Microsoft stories - Page 177
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 reveals third Windows Phone 8 update
Tue, 15th Oct 2013
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Microsoft reveals Windows Phone 8 Update 3 will begin rolling out in the next several weeks, set to be the largest update to the platform yet.
Govt bottles spy bill clause amid tech giant pressure
Tue, 15th Oct 2013
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Facing pressure from tech titans like Microsoft and Google, the UK government retracts a contentious clause from its spy bill.
Hey Meg, how much does HP now love Microsoft?
Mon, 14th Oct 2013
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A long time ago, they used to be friends. But not now - as HP CEO Meg Whitman brands Microsoft as its 'outright competitor' after getting close to Google.
World's first as Surface family launches in NZ
Sat, 12th Oct 2013
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Kiwis will head the queue to check out Microsoft's new Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2 this month - in a world's first launch in New Zealand on October 22.
Win win for Wintec at Microsoft Tertiary ICT Innovation Awards
Wed, 9th Oct 2013
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Wintec (Waikato Institute of Technology) took out the supreme award at the 2013 Microsoft Tertiary ICT Innovation Awards held in Tauranga last week.
Ballmer sends final love letter to Microsoft shareholders
Wed, 9th Oct 2013
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Ballmer pens final letter to shareholders, customers, partners and employees, as the Microsoft CEO prepares to bow out of Redmond's top job.
Is this the retail version of the Xbox One...?
Mon, 7th Oct 2013
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Mystery YouTuber xGerberx purports to unbox a retail Xbox One ahead of launch, sparking debate over authenticity.
Microsoft reports strong Surface successor sales
Fri, 4th Oct 2013
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Less than two weeks after launching the new Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2, Microsoft claims pre-order stock is close to selling out.
Sony: PS4 is more fun than Xbox One
Fri, 4th Oct 2013
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Sony's Shuhei Yoshida proclaims PS4's superior fun factor and power over Xbox One, betting on games and ease of use to win consumers.
Top Microsoft investors want Bill Gates out
Thu, 3rd Oct 2013
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Top Microsoft investors push for Bill Gates' resignation, challenging his chairmanship amid calls for fresh corporate strategy.
Ingram Micro secures NZ Surface distribution as Microsoft reveals three resellers
Wed, 2nd Oct 2013
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Ingram Micro has been appointed the exclusive distributor for Microsoft's Surface for the commercial market, with three commercial resellers also announced.
Apple beats Coca-Cola to become World's Most Valuable Brand
Wed, 2nd Oct 2013
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Apple dethrones Coca-Cola, clinching the title as the World's Most Valuable Brand, say Interbrand. A historic shift spotlighting tech's rise.
OneNet invites resellers to Cloud workshop
Tue, 1st Oct 2013
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OneNet gears up to transform resellers into cloud computing champs at their Auckland workshop on 15th October.
A look back at NZ’s Digital Nationz Expo...
Mon, 30th Sep 2013
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NZ finally previews Xbox One and PS4 at its own Digital Nationz Expo, marking a huge success in gaming history for Kiwis.
Bawling Ballmer bows out with a cry
Mon, 30th Sep 2013
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Steve Ballmer, the departing Microsoft CEO, bid an emotional farewell to the company and vowed to change the world again.
Roadblocks ahead as companies delay Windows XP migration
Sat, 28th Sep 2013
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Dell releases top five migration roadblocks facing companies across the world, as support for Windows XP nears the end.
Behind the scenes with Microsoft's new Surface tablets
Sat, 28th Sep 2013
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Microsoft unveils the smarter Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2, promising a revolution in the tablet world with enhanced battery and features.
Kiwis: Underestimate Windows XP upgrade at your peril
Thu, 26th Sep 2013
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NZ firms warned about the risks and complexities of upgrading from Windows XP before Microsoft's April 2014 support cut-off.
Microsoft MVP: Being your own boss is difficult
Wed, 25th Sep 2013
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Keeping discipline is hardest part of being your own boss, says Stephen Forte, CSO of Telerik. #startups #entrepreneurship.
Ingram Micro Now Offers Electronic Service Delivery for Microsoft Office Products
Wed, 25th Sep 2013
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Ingram Micro New Zealand partners can now purchase and download select Microsoft Office products online in minutes with the new 'Digital Locker'.