Microsoft stories - Page 194
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.
Game review: Kinect Rush: A Disney Pixar Adventure
Wed, 2nd May 2012
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Kinect Rush: A Disney Pixar Adventure enchants but doesn't innovate, offering families fun, albeit familiar, motion-sensing gaming.
Australian government to Apple, Microsoft: please explain
Tue, 1st May 2012
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Authorities launch inquiry into why consumers and businesses pay more than those overseas for software and downloads - should we do the same here?.
Auckland students provide eyes for the blind
Tue, 1st May 2012
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Unique app that 'crowdsources' audio descriptions of smartphone photos takes out New Zealand Imagine Cup final.
Eight ways to prepare for the next release of SharePoint
Fri, 27th Apr 2012
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With the next release of SharePoint slated for early 2013, Quest Software unveils an eight-step action plan to help IT teams prepare efficiently.
$60,000 in cloud services on offer for start ups
Thu, 26th Apr 2012
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Start-ups to benefit from a £60,000 cloud services boost through The ICEHOUSE and Creative HQ's new BizSpark Plus programme.
What features could your software be hiding?
Tue, 24th Apr 2012
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If there's a pain point in your software that drives you crazy, chances are someone else has noticed it too - and solved it.
CommVault and Microsoft in cloud collaboration
Tue, 24th Apr 2012
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CommVault and Microsoft enhance cloud storage with Simpana software and Azure, offering up to 62TB capacity for enterprises starting at $50,000.
Lasting impressions from Microsoft Management Summit
Tue, 24th Apr 2012
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Microsoft Management Summit unveils big changes, including Windows Server 2012 and a strategy embracing BYOD, signaling a fresh direction for the tech giant.
News: Adobe CS6 announced, Microsoft pulls Office 2011 update, MacBook Pro speculation, and more!
Mon, 23rd Apr 2012
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Adobe reveals CS6 pricing, while Microsoft retracts Office 2011 update. Meanwhile, 17 MacBook Pro faces discontinuation amid new Intel tech buzz.
Half-price 'Excel on Steroids' courses in May
Mon, 23rd Apr 2012
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Chance for small and medium business owners to learn to get more out of Microsoft's ubiquitous spreadsheet tool.
MMS: surprising news about Windows InTune
Fri, 20th Apr 2012
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Microsoft unveils InTune update, enabling app deployment across iOS, Android, and Windows, revolutionising BYOD and enterprise mobility.
Microsoft is all about the app at MMS
Thu, 19th Apr 2012
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At MMS 2012, Microsoft shines with a new app-centric focus, showcasing System Center 2012's ability to manage multiple hypervisors seamlessly.
Kiwi flavour at Microsoft Management Summit in Las Vegas
Wed, 18th Apr 2012
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Kiwi influence shines at Microsoft Management Summit in Las Vegas, spotlighting major announcements like System Center 2012's launch.
News: LuckyCat malware threat, no more iWork and Aperture trials, iTunes library sharing, and more!
Tue, 17th Apr 2012
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New security threat infects machines via Microsoft Word exploit. LuckyCat malware allows remote access to machine's contents.
Game review: Kinect Star Wars
Tue, 17th Apr 2012
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Kinect Star Wars, aiming for the younger crowd, delivers mixed force-powered joy but leaves seasoned fans wanting.
Case study: how BNZ prospered from 'self-service' Business Intelligence
Fri, 13th Apr 2012
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Local bank was one of only 70 organisations worldwide to participate in the Microsoft SQL Server Rapid Deployment Programme. So how'd they get on?.
Use real shouts in Skyrim with Kinect
Fri, 13th Apr 2012
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Skyrim fans rejoice! Shout 'Fus Ro Dah' for real as the latest Xbox 360 update introduces over 200 voice commands via Kinect.
Holy Moly - Microsoft Office for Mac at rock bottom prices
Fri, 13th Apr 2012
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Mac users, bag Microsoft Office at up to 24% off on Acquire. A deal or a glitch? Home or business, now's your chance to upgrade.
SQL Server 2012 available now
Mon, 2nd Apr 2012
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Microsoft unveils SQL Server 2012, offering cutting-edge performance for handling large data sets with new tools like Power View.
Modern Day Work Goes Virtual
Sun, 1st Apr 2012
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In a shift to virtual workspaces, 93% of organisations embrace workshifting, allowing employees to work more flexibly than ever before.