Microsoft stories - Page 281
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.
Xbox 360 division sales grow by 60%
Fri, 29th Apr 2011
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Microsoft's Xbox 360 sales soar by 60%, driven by Kinect's success, pushing lifetime sales to 52.7m units amid robust division growth.
Microsoft BI Summit rolls into town
Wed, 27th Apr 2011
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Free Auckland and Wellington events to cater for business decision makers, IT pros, architects and developers.
Rumour: Next Microsoft, Sony consoles due 2014
Thu, 21st Apr 2011
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Kotaku reveals Microsoft and Sony's next-gen consoles set for 2024, aiming to outlast current models and challenge Nintendo's next move.
TechEd tickets on sale May 2nd
Tue, 19th Apr 2011
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Grab your TechEd 2011 tickets starting May 2nd! Prices remain unchanged, with limited Earlybird offers. Join NZ's premier IT event, Aug 24-26 in Auckland.
Unity Systems strikes AdvaTel reseller deal
Tue, 19th Apr 2011
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Distribution Central's Unity Systems has signed up AdvaTel's InTouch solution for the New Zealand reseller channel.
Apple headhunts Microsoft cloud expert
Mon, 18th Apr 2011
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Apple snags Microsoft's cloud guru, Kevin Timmons, to elevate its data center prowess amid a search for an engineering ace.
Polycom picks Azure for new cloud services
Fri, 15th Apr 2011
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Polycom teams with Microsoft, hosting new Accordent Media Services on Azure, enhancing video management for businesses globally.
Microsoft targets SAP, Oracle apps business
Tue, 12th Apr 2011
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Microsoft aims to target SAP, Oracle and Salesforce.com in its biggest assault on the business software market yet.
Pingar launches new Chinese portals
Tue, 12th Apr 2011
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Tauranga’s Pingar unveils traditional and simplified Chinese portals at Hong Kong ICT Expo, aiming to serve the vast government and corporate sectors in China.
Microsoft NZ appoints new partner director
Tue, 12th Apr 2011
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Chris Ichter has been named as Microsoft New Zealand's new Director of Small, Midmarket Solution and Partners.
Minecraft 'official' release date announced
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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Minecraft sets its official release for 11/11/11, as creator Notch shares insights on future updates and reflects on the game's success.
Office for Mac Service Pack 1 - out now
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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Microsoft launches Office for Mac 2011 SP1, boasting enhanced stability, security, and key features like better Outlook sync.
Lack of digital literacy in teens to be addressed
Wed, 6th Apr 2011
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Microsoft and the Ministry of Education will work together to address the lack of digital literacy amongst school leavers in New Zealand.
Microsoft unveils Dynamics AX 2012
Tue, 5th Apr 2011
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Microsoft revolutionises global manufacturing with Dynamics AX 2012, promising a unified ERP solution for diverse manufacturing processes.
Microsoft urges users: ‘drop internet explorer 6’
Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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Microsoft campaigns for the end of Internet Explorer 6, urging upgrade for a safer, modern browsing experience.
Telecom launches LG Windows Phone 7
Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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Telecom ends the wait for NZ consumers, launching the LG C900k Optimus7Q Windows Phone 7, available beyond Gen-i users for $899.
Microsoft takes Google search to court
Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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Microsoft files complaint with the EU Commission, accusing Google of stifling competition in the search market, seeks fair play.
Datacom to offer Imagine Cup scholarship - Updated
Thu, 31st Mar 2011
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Datacom introduces a scholarship for NZ's Imagine Cup victor, offering internships and mentoring in tech. Applications now open.
Microsoft NZ named official Rugby World Cup sponsor
Tue, 29th Mar 2011
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Microsoft NZ secures its spot as the official Rugby World Cup sponsor, promising a tech-forward experience with cutting-edge software and cloud services.
39% of SMBs to pay for cloud services within three years
Tue, 29th Mar 2011
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Microsoft's global study reveals 39% of SMBs will purchase cloud services within three years, highlighting a growing opportunity for hosting service providers.