Microsoft stories - Page 231
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 Ventures partners with Lightning Lab for 2015 programme
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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In 2015 Microsoft Ventures is again partnering with Lightning Lab to provide start-ups with tools needed to bring ventures to market.
Microsoft urges channel action for Server 2003 EOS
Tue, 16th Dec 2014
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40% of servers in New Zealand are still running Microsoft Server 2003, which will soon be obsolete, warns Microsoft.
Countdown to Christmas with our best articles of the year
Mon, 15th Dec 2014
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From gay CEOs, sexist CEOs and mean CEOs to women at the top, disappearing ISPs and our whole office fighting it out on their Fitbits, we’ve had a great year.
Time running out for Windows Server 2003
Mon, 15th Dec 2014
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NZ businesses urged to start migrating from Windows Server 2003 as support ends in 7 months, with migration taking up to 200 days.
Kordia first Australasian telco to go live with Microsoft Azure
Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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Kordia, the Auckland based telecommunications provider, has gone live on Microsoft Azure’s ExpressRoute service.
Kiwi businesses can now use Lync and Skype for video calling
Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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Kiwi businesses set to benefit as Microsoft enables Skype and Lync video calling, bridging the gap between everyday users and enterprises.
Kiwi students and teachers join in global Hour of Code event
Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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Kiwi students and teachers gear up for the global Hour of Code event, aiming to boost coding skills in a fun, interactive manner.
NZ to benefit from Office 365 and CRM delivered from Australian datacentres
Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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NZ firms to gain from faster Office 365 and CRM access, hosted in Australian datacentres, enhancing performance and data security.
Microsoft focuses on new ways to monetise customer
Mon, 8th Dec 2014
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Microsoft shifts focus to innovative monetisation strategies, eyeing partnerships and subscription services for revenue growth.
New Zealand teachers selected as Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts
Fri, 5th Dec 2014
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15 New Zealand teachers elevate education by joining Microsoft's elite MIE Expert Program, leveraging cutting-edge tech to inspire learning.
Huge HP announcements show renewed focus on customer
Fri, 5th Dec 2014
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HP reimagines customer focus with a slew of announcements at HP Discover 2014 in Barcelona, spotlighting cloud, mobility, and innovation.
Microsoft Student Accelerator programme launches Kiwi students into IT industry
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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The 2015 Microsoft Student Accelerator (MSA) summer work programme is underway with 94 New Zealand university students earning placements.
Google VS Europe case misguided and politically motivated
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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IMD professor claims the EU's antitrust case against Google is more political posturing than fair regulation, criticising moves to dismantle the tech giant.
Microsoft partner nominations open; small partners encouraged to enter
Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
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Microsoft Partner Awards open for entries, urging smaller firms to join. IT Engine's success shows big boys are not the only winners.
Rhipe makes services and support move
Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
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Rhipe acquires nSynergy for AU$25m, boosting partner support without taking over customer relations, aiming to fill gaps in service and support.
Microsoft .NET framework now open source and cross platform
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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Microsoft's .NET goes open source and cross-platform, promising a seamless development experience across Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Leveraging Nimble's partner ecosystem to reduce project risk
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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Customers leverage Nimble’s converged infrastructure solution, SmartStack, built on Cisco UCS and pre-validated through ecosystem partners including C.
Kiwi encrypted cloud-based proofing tool a world first
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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browsers
PageProof is a fully encrypted browser based tool for creators of any kind to receive feedback and collaborate on documents.
VMob releases half-year results as it chases international growth
Fri, 28th Nov 2014
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Having a presence in the United States will also allow VMob to take full advantage of the increasing number of integration opportunities with leading.
Commvault leads the way in innovative Cloud solutions
Wed, 26th Nov 2014
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Commvault is taking full advantage of the cloud in the current marketplace and when looking toward the future.