Microsoft stories - Page 174
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 reports strong Surface successor sales
Fri, 4th Oct 2013
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Less than two weeks after launching the new Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2, Microsoft claims pre-order stock is close to selling out.
Sony: PS4 is more fun than Xbox One
Fri, 4th Oct 2013
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Sony's Shuhei Yoshida proclaims PS4's superior fun factor and power over Xbox One, betting on games and ease of use to win consumers.
Top Microsoft investors want Bill Gates out
Thu, 3rd Oct 2013
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Top Microsoft investors push for Bill Gates' resignation, challenging his chairmanship amid calls for fresh corporate strategy.
Ingram Micro secures NZ Surface distribution as Microsoft reveals three resellers
Wed, 2nd Oct 2013
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Ingram Micro has been appointed the exclusive distributor for Microsoft's Surface for the commercial market, with three commercial resellers also announced.
Apple beats Coca-Cola to become World's Most Valuable Brand
Wed, 2nd Oct 2013
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Apple dethrones Coca-Cola, clinching the title as the World's Most Valuable Brand, say Interbrand. A historic shift spotlighting tech's rise.
OneNet invites resellers to Cloud workshop
Tue, 1st Oct 2013
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OneNet gears up to transform resellers into cloud computing champs at their Auckland workshop on 15th October.
A look back at NZ’s Digital Nationz Expo...
Mon, 30th Sep 2013
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NZ finally previews Xbox One and PS4 at its own Digital Nationz Expo, marking a huge success in gaming history for Kiwis.
Bawling Ballmer bows out with a cry
Mon, 30th Sep 2013
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Steve Ballmer, the departing Microsoft CEO, bid an emotional farewell to the company and vowed to change the world again.
Roadblocks ahead as companies delay Windows XP migration
Sat, 28th Sep 2013
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Dell releases top five migration roadblocks facing companies across the world, as support for Windows XP nears the end.
Behind the scenes with Microsoft's new Surface tablets
Sat, 28th Sep 2013
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Microsoft unveils the smarter Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2, promising a revolution in the tablet world with enhanced battery and features.
Kiwis: Underestimate Windows XP upgrade at your peril
Thu, 26th Sep 2013
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NZ firms warned about the risks and complexities of upgrading from Windows XP before Microsoft's April 2014 support cut-off.
Microsoft MVP: Being your own boss is difficult
Wed, 25th Sep 2013
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Keeping discipline is hardest part of being your own boss, says Stephen Forte, CSO of Telerik. #startups #entrepreneurship.
Ingram Micro Now Offers Electronic Service Delivery for Microsoft Office Products
Wed, 25th Sep 2013
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Ingram Micro New Zealand partners can now purchase and download select Microsoft Office products online in minutes with the new 'Digital Locker'.
Microsoft becomes a “year smarter” with new Surface tablets
Wed, 25th Sep 2013
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Microsoft's Surface family of tablets is growing, with the Redmond giant introducing two new Surface models, the Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2, to the market.
Microsoft named leaders of the tech pack
Tue, 24th Sep 2013
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Microsoft soars to the top as the leading tech firm in leadership, securing 2nd place globally in the Hay Group study, just behind Procter and Gamble.
Yammer expands the definition of ‘knowledge worker'
Mon, 23rd Sep 2013
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Everyone in an organisation—from the CEO’s office to the mail room—has valuable information, says Adam Pisoni, Microsoft’s general manager of Yammer.
Microsoft: Office for iPad and Android tablets nearing…
Mon, 23rd Sep 2013
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Microsoft CEO, Steve Ballmer, hints at the possibility of Microsoft Office moving to iPad and Android tablets.
Microsoft's Xbox One makes Xmas 'Hot Toy' list
Fri, 20th Sep 2013
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Microsoft's Xbox One heats up Christmas, making it onto Toys ‘R’ Us's coveted 'Hot Toy' list and the 'Fabulous 15' for 2013 festivities.
Bing steps out the Search Box with new design
Thu, 19th Sep 2013
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Bing unveils a bold redesign, merges semantic and social search, and enhances its role across Microsoft's offerings, aiming for a seamless user experience.
Synnex expands amid birthday celebrations
Wed, 18th Sep 2013
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Celebrating its 8th birthday, Synnex NZ expands its team to Wellington and Christchurch, signalling significant growth and innovation.