for Microsoft and its partners at WPC 2014, somewhere in the crowd two Kiwis glanced at each other and smiled.
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Microsoft tells partners... Cloud is no longer a trend
Mon, 21st Jul 2014
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Public cloud IT spending to reach close to $108bn by 2017, representing 5 times the growth of the IT industry, says IDC.
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Microsoft announces Armed Forces Xbox One controller and headset
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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If you are a fan of the military, you will love the newly announced Armed Forces Xbox One controller and headset that has just been revealed.
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Microsoft NZ counts down to a Kiwi cloud with Windows Server 2003 EOS...
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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Microsoft has announced the one-year countdown for the end-of-support date for Windows Server 2003, forcing organisations to migrate their servers.
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Thousands axed as Nadella reshapes Microsoft's future
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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In a bold move, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is set to cut 18,000 jobs, focusing on streamlining and integrating Nokia, reshaping the tech giant's future.
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Microsoft breaks language barrier with Skype demo
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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In a few simple exchanges, the Skype Translator app threatens to quite literally change the world we live in and how we interact with one another.
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Gartner: Microsoft turns the ‘Scope on SaaS...
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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Microsoft launches a tool to tackle the surge of ungoverned SaaS apps in businesses, promising enhanced control and security.
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Microsoft unveils futuristic TechEd 2014 line-up...
Thu, 17th Jul 2014
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Microsoft's annual TechEd New Zealand IT conference to feature insights into cloud, mobile and advanced device interaction.
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Microsoft WPC 2014: Where everybody knows his name...
Thu, 17th Jul 2014
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Satya Nadella charms WPC 2014 with a fresh vision, signalling a transformative era for Microsoft, evoking genuine excitement.
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Sky's the limit as Microsoft reveals cloud-first partner strategy...
Wed, 16th Jul 2014
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Some 16,000 attendees, 75 plus Kiwi partners and one very clear message from Microsoft - let's win together in a mobile-first, cloud-first world.
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Microsoft takes channel leap of faith with empowering Office 365 plans
Wed, 16th Jul 2014
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Microsoft embarks on a groundbreaking shift with Office 365, aiming to revolutionize the channel partners' role and customer engagement.
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Microsoft sure of Azure momentum with new Certified program
Tue, 15th Jul 2014
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Microsoft Azure's partner momentum is at an all-time high, with over 57% of Fortune 500 companies using the cloud platform.
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Microsoft drives four-frontal assault on Partner program
Tue, 15th Jul 2014
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Microsoft kicked off Worldwide Partner Conference with plans to revamp the company’s partner program, revealing four new incentives for partners.
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Xero challenges Enterprise Application market veterans as industry sets to grow
Tue, 15th Jul 2014
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Asian Enterprise Applications market grew 5.1% in 2013, slower than previous year, due to cautious investment, says IDC.
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WPC 2014 beckons as Microsoft NZ partners descend on Washington D.C.
Tue, 15th Jul 2014
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Mere blocks away from the Presidential elite in Washington D.C., Microsoft's Worldwide Partner Conference is now officially a Kiwi affair.
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Nadella instils cloud-first courage with Microsoft rally cry...
Tue, 15th Jul 2014
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Satya Nadella's vibrant call for a mobile-first, cloud-first world is reshaping Microsoft, promising to empower millions globally.
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WPC 2014... By the numbers
Tue, 15th Jul 2014
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WPC 2014 in Washington D.C. charms with 16,000 tech enthusiasts, 3,500 first-timers, and 8,000 pre-arranged meetings, proving tech's global pulse.
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'Kiwi Tough' Panasonic devices take mobile technology to the next level
Fri, 11th Jul 2014
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Panasonic's 'Kiwi Tough' mobile tech wows NZ business leaders with its rugged, US Military-certified Toughpads enhancing field productivity.
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Threesy-does it as Microsoft revamps Office 365 SMB plans
Fri, 11th Jul 2014
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Microsoft to launch 3 new Office 365 plans for SMBs, offering enhanced features and flexibility, starting October 1.
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WPC beckons as Microsoft makes bold Azure cloud move
Thu, 10th Jul 2014
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Microsoft is rolling out new storage services tied directly to Azure, ahead of the tech giant’s Worldwide Partner Conference next week.