Microsoft stories - Page 297
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.
IDC rewards cloud excellence
Fri, 20th Nov 2009
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NetSuite became the only Software-as–a-Service (SaaS) business vendor to receive IDC’s SMB Excellence Award yesterday.
Microsoft launches cloud services
Wed, 18th Nov 2009
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Microsoft officially moved into the era of cloud computing today with the release of the Windows Azure platform.
Microsoft changes licensing channel
Tue, 17th Nov 2009
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Resellers could be cut out as Microsoft moves towards a more sustainable means of selling its software <br /> <br /> licenses.
Wolfram Alpha teams up with Bing
Thu, 12th Nov 2009
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Microsoft’s Bing search engine has just announced a series of new features, some of which are powered by the Wolfram Alpha ‘answer engine’.
Tech experts speak at Right Click event
Tue, 10th Nov 2009
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Top tech experts will explore Windows 7 and new HP devices, including touch-screens, at the final Right Click event on 19 Nov at SkyCity, Auckland.
More Windows patches this week
Mon, 9th Nov 2009
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Microsoft to release critical security patches for Windows and Office, affecting various versions. Users to update on Wednesday.
Kiwis flock to the Microsoft Cloud
Wed, 4th Nov 2009
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Over 200 New Zealand firms have embraced Microsoft Online Services, as the tech giant reveals new pricing and expands availability by 15 markets.
Review: Windows 7
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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With Windows 7, there’s real evidence that Microsoft has truly listened to the many criticisms leveled at Windows Vista.
Ricoh joins Laserfiche as VAR
Fri, 30th Oct 2009
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Laserfiche today announced that Ricoh NZ will be the authorised value added reseller (VAR) to provide agile enterprise content management (ECM) and.
Major Nelson shatters Xbox 360 Blu-ray rumours
Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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Rumors of a Blu-ray drive for Xbox 360 have been quashed by Microsoft's Major Nelson, stating no plans for introduction.
Microsoft releases Windows 7
Thu, 22nd Oct 2009
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Microsoft’s new operating system, Windows 7, was launched on Thursday at an event in Auckland’s Queen Elizabeth Square.
Pingar debuts at Sharepoint Conference
Tue, 20th Oct 2009
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New Zealand's Pingar to launch its innovative search tool at the SharePoint Conference 2009 in Las Vegas, set to integrate with Microsoft SharePoint 2010.
Wake up and win Windows 7
Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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Microsoft and HP, alongside Richie McCaw, will give away Windows 7 HP PCs every 10 minutes in Queen Elizabeth Square, Britomart on 22 October.
Video: Forza Motorsport 3 on the world’s largest cinema screen
Fri, 16th Oct 2009
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Microsoft and Pead PR invited Game Console to play Forza Motorsport 3 on the world’s largest 35mm permanent screen at Hoyts Sylvia Park in Auckland.
October Windows updates available
Wed, 14th Oct 2009
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Microsoft's monthly Patch Tuesday, when it issues online updates for its operating systems, has set a new record this month.
Speakers announced at NZCS 50th Anniversary Conference
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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NZCS 50th Anniversary Conference in Rotorua to feature top tech speakers, including Microsoft's CFO Chris Liddell and Google's Craig Nevill-Manning.
Windows 7 an 'impetus to move forward'
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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Microsoft's Ben Green touts Windows 7 as a catalyst for IT economic growth, with over 50,000 Kiwis already trying the new software.
D-Link passes Windows 7 tests
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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D-Link's 8 routers earn Windows 7 compatibility, aiming for seamless integration and reduced support calls, says Marketing Director Famularo.
DON'T MISS: Windows 7 events
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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Microsoft is set to host multiple Windows 7 events this October, featuring new innovations and key insights on Windows Server 2008 R2. Venues updated.
Microsoft Unveils Windows Mobile 6.5
Mon, 12th Oct 2009
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Microsoft has launched the new Windows 6.5 operating system which enables users to back up and share data from their phones like never before.