Microsoft stories - Page 192
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 drives next generation Kinect
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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Microsoft gears up for innovative Kinect future, hinting at advanced motion-sensor tech and new gaming experiences on Xbox.
Revera wins Microsoft Cloud NZ hosting deal
Wed, 25th Jul 2012
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Revera secures landmark deal with Microsoft for NZ cloud hosting, offering hybrid cloud solutions to boost government and enterprise productivity.
Google submit EU anti-trust plans
Wed, 25th Jul 2012
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Google moves towards settling EU anti-trust dispute by offering concessions to address competition concerns and avoid hefty fines.
Another Office 365 win - Chch Women’s Refuge
Tue, 24th Jul 2012
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Christchurch Women’s Refuge boosts efficiency and disaster resilience with Office 365, enhancing collaboration and client service amidst challenges.
Microsoft reports first quarterly loss in 26 years
Fri, 20th Jul 2012
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Microsoft marks first quarter loss in 26 years, not from weak performance but due to a one-off $6.2bn write-down from a 2007 buy.
Steve Sinofsky sets Windows 8 release date
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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Microsoft locks in 26 October for Windows 8 launch, promises upgrades and new PCs alongside Surface tablets, says Windows division chief.
VMware CEO Paul Maritz moves to EMC
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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Former top-ranking Microsoft executive named chief strategist of parent company; so who will take over his role?.
Microsoft reveals latest Office refresh
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Microsoft unveils a revamped Office suite, enhancing cloud and tablet integration, alongside its Windows 8 efforts.
Kiwi students continue solid run at Imagine Cup
Thu, 12th Jul 2012
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Kiwi students' innovation shines again, placing top six at the Imagine Cup with AI solution to aid blind individuals.
Microsoft Boss says Wii-U is wannabe Xbox 360
Tue, 10th Jul 2012
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Microsoft VP claims Nintendo's Wii-U is merely an Xbox 360 successor, sparking debate on innovation vs. graphic prowess in gaming's next phase.
Symantec Corp announce instant messaging security
Thu, 5th Jul 2012
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Corporate organisations communicating through Instant Messaging platforms can address security and compliance issues through new safekeeping support.
DHB chooses Microsoft BI platform
Tue, 3rd Jul 2012
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C&C DHB revolutionises healthcare delivery with a cost-effective Microsoft BI platform, enhancing insight and efficiency.
Plunket chooses cloud based Office 365
Mon, 2nd Jul 2012
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How one of New Zealand's most loved charitable organisations improved its service delivery through web-based collaboration technology.
Motion Computing wins Microsoft award
Mon, 2nd Jul 2012
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Motion Computing clinches the prestigious US 2012 Partner of the Year Award from Microsoft, highlighting a decade of innovation in tablet tech.
Loving life -and work
Sun, 1st Jul 2012
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<strong>More than 20 years in the industry haven’t dampened Jennifer Rutherford’s enthusiasm for the sector — and what it can do for business.
Microsoft Office 365 free for educators
Fri, 29th Jun 2012
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Microsoft New Zealand unveils Office 365 for Education for free, transforming learning with cloud-based tools for students and educators.
Google’s new baby to stop Microsoft, Apple
Fri, 29th Jun 2012
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In an interesting move Google is seriously getting into the hardware business with the launch of a new tablet.
Kiwi developer global leader in Windows Apps
Fri, 29th Jun 2012
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Marker Studio launches Marker Metro, the world's first dedicated 100% Windows app agency, to capitalise on the release of Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8.
Google to unveil tiny tablet at I/O: rumour
Wed, 27th Jun 2012
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Google poised to reveal the Nexus 7, a compact competitor to the iPad, at its I/O conference, with rumours of a $199 starting price.
NV Interactive takes out Microsoft dev prize
Tue, 26th Jun 2012
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NV Interactive clinches Microsoft's top Web Development Partner prize, highlighting NZ's tech prowess on the global stage.