Microsoft stories - Page 217
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.
Microsoft gains tablet market share following Windows 10 launch
Wed, 5th Aug 2015
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Following the Windows 10 release, Microsoft's tablet market share soars to 9%, as Windows tablet shipments almost double.
Hand-on review: Microsoft Lumia 435
Tue, 4th Aug 2015
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With the Lumia 435, Microsoft are taking on the low powered entry level Android smartphones, does it fare well?.
Closer look at the Microsoft Lumia 640
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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Microsoft have made it easy to transition to the Lumia 640 from an Android or an iPhone, allowing you to use your iCloud or Google account.
Windows 10 Wi-Fi Sense a 'major security flaw', says Xirrus
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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Global Wi-Fi company Xirrus says Wi-Fi Sense is a massive security issue and potential deal-breaker for IT departments.
Centrify eyes up new reseller partners; new markets
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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Centrify is on the lookout for additional local partners as the company eyes up new markets under the watch of its new ANZ boss.
Is the Windows 10 Wi-Fi feature a security risk?
Fri, 31st Jul 2015
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Unless they opt out, Windows 10 prompts users to share access to their Wi-Fi networks with any contacts listed in Outlook, Skype and Facebook.
Empired joins Microsoft Dynamics Inner Circle
Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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Empired has won a place in the prestigious Microsoft Dynamics Inner Circle - an elite group of Dynamics partners.
Windows 10 lands in Australia - will you upgrade?
Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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Australians ponder the merits of upgrading as Windows 10 rolls out free, with businesses reticent despite Microsoft's big security promises.
Windows 10 officially drops in NZ
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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While Microsoft is describing it as the best and most secure Windows ever, there are questions over its relevance and potential slow adoption rates.
Is Windows 10 Microsoft's big IoT play?
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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Windows 10 isn’t about Microsoft recapturing the important mobile operating systems market, instead it’s about gaining a strong foothold IoT.
Windows 10 adoption: 71% of IT leaders plan to wait
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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Two thirds of IT decision makers plan to wait at least 6 months to migrate over to the new operating system, according to a new survey from Adaptiva.
Westcon: Cloud creates an even bigger role for disties
Tue, 28th Jul 2015
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Westcon has outlined its vision of the role of the distributor in cloud, saying cloud in fact increases the necessity for distributors.
Rumours fly about Microsoft’s new Windows flagship phones
Mon, 27th Jul 2015
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Microsoft’s upcoming flagship phones, the 950 and 950 XL, are reportedly coming later this year featuring wireless charging and and iris scanner.
PDF Converter Elite 4: When you need that information reformatted
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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How often have you wanted the content of a .pdf file in a Word format, or that table in Excel? PDF Converter Elite may be what you’re looking for.
You’re invited to Ingram Micro Showcase 2015
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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From an Apple Watch to a data centre, it’s all on show at the Ingram Micro Showcase and the time to pre-register to attend is now.
Hands-on review: Epson EcoTank L565 Printer
Thu, 23rd Jul 2015
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Epson's new EcoTank L565 promises massive ink savings for home offices and small businesses, sporting a convenient setup and sleek design.
While you were sleeping: Apple, Microsoft falter
Thu, 23rd Jul 2015
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Apple and Microsoft earnings disappoint, raises doubt over tech rally that pushed Nasdaq to new highs #WallStreet.
Dicker Data reveals headline acts for cloud marketplace
Thu, 23rd Jul 2015
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Dicker Data has revealed the first of vendors it will launch its Cloud Marketplace with later this year, including Microsoft, HP, Cisco and Citrix.
Microsoft enterprise security tools, coming next August
Thu, 23rd Jul 2015
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Microsoft has announced the general availability of Advanced Threat Analytics (ATA) and Azure Rights Management Support for Office for iPad.
Apple, Microsoft, Google: Who will dominate the enterprise tablet market?
Thu, 23rd Jul 2015
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Global tablet sales have hit a plateau but there is an increased demand in the enterprise market, according to Forrester Research.