Microsoft stories - Page 232
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.
Soon you'll actually be allowed to Facebook at work
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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Facebook prepares to blend professional and social worlds with its new Facebook at Work platform, challenging tech giants in enterprise tools.
Datacom, Microsoft and Zespri complete world first in public cloud
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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Datacom has migrated Zespri International’s global SAP platform along with other applications to Microsoft Azure.
Slim pickings as virtualisation gold rush ends
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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Virtualisation has gone from gold rush to slim pickings in just a year. But as Heather Wright discovers, there are still opportunities to be found.
How to turn your top 5 enterprise mobility challenges into opportunities
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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mobility
Whether to help mobilise teams or to make the most of customer opportunities, an enterprise mobility strategy is a must.
UPDATE: Global push to act on tax avoidance has broad support, English says
Sun, 16th Nov 2014
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There is broad global support for moves to curb international tax avoidance, New Zealand Finance Minister Bill English said on the sidelines of the.
Skype for Business to advance business communication
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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Microsoft to launch Skype for Business, melding Skype's ease with Lync's enterprise prowess, poised to revolutionize business communication in 2015.
Latest Windows 10 build turns to flexibility and simplicity
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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windows
The 9879 build comes with new gestures, an updated toolbar (with the option to unckeck boxes and hide buttons) and a simplified OneDrive system.
Dimension Data stakes claim on NZ cloud market
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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cloud services
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dimension data
Dimension Data launches NZ's first enterprise-class cloud platform, promising aggressive market penetration and unique local support.
Kiwi CodeBlue signs big deal with Apple
Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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apple
CodeBlue has signed a reseller agreement with Apple as part of a range of moves designed to provide Apple business users with a full managed services solution.
What is the real cost of cloud computing?
Mon, 10th Nov 2014
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public cloud
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Discover the true cost of cloud computing with 451 Research's Cloud Price Index, revealing an average $2.56 per hour for web applications.
Auckland final stop for Microsoft's ModernBiz roadshow on Tuesday
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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cloud services
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claude
Auckland gears up for Microsoft's ModernBiz Roadshow finale, a haven for SMBs to unlock growth with cloud and mobile tech.
Docker feels heat from competitors Joyent and Linux
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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virtualisation
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Docker faces stiff competition as Joyent and Linux's Canonical deploy open-source container tech, heating up the virtualisation market.
Kroll Ontrack expansion reduces restore time from hours to seconds
Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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microsoft
Kroll Ontrack has announced new features for Ontrack PowerControls that focus on increasing restore efficiency.
Microsoft's Expert Educator Program launched in New Zealand
Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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education
Microsoft launches the Expert Educator Program in New Zealand, honouring pioneering teachers transforming education with technology.
Google updates cloud to compete with Amazon and Azure
Wed, 5th Nov 2014
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Google announces updates to its Cloud Platform services, including a new container engine and expanded connectivity options. Prices also cut.
Dropbox and Microsoft form surprise partnership for Office integration
Wed, 5th Nov 2014
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Microsoft and Dropbox shock with partnership, bringing seamless Office integration for users across devices, boosting productivity globally.
Google offers 'helpful assistant' with new Calendar upgrade
Tue, 4th Nov 2014
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gmail
Google revamps its calendar app with smart features to outshine Outlook, making scheduling easier with intuitive assists and visual upgrades.
Looking back at this year's Ingram Micro Showcase
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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virtualisation
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it automation
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personal computing devices
Ingram Micro's NZ Technology Showcase dazzles with over 2000 attendees, making tech breakthroughs and industry networking the highlight of the year.
Microsoft tempts buyers with slim, cheap smartphone model
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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smartphones
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The Lumia 830 is the thinnest and lightest Lumia in the flagship range and comes pre-loaded with Windows Phone 8.1.
Getting back to the future with Windows Server 2003
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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windows server 2003
It’s a little startling then to realise that there are still many businesses using a piece of technology that first appeared in 2003 – Windows Server 2003/R2.