Microsoft stories - Page 110
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.
The Kiwi connection to Microsoft's new Canberra cloud regions
Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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These two new regions in Canberra will complement Microsoft’s existing cloud services currently delivered from Sydney and Melbourne.
Equinix opens new $32 million data center in Hong Kong
Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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Equinix to bolster Hong Kong's digital transformation with a $32m state-of-the-art data centre, aiding local innovation and growth.
Interview: Microsoft on what the new Azure regions mean for AU's public sector
Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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We discuss how this announcement is significant for the public sector, and how it marks the beginning of a strong partnership.
SwiftStack's 4 steps to moving enterprise data to the cloud
Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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data analytics
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The benefits of cloud storage are obvious, but large data volumes can present significant challenges - SwiftStack have provided some simple steps.
Telstra subsidiary snaps up Microsoft technical evangelist
Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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amazon
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Prior to joining Ooyala, Cath worked for both Microsoft and Amazon as a senior technical evangelist and solutions architect, respectively.
Microsoft to deliver Azure from two Canberra data centres
Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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Microsoft will be the only major cloud provider in Aus to deliver hyperscale cloud services to handle Unclassified and Protected government data.
Microsoft announces framework to advance enterprise adoption of blockchain
Mon, 14th Aug 2017
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Microsoft's new Coco Framework aims to boost blockchain in business, offering high-speed transactions and robust security.
Exclusive: Rackspace launches support for Microsoft Azure Stack
Thu, 10th Aug 2017
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Rackspace will offer 24x7 operational support and expertise for the solution, with support for deployments and the associated workloads.
Is the end of open source VoIP in sight? Five reasons why it's on the way out
Thu, 10th Aug 2017
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Beware of partner programs that allow more established suppliers of the same solution to undercut new providers.
CSG buys NZ's pcMedia; FY17 revenue 'below expectation' at AU$245m
Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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CSG has snapped up Kiwi Microsoft partner pcMedia in a deal valued at up to $2 million in a year which has seen revenue 'below expectation'.
Microsoft: Kiwis not ready for the demands of the digital workplace
Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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Only 31% feel empowered by their organisation to be able to work together productively and collaboratively while working remotely.
Chinese firm hacks way to success at Microsoft Hackathon
Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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China-based IT firm Ping An Technology was the only Chinese company to be invited to Microsoft’s Hackathon in the US this year.
Exclusive interview: Microsoft NZ talks partner training – and increased partner support
Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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software development
Microsoft is upping its in-house support for partners as it urges partners to up their training to fully capitalise on the DX opportunity.
You’re invited: The 2017 Digital Workplace Conference in Australia
Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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Join the forefront of digital innovation at the Digital Workplace Conference in Sydney, 23-24 Aug. Transform how you work and lead.
Weta, Microsoft and HTC team-up at the Wellington centre for mixed reality
Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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Wellington’s virtual and mixed reality centre, Projectr, has officially opened and it has some major partners...
Broadcom expands portfolio with new data center system-on-chip solutions
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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Broadcom releases new family of data center solutions, the BCM58800, designed for Smart NIC and scale-out storage applications.
No ignition for NZ's largest tech show as Microsoft cancels Ignite 2017
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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Microsoft New Zealand has cancelled its annual Ignite tech event, with a spokesperson saying the cancellation is a ‘commercial decision’.
Overcoming the roadblocks to an agile transformation
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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Companies like Microsoft and Spotify have embraced agility as a way to enable themselves to compete in their disruptive environment.
Tech connects Skype users with non-Skype users - earns Microsoft certification
Thu, 3rd Aug 2017
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Pexip Infinity Fusion allows Skype for Business meetings and calls to be joined by non-Skype users using video teleconferencing.
Unisys named Microsoft Azure Innovation Partner of the Year
Wed, 2nd Aug 2017
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Unisys has scooped up its second Microsoft Innovation Partner award in three years after logging 240% growth in Azure cloud usage.