Microsoft stories - Page 156
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 Elevate: Keynotes and demos to inspire innovation
Thu, 1st Mar 2018
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quantum computing
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microsoft
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ingram micro
Ingram Micro NZ and Microsoft Elevate’s keynote speakers were all about inspiring the audience to do more and be better.
Fujitsu launches SAP S/4HANA ERP conversion and migration service
Tue, 27th Feb 2018
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migration
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erp
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microsoft
Fujitsu can support migration to SAP S/4HANA, regardless of customer's operating system, database management system, or SAP ERP system.
Dell EMC announces new digital transformation certifications
Mon, 26th Feb 2018
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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multi-cloud
Dell EMC will be offering certifications for IT professionals to confirm knowledge and experience around digital transformation implementation.
Intel set to bring 5G PCs to customers in 2019
Fri, 23rd Feb 2018
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uc
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network infrastructure
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5g & beyond
Intel announced its collaboration with Dell, HP, Lenovo and Microsoft to bring 5G connectivity to Windows PCs.
Forrester names Adobe leader in enterprise marketing and campaign management
Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
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martech
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microsoft
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digital marketing
Adobe shines in Forrester’s latest reports, leading in enterprise marketing and campaign management, acclaimed for top scores in current offering and strategy.
Riverbed embraces the power of one-click connectivity
Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
Riverbed Technology enhances SteelConnect with one-click connectivity to AWS, Azure, Wi-Fi integration, and LTE, simplifying hybrid IT management and security.
Symantec Web Security adds support for Microsoft Azure
Wed, 21st Feb 2018
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public cloud
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cloud security
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microsoft
Symantec's Web Security Service now supports Microsoft Azure and Office 365, enhancing security and easing hybrid cloud adoption for enterprises.
Microsoft reveals free Xbox 360/Xbox One 'Games with Gold' lineup for March 2018
Wed, 21st Feb 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
As always, Microsoft will be releasing free games for Xbox Live Gold members to play for the month of March 2018.
Cinia partners with Megaport to deliver direct cloud connectivity
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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multi-cloud
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microsoft
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megaport
Cinia has leveraged Megaport’s global SDN as a part of its cMatrix service, a customer-specific direct connect solution.
Microsoft Dynamics brandjacked in latest wave of email scams
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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email security
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Microsoft Dynamics is one of the latest applications to have its branding mimicked through phishing attacks that collect Microsoft login credentials.
New email spam campaign ditches traditional Office macro infection tactic
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
A new wave of spam emails use Microsoft Office documents to download password stealers without having to activate Macros.
Interview: Meet the 7-year-old company disrupting NZ's logistics & freight industry
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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public cloud
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microsoft
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cloud services
Meet Kotahi, a 7-year-old company revolutionising NZ’s logistics with digital innovations like AI, IoT, and blockchain, enhancing efficiency and sustainability.
IBM sues former employee for taking diversity trade secrets to new Microsoft role
Fri, 16th Feb 2018
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dei
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microsoft
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ibm
IBM has filed a lawsuit against ex-executive Lindsay-Rae McIntyre, now with Microsoft, for allegedly breaching a one-year non-compete clause.
Equinix to acquire Infomart in $800 million deal
Thu, 15th Feb 2018
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hyperscale
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dc
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microsoft
Equinix to acquire Infomart Dallas in $800m deal, enhancing its global platform and expanding its presence in the Dallas market.
Azure nipping at the heels of AWS, new cloud report finds
Thu, 15th Feb 2018
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private cloud
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Microsoft's Azure is closing the gap with Amazon Web Services in cloud adoption, particularly among enterprises, RightScale's latest survey reveals.
Veritas debuts CloudPoint 2.0 - data protection with Azure & Google Cloud integrations
Wed, 14th Feb 2018
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virtualisation
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Veritas Technologies has launched CloudPoint 2.0 on Google Cloud Platform, offering enhanced data protection and simplicity for multi-cloud environments.
Victory to NSW as new Microsoft accelerator programme announced in Sydney
Wed, 14th Feb 2018
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microsoft
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accelerator
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microsoft azure
Microsoft’s eighth ScaleUp program will be based in Sydney's new Startup Hub, marking a significant boost for Australia's tech ecosystem.
You're invited: MS Elevate helps businesses get the most out of the modern workplace
Wed, 14th Feb 2018
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microsoft
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ingram micro
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distributors
Microsoft Elevate in Auckland to help businesses navigate digital transformation, featuring real-life applications and case studies from New Zealand firms.
Attackers unleash Lokibot malware on unpatched Windows systems
Tue, 13th Feb 2018
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malware
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Lokibot malware targets unpatched Windows systems exploiting CVE-2017-11882; researchers urge timely updates and restricted installer access to combat threats.
Alibaba gives AWS, Microsoft and Google a run for their cloud money
Mon, 12th Feb 2018
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private cloud
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hyperscale
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public cloud
New data from Synergy Research Group has solidified the world’s most dominant cloud providers as Amazon (AWS), Microsoft, Google – and Alibaba.