Microsoft stories - Page 204
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.
Use real shouts in Skyrim with Kinect
Fri, 13th Apr 2012
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Skyrim fans rejoice! Shout 'Fus Ro Dah' for real as the latest Xbox 360 update introduces over 200 voice commands via Kinect.
Autotask establishes ANZ office
Thu, 12th Apr 2012
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devops
Autotask has opened an office in the ANZ region due to a dramatic increase in demand, aiming to better serve its local partners and clients.
SQL Server 2012 available now
Mon, 2nd Apr 2012
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Microsoft unveils SQL Server 2012, offering cutting-edge performance for handling large data sets with new tools like Power View.
Enterprises ready for Lync: reseller survey
Wed, 28th Mar 2012
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zeacom
Enterprises set to adopt Microsoft's Lync on a large scale, driven by integration ease and brand loyalty, reveals Zeacom's global reseller survey.
What are you going to do when your customer's systems fail?
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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cloud services
CIOs must plan for the inevitable: system failures in both cloud and in-house IT. How can they ensure continuity and security?.
Windows 8 Consumer Preview impressions
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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digital entertainment
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Microsoft's Windows 8 Consumer Preview marks a significant leap from Windows 7, blending PC and tablet usability in an adventurous overhaul.
Gaming legend Peter Molyneux to leave Microsoft-owned Lionhead Studios
Thu, 8th Mar 2012
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Peter Molyneux, the brain behind Fable, bids farewell to Lionhead Studios and Microsoft Euro to embark on a new venture, 22 Cans.
Review: Nyko Zoom for Kinect
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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Nyko Zoom aims to bring Kinect fun to smaller spaces. Though it narrows play area need, accuracy and setup can be tricky.
Microsoft 'charms' users with Windows 8
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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retail
Windows Store, Internet Explorer 10 and a new way to navigate: what you need to know about the OS Consumer Preview.
New era for enterprise flash technology
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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storage
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data protection
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dr
EMC reveals details of hardware and software solution that leverages PCIe Flash technology and makes leap from storage to server.
Check out the new white Xbox bundle
Wed, 29th Feb 2012
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft launches a new white Xbox bundle, including Kinect and two family games, aiming to captivate families and gamers alike.
Microsoft cries foul over patent abuse
Thu, 23rd Feb 2012
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google
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motorola
Motorola Mobility - and by extension Google - failing to meet FRAND licensing commitments; is this the pot calling the kettle black?.
Cisco challenges Microsoft-Skype deal
Thu, 16th Feb 2012
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cisco
Cisco appeals EU's approval of Microsoft-Skype merger, demanding stricter interoperability conditions to protect video comms future.
Adobe appoints marketing head for ANZ
Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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microsoft
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adobe
13-year veteran of Microsoft in Australia & the UK tasked with driving regional awareness of content creation brand.
Wii U launch won't affect Xbox: Microsoft
Thu, 2nd Feb 2012
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Microsoft France dismisses Nintendo's Wii U as competition, asserting the iconic brand no longer rivals Xbox or PlayStation in the console market.
Creative software shaping employee satisfaction
Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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Leading New Zealand assistance provider First Assistance has taken a significant step towards decreasing its staff turnover by improving training meth.
The rise and rise of virtualisation coexistence
Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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dc
In 2012, virtualisation coexistence dominated, with VMware and Microsoft's Hyper-V meeting IT's evolving needs, signalling a shift in data center dynamics.
Review: Microsoft Touch Mouse
Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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It seems we have an obsession with touch at the moment, with touch sensitive controls spreading from smart phones to tablets to even our computer peripherals.
From forest floor to non-sexy speech - Updated
Tue, 31st Jan 2012
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apple
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siri
NZ's TranscribeMe innovates with non-sexy, precise transcription from forest origins to global market shake-up, offering a unique US$1/min service.
Microsoft to discontinue 'Points' purchases?
Tue, 24th Jan 2012
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Microsoft plans to scrap its 'Points' system for purchases, opting for real currency transactions by end of 2022, sources claim.