Microsoft stories - Page 212
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.
Windows 10 now enterprise ready; Cortana says g’day
Fri, 13th Nov 2015
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Microsoft says its new Windows 10 update means it can now ‘confidently recommend Windows 10 deployment to whole organisations'.
Cloud ends growth impediment for Injury Treatment
Thu, 12th Nov 2015
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A move to cloud infrastructure has ended a logistical nightmare and removed an impediment to growth for an Aussie business with a dispersed workforce.
Xbox NZ announces unique Tomb Raider competition to scout beautiful locations
Thu, 12th Nov 2015
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Xbox NZ has announced a unique competition where Kiwis can take photos that might make a good Tomb Raider level.
Surface Pro 4 hits the Kiwi market igniting battle for 'Pro' devices
Thu, 12th Nov 2015
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Microsoft's Surface Pro 4 has gone on sales in NZ today, with the move - and the launch of the iPad Pro - expected to ignite a battle for pro devices.
Dicker Data NZ launches new reseller enablement offerings
Thu, 12th Nov 2015
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Dicker Data has unleashed a range of new offerings for the reseller community as the distributor seeks broader market engagement.
Today's the day: Microsoft unveils its Sydney Flagship store
Thu, 12th Nov 2015
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Microsoft takes the wraps off Sydney flagship store today. We've got a sneak peak for those unable to join the masses at the opening.
Bumper growth for MapR as companies seek value from data
Tue, 10th Nov 2015
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Big data and Hadoop expert MapR Technologies has reported record bookings for Q3 as companies look for revenue growth and efficiencies from data.
Microsoft bites into Android's Aussie tablet share
Tue, 10th Nov 2015
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Demand for two-in-one devices are ramping up, with Microsoft cashing in on demand for more professional devices.
First Xbox One backwards compatible games revealed
Tue, 10th Nov 2015
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Microsoft has released a list of the first Xbox One backwards compatible games, with 104 Xbox 360 games available from November 12th.
OS/2 to ride again
Mon, 9th Nov 2015
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Many techies of a certain age have fond memories of OS/2. Where Windows 3 was a crash prone disaster, OS/2 offered industrial strength stability.
Microsoft and Red Hat partner up for enterprise hybrid cloud
Thu, 5th Nov 2015
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Microsoft and Red Hat have partnered up to help enterprise customers embrace hybrid cloud by offering more flexibility in deploying Red Hat on Azure.
Data#3 gains elite Tier 1 Microsoft CSP status
Thu, 5th Nov 2015
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Data#3 has won exclusive Tier 1 Microsoft Cloud Solutions Provider status, joining a small group of elite partners in the program.
OneDrive storage slashing raises ire
Thu, 5th Nov 2015
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Microsoft's OneDrive cuts spark user outrage as unlimited storage ends, inciting debate over fair use and motives behind the rollback.
Trend Micro offers up Deep Security through Azure marketplace
Wed, 4th Nov 2015
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Trend Micro is offering its Deep Security product through Microsoft’s Azure marketplace after joining Microsoft’s Enterprise Cloud Alliance.
Surface Book and Band exclusive to Microsoft flagship store
Wed, 4th Nov 2015
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Microsoft’s newly announced Surface Book and new fitness wearable, Band 2, will be available exclusively through Microsoft’s Sydney flagship store.
Cloud provides savings, modern learning environment for Marlborough Boys'
Wed, 4th Nov 2015
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Marlborough Boys' College has netted savings of up to $100,000 in its first year after moving to the cloud and gained a modern learning environment.
Microsoft axes unlimited OneDrive, downgrades other options
Wed, 4th Nov 2015
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Microsoft is removing unlimited OneDrive storage for Office 365 consumers and downgrading the free option - with no word yet on OneDrive for Business.
Eight Wire: Migrate your data, from anything to anywhere
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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Eight Wire's Conductor product solves the headache of data migration between systems, supporting multiple formats and databases.
Microsoft ramps up Windows 10 upgrade push
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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Microsoft is changing its approach to Windows 10 upgrades, with the vendor ‘re-categorising’ Windows 10 as a recommended update from early next year.
Apple, Samsung, Huawei among smartphone winners as Microsoft, BlackBerry, LG falter
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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Lumia shipments - and revenue - plummet on back of Microsoft's 'updated strategy' while BlackBerry drops to lowest shipments in 10 years.