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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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Polycom and Microsoft team up in Skype for Business offerings
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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An expanded relationship between Polycom and Microsoft will bring the first hardware built specifically for Skype for Business to market within months.
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Equinix launches first global channel programme
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Equinix has launched its first ever global Channel Partner Program, with Australian businesses among those set to reap the benefits.
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Microsoft makes IoT play with Azure and Window 10
Wed, 18th Mar 2015
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Microsoft has detailed its internet of things play, with an Azure IoT Suite and an IoT focused version of the Windows 10 operating system.
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Dimension Data launch partner for Skype for Business
Tue, 17th Mar 2015
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Dimension Data has been named as one of nine Global Elite Launch Partners for Microsoft Skype for Business, which goes on sale in April.
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Old-school Xbox One platforming with Ori and the Blind Forest
Sun, 15th Mar 2015
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Ori and the Blind Forest dazzles with Ghibli-esque charm, reviving classic platforming on Xbox One in a stunning indie creation.
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Microsoft set to gain as iPad falters in tablet market
Fri, 13th Mar 2015
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While the iPad is the weakest link, salvation comes in the form of Microsoft and the commercial sector which will help garner low but positive growth.
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Nintex boosts channel with senior appointments
Fri, 13th Mar 2015
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Recent changes at Nintex have resulted in the hiring of Josh Waldo as the vice president of channels and strategy.
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Microsoft confirms Skype for Business takeover date
Fri, 13th Mar 2015
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Skype for Business will replace Lync as its business communications suite, with a formal announced scheduled for March 18.
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While you were sleeping: Pressure eases on Fed
Fri, 13th Mar 2015
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Wall Street gained after a surprise drop in US retail sales bolstered hope that Federal Reserve policy makers might not be in a rush to raise interest.
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Microsoft tells channel: Hurry up!
Thu, 12th Mar 2015
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Server 2003 end of service combining with opening of Sydney and Melbourne Office 365 data centres to create ‘perfect storm’ in move to cloud.
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4 ways Microsoft is reinventing productivity in APAC
Thu, 12th Mar 2015
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Microsoft says the APAC region is fast-changing and ‘helping people get things done’ in a mobile-first, cloud-first world is core to its purpose.
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IBM opens new Aussie cloud centre, eyes NZ customers
Thu, 12th Mar 2015
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​IBM is going toe-to-toe with Microsoft, opening its second SoftLayer cloud centre in Australia, with Kiwi companies expected to be utilising it.
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Sydney cloud centre as IBM expands Australian SoftLayer network
Thu, 12th Mar 2015
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IBM has opened its second SoftLayer cloud centre in Australia, with the Sydney centre joining the Melbourne centre, which launched late last year.
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Tether takes out top place at Microsoft NZ Imagine Cup comp
Thu, 12th Mar 2015
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Three Auckland University students have won first place at the 2015 Microsoft Imagine Cup competition for Tether, an app that helps people find work.
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Demystifying the Internet of Things for IT business decision makers
Wed, 11th Mar 2015
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Australian tech company Readify, with Microsoft, are hosting road shows to demystify the Internet of Things for business leaders.
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Office 2016 for Mac measures up to Windows equivalent
Tue, 10th Mar 2015
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Office 2016 for Mac levels up, promising seamless cross-platform functionality and a refreshed, Mac-centric design.
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Microsoft reveals new Halo Xbox One bundle
Tue, 10th Mar 2015
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Microsoft unveils a Halo-filled Xbox One bundle, featuring The Master Chief Collection with over 100 multiplayer maps, hitting NZ shelves at $599.
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Microsoft's Imagine Cup unleashes student innovation
Mon, 9th Mar 2015
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The technological innovations of New Zealand tertiary students will be on display tonight in Auckland at Microsoft’s 2015 Imagine Cup event.
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Intergen shoot for ERP hat trick at Microsoft Partner Awards
Mon, 9th Mar 2015
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Having been named NZ Microsoft ERP Partner of the Year for the last two years, IT services firm Intergen says it is this year going for the hat trick.
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Exclusive: Westcon eyes blue skies with Australian cloud launch
Thu, 5th Mar 2015
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Westcon charts a course for growth, launching its expansive cloud service offerings in Australia with top industry vendors.