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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.
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Partners prepare for Microsoft NZ Awards…
Mon, 14th Apr 2014
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Representing the pinnacle of IT industry awards in New Zealand, the Microsoft Partner Awards is set to take place in Auckland tomorrow...
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Windows XP EOS offers flagging PC market timely boost
Fri, 11th Apr 2014
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Global PC shipments in Q1 2014 decline by 1.7%, but eased compared to the past seven quarters, reports Gartner.
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Palo Alto Networks continues Windows XP-based system support
Thu, 10th Apr 2014
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Palo Alto Networks will continue to protect Windows XP-based clients despite Microsoft ending support for the OS, says CSO Rick Howard.
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Google and Citrix join forces to deliver business-critical Windows apps
Thu, 10th Apr 2014
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Citrix and Google collaborate to bring critical Windows apps to Google Chromebooks for improved manageability, security, and cost savings.
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Still running Windows XP? Top 10 ways to stay secure in Enterprise...
Thu, 10th Apr 2014
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According to Gartner, one-third of enterprises still have more than 10% of their systems running on Windows XP.
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Microsoft bags crucial green light for Nokia deal
Wed, 9th Apr 2014
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Microsoft's USD $7.2 billion acquisition of Nokia’s Devices and Services business gets a crucial green light from China’s Ministry of Commerce.
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Gartner: Server virtualisation on the rise...
Wed, 9th Apr 2014
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During the last decade, x86 server virtualisation has risen to become a dominant feature of the enterprise data centre.
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Microsoft stops Windows XP support... 260,000 NZ PCs now under threat
Wed, 9th Apr 2014
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Microsoft ends support for Windows XP globally, but 260,000 PCs in New Zealand still run on the outdated software.
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Windows XP EOS: How to transfer your data...
Tue, 8th Apr 2014
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Facing Windows XP's end of support, Microsoft offers a free data transfer tool in collaboration with Laplink for a smooth upgrade.
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Windows XP shuts down for final time...
Tue, 8th Apr 2014
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Microsoft’s decision to switch off all support for Windows XP today, some dozen years after it first made its entrance, is a momentous one.
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Gartner asks... Are you prepared for Windows XP EOS?
Mon, 7th Apr 2014
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As Windows XP heads towards its end of service, Gartner warns 25% of enterprise systems risk exposure, urging urgent migration plans.
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Windows start menu set for comeback...
Fri, 4th Apr 2014
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Microsoft hints at a classic start menu revival in next Windows iteration, blending tradition with modern touch for a seamless user experience.
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Microsoft 'Builds' for future with stack of Windows updates...
Fri, 4th Apr 2014
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Microsoft has announced several advancements to Windows including Windows Phone 8.1 and the eagerly anticipated Windows 8.1 Update.
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Microsoft takes down Oracle to retain software top spot
Fri, 4th Apr 2014
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Microsoft remains the top software vendor in the world, beating out Oracle, according to new research by Gartner.
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Hey Kid, want some Windows candy?
Fri, 4th Apr 2014
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Microsoft sweetens the deal for mobile by offering Windows for free on devices under nine inches, luring users into their cloud services.
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Nadella fine-tunes Redmond hierarchy with senior reshuffle
Thu, 3rd Apr 2014
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Microsoft's new CEO, Satya Nadella, has made three management changes, starting with Stephen Elop as EVP of Microsoft Devices.
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Redmond goes big on new Windows partner deals
Thu, 3rd Apr 2014
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Microsoft evolves Windows business model to enable partners to offer lower-cost devices in the highly competitive smartphone, tablet and PC categories.
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Microsoft challenges Amazon with mega Azure pricing cuts…
Wed, 2nd Apr 2014
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Microsoft instigates price war, slashing Azure costs by up to 65%, pledging to match Amazon on cloud service prices in a bold move.
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Kiwis lead the world in Windows XP migration shift...
Wed, 2nd Apr 2014
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Aussies and Kiwis lead globally in migrating from Windows XP as Microsoft's security update deadline looms, with only 6.57% still at risk.
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Are you staying with Windows XP after EOS?
Tue, 1st Apr 2014
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Despite looming end-of-support, a notable crowd opts to stay with Windows XP, even as alternatives beckon. Will legacy loyalty last?.