Microsoft stories - Page 210
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.
IE9 available soon
Mon, 16th Aug 2010
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Microsoft has announced that the beta version of its new web browser, Internet Explorer 9, will be available for download soon.
Gin to headline Microsoft TechFest
Mon, 16th Aug 2010
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Gin Wigmore to headline Microsoft's TechFest on August 31st, alongside Midnight Youth and President Gas. Comedian Steve Wrigley will be the MC.
Microsoft invests in Kiwi tech education
Fri, 13th Aug 2010
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Microsoft partners with University of Canterbury to create a leading tech education centre, aiming to boost NZ's innovation and opportunities.
Jabra ties local disti deal with Express Data
Thu, 12th Aug 2010
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Jabra boosts its NZ presence by appointing Express Data as a partner, targeting a surge in unified communications with strategic alliances.
Microsoft downplays PC slowdown talk
Thu, 12th Aug 2010
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Microsoft counters PC decline fears amid rising smartphone and iPad popularity, citing strong global PC market growth.
Microsoft patches botched Hotmail update
Thu, 12th Aug 2010
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Microsoft rapidly fixes flaws in the latest Hotmail update, enhancing the email experience for 350m users worldwide with new features.
MindManager 9 demonstrates business productivity benefits of Mindjet's next generation software
Wed, 11th Aug 2010
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Mindjet announces the general availability of version 9 of its visual information mapping software, MindManager.
Polycom extends Microsoft deal
Tue, 10th Aug 2010
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Polycom and Microsoft ink a multi-year, global deal to revolutionize unified communications, promising improved business productivity.
Microsoft launches Dynamics AX for Retail
Fri, 6th Aug 2010
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Microsoft debuts Dynamics AX for Retail, promising a comprehensive solution for mid-sized retailers to enhance productivity and customer service.
Microsoft NZ dates and details Office Mac
Tue, 3rd Aug 2010
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Microsoft NZ sets launch for next-gen Office for Mac in October, offering free upgrades and revealing local pricing.
Microsoft tablets a 'job one urgency'
Mon, 2nd Aug 2010
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Microsoft vows job one urgency on Windows 7 tablets to rival Apple, as Ballmer promises full-on push with leading tech brands on board.
Halo: Reach is finished
Mon, 2nd Aug 2010
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Bungie has confirmed that it’s put Halo: Reach to bed, ending a ten-year love affair with Microsoft’s nearest thing to a mascot, Master Chief.
Microsoft sticks foot in door of Google-Yahoo Japan deal
Mon, 2nd Aug 2010
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Microsoft challenges the Google-Yahoo Japan deal, citing harm to competition and potential market control in Japan.
What’s in your ERP toolbox?
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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An ERP system should not only meet current requirements, but also be fl exible and scalable enough to meet future business needs.
Microsoft Tech.Ed on course to sell out
Thu, 29th Jul 2010
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Microsoft's annual Tech.Ed conference in Auckland, nearly sold out with just 100 tickets remaining, says Brent Colbert.
Microsoft slams Yahoo! Japan-Google deal
Wed, 28th Jul 2010
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Microsoft criticizes Yahoo! Japan-Google deal, claiming it threatens search market competition and privacy in Japan.
Google guns for MS Exchange business
Tue, 27th Jul 2010
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Google launches a suite of apps aimed at government bodies to cut IT costs and boost security, now adopted by Los Angeles.
Microsoft to replace codes for early Alan Wake DLC redeemers
Tue, 27th Jul 2010
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Remedy promises new DLC codes for early 'Alan Wake' redeemers following redeption issues, ensuring valid email linked to XBL accounts is key.
Microsoft's Muckleston joins NZICT board
Tue, 27th Jul 2010
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NZICT boosts board with top execs, including Microsoft NZ's Paul Muckleston, positioning tech sector as NZ's third largest export market.
Paul Muckleston new MD for Microsoft
Sat, 24th Jul 2010
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Paul Muckleston announced as Microsoft's new MD, set to drive NZ's next growth phase from Aug 2, succeeding Kevin Ackhurst.