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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.
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Microsoft NZ warns Kiwis following rise in cold calling scammers

Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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Microsoft New Zealand and NetSafe are warning home computer users of cold-calling technicians targeting New Zealanders with scams about computer viruses.
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Games with Gold in June comes with five games

Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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This June, Xbox LIVE Gold members enjoy a gaming bonanza with five free games, including Dark Souls and Halo: Spartan Assault.
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Tablet projections lowered as phablet shipments impact market

Fri, 30th May 2014
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Tablet sales projections cut as phablet demand impacts the market, with a shift towards larger screens anticipated to revive growth.
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Kiwi firms shine at Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards

Fri, 30th May 2014
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New Zealand companies win big at Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards, with Provoke Solutions and NV Interactive taking top honours.
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Microsoft reveals Surface Pro 3 NZ pricing

Thu, 29th May 2014
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Billed as ‘best of a laptop, best of a tablet’, New Zealand pricing for Microsoft’s new 12-inch Surface Pro 3 has been revealed.
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Smartphone momentum still strong as market growth continues

Thu, 29th May 2014
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Global smartphone shipments are set to rise by 23.1% this year, hitting 1.2 billion, according to analysts IDC.
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Microsoft New Zealand 2014 Country Partner of the year revealed...

Thu, 29th May 2014
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Provoke Solutions named New Zealand 2014 Country Partner of the Year at Microsoft's Worldwide Partner Conference.
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Microsoft NZ / HP NZ results highlight move to cloud services

Thu, 29th May 2014
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Microsoft NZ sees profit rise with cloud service demand, HP NZ battles losses amid falling PC sales, spotlighting industry's digital shift.
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Kiwi tech firm wins global Microsoft award

Wed, 28th May 2014
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NV Interactive from Wellington triumphs globally, winning the Microsoft Innovative Technology for Good Citizenship Award 2014.
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Microsoft “helps” hardware partners build lower cost Windows devices

Mon, 26th May 2014
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Microsoft teams up with hardware partners to craft affordable Windows 8.1 devices, aiming to broaden consumer access to lower-cost tech.
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Is Microsoft's new Surface the 'iPad Killer'?

Fri, 23rd May 2014
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Why are we bullish on this model? It's more like a successor to the laptop -- but one that takes mobility quite seriously.
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Microsoft sets Azure reseller NZ availability date…

Thu, 22nd May 2014
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The business opportunity for Microsoft’s partners around cloud continues to expand, with news that Microsoft Azure is coming to the Open Licensing program...
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Is cloud operator lock in an issue for enterprise ?

Thu, 22nd May 2014
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As enterprises juggle multiple cloud platforms, the Cloud Ethernet Forum aims to ease interoperability, despite resistance from leading providers.
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Google goes after Apple as top tech firms trail behind...

Thu, 22nd May 2014
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Google surges past Apple, becoming the world’s most valuable brand with a value of $159bn, leaving competitors trailing.
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Arctic Camouflage Xbox 360 controller coming to NZ...

Thu, 22nd May 2014
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Microsoft has announced an all-new Xbox 360 Arctic Camouflage wireless controller will be released in New Zealand.
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Introducing Microsoft's Surface Pro 3... the laptop replacement?

Thu, 22nd May 2014
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Microsoft unveils Surface Pro 3, a sleek tablet design to replace your laptop, featuring a 12-inch display and revolutionary Surface Pen.
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Did Microsoft scrap Surface Mini plans?

Thu, 22nd May 2014
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Satya Nadella is betting on many things as Microsoft’s new CEO, but when it comes to the Surface Mini, it would appear not so much.
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Countdown begins as start-ups await make or break digital chance

Tue, 20th May 2014
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New Zealand's top digital startup companies will pitch to angel investors next week at the Lightning Lab Demo Day.
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Redmond's new order, a big Aussie distie deal and a mystery start-up...

Tue, 20th May 2014
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Six months is a long time in the New Zealand channel market - The Channel looks back at the big stories in February...
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VMob most recognised company at NZ Hi-Tech Awards

Mon, 19th May 2014
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VMob shines at NZ Hi-Tech Awards, grabbing titles for Best Innovative Mobile and Service Products amidst stiff competition.