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.
Major Xbox shake-up
Wed, 26th May 2010
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Robbie Bach (pictured) and J Allard, two MS employees largely responsible for the launch of Xbox, are to leave Microsoft later this year.
Deadline extension for Microsoft Partner Awards
Thu, 20th May 2010
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The closing date for entries has been pushed out by a month, it was announced at a celebratory luncheon for last year's winners.
Report: Global piracy increased in 2009
Wed, 19th May 2010
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Global piracy rose 2% in 2009 to 43%, but New Zealand showed a remarkable decline, with local figures bucking this worldwide trend, says IDC.
Microsoft sues Trade Me pirate
Wed, 19th May 2010
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Microsoft wins lawsuit against Trade Me seller for pirating Office 2007, spotlighting NZ's low piracy but stressing the fight continues.
Microsoft squares up to Google Docs
Tue, 18th May 2010
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Microsoft is set to launch Office Web Apps on 15 June, challenging Google Docs with a free web-based version of Office 2010.
Why use a nine-year old browser, asks Microsoft
Mon, 17th May 2010
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Microsoft questions the use of outdated Internet Explorer 6, promotes IE8's advanced security features in the battle against modern cyber threats.
MS: Windows 7 fastest selling OS in history
Mon, 17th May 2010
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Nearly 10% of TradeMe visitors now use Windows 7, which Microsoft says is a phenomenal uptake for such a short period of time.
Microsoft launches Office 2010
Thu, 13th May 2010
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Microsoft has launched Office 2010 and SharePoint 2010, as well as Microsoft Visio 2010 and Microsoft Project 2010 to businesses worldwide.
Microsoft Tech.Ed New Zealand dated
Mon, 10th May 2010
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Microsoft Tech.Ed New Zealand 2010 starts 30 August in Auckland, featuring world-class technical content, rock star speakers, and a revamped Marketplace.
Microsoft wins employer award
Mon, 10th May 2010
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Microsoft secures top employer honour at New Zealand Hi-Tech Awards, praised for fostering a balanced, productive workplace culture.
Patch Tuesday due this week
Sun, 9th May 2010
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Microsoft will fix two vulnerabilities it considers<br />critical, when it issues its monthly Patch Tuesday update this week.
Activision confirms second MW2 map pack
Fri, 7th May 2010
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Activision confirms a second map pack for Modern Warfare 2, slated for release in late 2010, set to be developed by Infinity Ward.
MW2 Stimulus Package now live on PS3 and PC
Thu, 6th May 2010
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Modern Warfare 2's Stimulus Package drops on PS3 and PC, bringing new maps and double XP week, ending Xbox's exclusivity.
NZ Imagine Cup winner announced
Mon, 3rd May 2010
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Microsoft New Zealand has named the national winner of the 2010 Imagine Cup, following presentations from the four finalists on Friday evening.
Microsoft Office 2010 interview - part 2
Fri, 30th Apr 2010
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In the second part of our interview, Geoff Anderson discusses Microsoft's cloud vision, Office 2010 beta, and meeting Bill Gates.
Halo: Reach to be biggest beta in history
Fri, 30th Apr 2010
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Microsoft believes that next week's Halo: Reach multiplayer beta will be one of the biggest test events in entertainment history.
Microsoft vet joins Jabra
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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Harold Melnick, ex-Microsoft, named head of Marketing and Alliances at Jabra ANZ, aiming to bolster partner relations and brand strategy.
Alan Wake 'Bright Falls' shorts detailed
Tue, 27th Apr 2010
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Microsoft unveils 'Bright Falls', a six-part live-action prequel to Alan Wake, promising spine-tingling suspense across episodes.
Halo: Reach live-action short details revealed
Tue, 27th Apr 2010
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Microsoft has revealed the official details of the Halo: Reach live-action short, first reported this morning by Game Console.
More BioShock 2 DLC inbound
Tue, 27th Apr 2010
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BioShock 2's Rapture Metro Map Pack, featuring new maps and melee-focused mode, launches April 29 for Xbox 360, with PC and PS3 expected to follow.