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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 champions same-sex marriage

Mon, 23rd Jan 2012
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Microsoft endorses same-sex marriage ahead of Washington state's crucial vote, citing benefits for business and economic growth.
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The unlikely winner of CES 2012: Windows Phone

Mon, 23rd Jan 2012
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Against all odds, Windows Phone shines at CES 2012, outpacing rivals with an expansive ecosystem and user-friendly appeal.
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Key exporter chooses Microsoft business intelligence

Mon, 23rd Jan 2012
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NZ's leading meat exporter, Silver Fern Farms, taps Microsoft BI to innovate from 'Plate to Pasture', streamlining strategic insights.
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Million dollar software gift to the blind

Wed, 21st Dec 2011
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Microsoft's million-dollar software gift boosts accessibility for NZ's blind, offering Office add-ons for enhanced tech experience.
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Microsoft appoints sales manager for cloud

Tue, 13th Dec 2011
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Microsoft NZ promotes Paul Bowkett as its first cloud sales manager, targeting SMBs with Office 365 and Windows Azure.
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Mac app store downloads top 100 million

Tue, 13th Dec 2011
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Less than a year from launch Apple's desktop/laptop software store is growing fast - is it too fast for Microsoft to catch up?.
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Microsoft issues a temporary solution to the Duqu virus

Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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Microsoft issues temporary fix for destructive Duqu virus, which could affect users of Windows XP, Vista, 7, and Server 2008.
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Veeam launches Backup & Replication v6

Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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Veeam rolls out Backup and Replication v6, enhancing Microsoft Hyper-V support with improved scalability and a special introductory offer.
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Microsoft New Zealand Partner Awards 2011 winners

Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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GreenButton and Provoke were among the big winners at the fifth annual Microsoft New Zealand Partner Awards 201.
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And the winners are...

Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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Montage Business Intelligence recently announced the achievement of the new Gold Business Intelligence Competency in the Microsoft Partner Network.
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Telecom receives brain award

Wed, 30th Nov 2011
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Telecom lauded with award for adopting 'whole brain' thinking, joining corporate giants in leveraging the concept to enhance customer service.
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Has Microsoft missed the tablet boat?

Wed, 30th Nov 2011
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Is Microsoft too late for the tablet market? With tech giants already on their 3rd gen products, Forrester calls Windows 8 very late to the party.
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Office 365 taking off with SMBs

Wed, 30th Nov 2011
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Microsoft's Office 365 sees rapid adoption among SMBs, with 90% of early customers being small businesses and an eightfold uptake over BPOS.
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Game review: Kinect Disneyland Adventures

Wed, 30th Nov 2011
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Kinect Disneyland Adventures brings Disneyland to life, letting fans explore the Magic Kingdom with a wave of their hand.
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Former hacker says Microsoft could do more

Fri, 25th Nov 2011
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Security expert Cal Leeming criticises Microsoft's response to Xbox Live security concerns, calls for better measures and user protection.
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Xbox Live not hacked: Microsoft

Thu, 24th Nov 2011
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Microsoft clarifies Xbox Live wasn't hacked but warns of phishing scams after The Sun's allegations of cyber fraud.
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Microsoft Partner Awards winners named

Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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Key honours at Microsoft NZ's Partner Awards 2011, as GreenButton and Provoke shine in Auckland, uplifting tech innovation and community impact.
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Nokia to launch Windows 8 tablet

Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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Nokia set to plunge into the tablet market with a Windows 8 device by June, expanding its alliance with Microsoft, says Nokia France chief.
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Making the most of the cloud

Mon, 14th Nov 2011
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Cloud computing scales new heights, offering businesses flexible, cost-effective solutions like Office 365 for enhanced productivity.
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Microsoft partners bridge Dynamics & Lync

Wed, 9th Nov 2011
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MHA Cloud Computing unveils LyncPOP, bridging Microsoft's Dynamics CRM and Lync for seamless client communication.