Microsoft stories - Page 267
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.
Review: Microsoft Sculpt Mobile Keyboard
Mon, 1st Oct 2012
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Microsoft's Sculpt Mobile Keyboard falls short of being a mobile marvel for tablets and smartphones, despite its Comfort Curve design.
TechEd turns artistic
Mon, 1st Oct 2012
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TechEd 2012 marries art with tech, featuring data visualisations and launching Windows Server 2012, signalling a big year for Microsoft.
Review: Microsoft Sculpt Touch Mouse
Mon, 1st Oct 2012
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The Microsoft Sculpt Touch Mouse connects via Bluetooth and is designed to free your desk up from any additional wires.
Is Windows 8 a big gamble?
Wed, 26th Sep 2012
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Confirming a view shared by TechDay over a month ago, research house Gartner is describing Microsoft’s moves with Windows and Office as ‘a big gamble’.
Microsoft extends Windows Server 2008 support
Wed, 26th Sep 2012
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Software manufacturer pushes back mainstream support date while reminding customers of Windows XP's retirement plans.
How to stop your Internet Explorer getting infected
Fri, 21st Sep 2012
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Microsoft urges hundreds of millions browser users to download security software after a newly discovered bug makes PCs vulnerable to hacker attacks.
Orion Health cements Asian healthcare place
Thu, 20th Sep 2012
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NZ’s largest privately owned software exporter in eHealth technology expands regional presence with new office opening.
Microsoft enjoying epic year
Wed, 19th Sep 2012
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CEO Steve Ballmer compares 2012 with the launch of Windows 95, believing Windows 8 will surpass all expectations.
‘More than 50%’ ready for cloud archiving – CommVault
Mon, 10th Sep 2012
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Over half of CommVault's clients are eyeing cloud archiving, enticed by on-demand capacity and reduced admin costs, says the company.
Your chance to see Office 365 in action - Sept 2012
Wed, 5th Sep 2012
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If you don't fully understand what Microsoft Office 365 can do for you, here is your chance - it's even free !.
Windows Server 2012 launched in NZ
Wed, 5th Sep 2012
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World's first cloud-optimised operating system was launched this morning at Microsoft TechEd 2012 conference in Auckland.
MYOB spots the cloud gap, takes flagship platform online
Tue, 4th Sep 2012
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MYOB taps into NZ's underused cloud market, transforming its platform to bridge the tech gap for non-techie businesses.
Samsung unveils Windows 8 mobile devices
Fri, 31st Aug 2012
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As Samsung lifts the lid on their new Android and Windows devices, analysts across the globe give their opinion on the latest tech release.
Government adopts conservative cloud approach
Fri, 31st Aug 2012
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While the government encourages cloud usage amongst its own agencies, it remains cautious of overseas-based services.
Hitachi seeking Microsoft and SAP expertise
Thu, 30th Aug 2012
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Hitachi Data Systems is on an active campaign to recruit new Kiwi partners as the 102-year-old company seeks to 'build an eco-system of new partners'.
Microsoft SharePoint 2013 indepth explanation
Wed, 29th Aug 2012
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Microsoft SharePoint 2013 promises enhanced social, search, and productivity features, set to revolutionise enterprise collaboration.
Brent Colbert leaves Microsoft amid restructure
Tue, 28th Aug 2012
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Director of Partner Strategy across New Zealand made redundant after eight years with the company as the software maker begins internal restructure.
Microsoft makeover with new logo
Fri, 24th Aug 2012
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After 25 years Microsoft has revamped it's image with a new logo as the company embarks on a new era within the industry.
Window opens for Microsoft upgrade
Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
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Windows 8 set for 26 Oct release, Microsoft says, offering upgrades as low as $14.99 for recent Windows 7 buyers.
Tablet computing and the imminent threat to the desktop operating system
Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
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With the burgeoning craze around tablet computing, it is little wonder that Microsoft is getting in on the action, albeit awfully late in the game.