Microsoft stories - Page 222
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.
Xbox 360 Qwerty Device
Tue, 1st May 2007
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Microsoft to launch Xbox 360 QWERTY accessory, aimed at easing messaging for gamers in NZ, ensuring more play, less type.
Mass Effect
Tue, 1st May 2007
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Mass Effect, an Xbox 360 exclusive by BioWare, promises a rich sci-fi saga with deep role-playing, set to revolutionize gaming this year.
Game review: Shadowrun
Sun, 1st Apr 2007
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It sounds like Shadowrun will be an interesting game and as the flagship title for Microsoft’s Vista, it has potential to be an Xbox 360 star.
Fuzion Frenzy 2 for Xbox 360
Thu, 1st Mar 2007
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Platform: Xbox 360<br />Genre: Party Games<br />Developer: Hudson<br />Publisher: Microsoft<br />Website: www.
A message from Haddock
Thu, 1st Mar 2007
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Microsoft UK’s Steve Haddock shares advice for the Cure Kids Adventure Race, emphasising team effort, understanding strengths, race nutrition, and perspective.
Get ready to sell the 2007 Office system
Thu, 1st Feb 2007
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A recent study by Accenture indicates that more content will be created in the next two years than in the entire previous history of mankind.
A blast from the past - Ross Peat
Thu, 1st Feb 2007
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When Ross Peat stepped down from the managing director’s role at Microsoft NZ in June 2006 speculation was rife as to where he would pop up next.
Hitting the sweet spot
Thu, 1st Feb 2007
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A surge in demand for Ultra Mobile PCs brings a broader range to New Zealand, thanks to a Vantex Distribution and Tegatech partnership.
All for a good cause
Fri, 1st Dec 2006
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A scheme to boost computer literacy in lower socio-economic families has received a boost with a $25,000 donation from multinational vendor CA.
Microsoft partners with Nortel
Fri, 1st Dec 2006
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Microsoft and Nortel forge an alliance for global Unified Communications, aiming to revolutionize business communication efficiency.
Certification is simple - Microsoft
Fri, 1st Dec 2006
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Microsoft offers increased support to partners investing in its technology, says SMB director John Bessey. Certified partners see a 50% revenue boost.
Having your cake and eating it
Fri, 1st Dec 2006
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What’s it like having a dream job?<br />Well David McLean, Microsoft’s regional director ANZ entertainment and electronics division, reckons it’s pretty sweet.
Why the new UI?
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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Anne Taylor sheds light on the research-driven overhaul of Microsoft Office's UI, aiming to boost productivity with an intuitive, contextual design.
Helen Robinson on Partners
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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Helen Robinson, Microsoft NZ's new managing director, champions partnership success as key to innovating and driving technology forward.
Security minds come to town
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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Anti-virus experts from around the world will converge on Auckland next month for the annual AVAR (Association of Anti Virus Asia Researchers) conference.
Digital home collaboration
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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HP, D-Link, Benq, Microsoft and Kristil Home Automation joined forces last month to take technology to the masses.
Vista Early Adoption for Microsoft Partners
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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Windows Vista release approaching with leading Microsoft partners, Gen-i and Datacom, ready to demonstrate and deliver its value to customers.
Windows Vista channel readiness guide Part Three
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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Brent Colbert, Microsoft NZ's marketing director, discusses the opportunities Windows Vista presents to partners.
Hosting: Microsoft vs Linux
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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Deciding between Microsoft and Linux for web hosting? We explore the best fit for basic, advanced, and corporate needs.
Mac’s don’t work with PC’s
Fri, 1st Sep 2006
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Macs and PCs can function together on the same network without any technical issues, according to journalist David Olliver.