Microsoft stories - Page 77
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.
Data#3 to exclusively provide MS licences to WA Government
Thu, 23rd May 2019
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government
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licensing
The technology services provider has won two contracts with the Western Australia Government, becoming its sole Microsoft licence provider.
Study: 'Inclusive design' key to serving customer diversity
Wed, 22nd May 2019
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martech
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adobe
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pwc
A new study highlights inclusive design as essential for businesses to serve diverse customer needs, potentially boosting audiences and revenues fourfold.
Sony and Microsoft to explore strategic partnership
Mon, 20th May 2019
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edge computing
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sony
Sony and Microsoft have announced a partnership to enhance customer experiences in entertainment platforms and AI solutions.
IXUP goes 'post-quantum' with security tech upgrade
Wed, 15th May 2019
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saas
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data analytics
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public cloud
The secure analytics company has also partnered with Deloitte as a reseller, and launched a SaaS offering on Microsoft Azure.
Diversification strategy pays off for Parallo
Tue, 14th May 2019
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virtualisation
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devops
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it automation
Parallo has been formally recognised after receiving four new major competencies from its core partners, VMware and Microsoft.
Talend extends its iPaaS to Microsoft Azure
Tue, 14th May 2019
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dr
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paas
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data analytics
Talend Cloud will be available on Microsoft Azure from Q3 2019, offering enhanced performance and connectivity options for data integration.
Datacom recipient of Dell Technologies Global Partner award
Mon, 13th May 2019
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public cloud
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network infrastructure
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multi-cloud
This global award recognises Datacom’s technical excellence in achieving great results for customers while leveraging Dell Technologies.
Microsoft achieves FIDO2 certification for authentication solution
Thu, 9th May 2019
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passwordless
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biometrics
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cybersecurity
FIDO2 is a set of standards that enables easy and secure logins to websites and applications via biometrics, mobile devices and/or FIDO Security Keys.
How Azure ExpressRoute will impact Kiwi businesses
Wed, 8th May 2019
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data analytics
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public cloud
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martech
Microsoft's Azure ExpressRoute site launching in Auckland this May promises lower latency, predictable performance, and reduced costs for Kiwi businesses.
Five ways Windows 10 Professional lets you have it all
Wed, 8th May 2019
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operating systems
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microsoft office 365
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With Windows 7 support ending, Windows 10 Professional emerges as the modern, secure, and efficient solution for businesses. Explore its five standout features.
Microsoft and Red Hat partner to bring OpenShift to Azure
Wed, 8th May 2019
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public cloud
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open source
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red hat
Microsoft and Red Hat have launched Azure Red Hat OpenShift, integrating enterprise Kubernetes to streamline hybrid cloud management across Azure services.
Amazon still safely ahead of chasing pack in cloud infrastructure market
Tue, 7th May 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Despite Microsoft, Google, Alibaba and Tencent all substantially outpacing the overall market, Amazon is still clearly in front.
Snowflake available on Microsoft Azure for ANZ customers
Tue, 7th May 2019
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data analytics
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public cloud
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martech
Snowflake's data warehouse capabilities are now available on Microsoft Azure for Australian and New Zealand customers.
Microsoft says NZ reasonably cyber secure, but don't get complacent
Tue, 7th May 2019
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malware
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ransomware
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cryptocurrency
Microsoft's latest report heralds New Zealand as the least cyber-threatened in Asia Pacific, but warns against complacency in light of ongoing risks.
Microsoft's biggest announcements from Build 2019
Tue, 7th May 2019
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uc
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devops
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data analytics
Microsoft Build 2019 introduces new innovations for Microsoft 365, including features like Microsoft Graph data connect and the Fluid Framework.
Blockchain, edge, AI & ML - Microsoft goes all-out for devs
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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devops
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public cloud
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blockchain
Microsoft reveals an array of new Azure services aimed at empowering developers with AI, blockchain, IoT, and mixed reality, ahead of Microsoft Build.
Canalys: Enterprise cloud market up 42% this quarter
Wed, 1st May 2019
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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canalys
AWS has made the biggest gains up US$2.3 billion, while Google keeps it spot as fastest growing at 81% year on year.
Windows Vista: The 'safest' Microsoft OS? Avast thinks so
Fri, 26th Apr 2019
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smart home
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Despite its age, Windows Vista is deemed the 'safest' Microsoft OS by Avast, largely due to its low usage, making it less appealing to cybercriminals.
Application virtualisation market to reach $5bn by 2024
Thu, 25th Apr 2019
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virtualisation
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google
According to a report by KBV Research, cost-saving and productivity benefits will drive the market over the next 5 years.
What to expect from the Surface Hub 2S
Fri, 19th Apr 2019
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digital signage
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uc
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displays & projectors
Microsoft has released details about the next iteration of the Surface Hub featuring mobility, reduced weight and a 85in version in the works.