Microsoft stories - Page 239
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.
Nadella flexes business muscles with new Microsoft hire...
Fri, 8th Aug 2014
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Microsoft hires Peggy Johnson from Qualcomm as executive vice president of Business Development. Johnson will report directly to CEO Satya Nadella.
Kiwi students rule the world at Microsoft Imagine Cup Finals...
Wed, 6th Aug 2014
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A team of University of Auckland students has won $50k at the Microsoft Imagine Cup World Finals in Seattle for their app, Estimeet.
IT path opens as Microsoft NZ pledges million-dollar Tech Youth investment
Tue, 5th Aug 2014
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Microsoft NZ pledges $1m to High Tech Youth, aiming to bridge the IT gap for underserved Kiwi youth, boosting skills and career pathways.
Sue You! … Microsoft takes Samsung to court
Mon, 4th Aug 2014
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Microsoft has filed legal action against Samsung, accusing the South Korean tech giant of breaching a contract.
Microsoft illuminates NZ with new flagship smartphone release...
Sat, 2nd Aug 2014
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Microsoft Devices has announced that its new flagship device, the Lumia 930, will be launched in New Zealand this month.
NewLease replaces the late Doug Tutus.. names new CEO
Thu, 31st Jul 2014
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Dominic O'Hanlon becomes CEO of cloud provider NewLease, following the death of co-founder Doug Tutus in February.
Nadella unifies Windows as Microsoft becomes One…
Tue, 29th Jul 2014
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Satya Nadella’s plans to unite Microsoft edged a step closer this week, with the new CEO sanctioning the amalgamation of all major versions of Windows.
Can businesses now Delve deeper into mobility through Microsoft?
Mon, 28th Jul 2014
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Microsoft's Delve reimagines business mobility, promising a leap in intelligently navigating and utilising corporate data.
Can IBM deal help Apple fight off Microsoft's enterprise threat?
Thu, 24th Jul 2014
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Apple partners with IBM to bolster its enterprise mobility strategy in Asia, countering Microsoft's rising influence in the region.
Satya Nadella... Cloud and Proud?
Wed, 23rd Jul 2014
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Microsoft's cloud growth boosts earnings under CEO Nadella, with revenue of $23.38bn for quarter ending June 30.
Cloud-first Microsoft targets triple APAC partner growth
Wed, 23rd Jul 2014
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As the region’s cloud market surges towards the US$8.6 billion mark, Microsoft Asia Pacific intends to replicate similar growth in its cloud reseller market.
Forza Horizon 2 races in the first car list for you to view
Wed, 23rd Jul 2014
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Rev your engines! Forza Horizon 2 unveils its first roster of 100 cars, highlighting the Lamborghini Huracán among diverse classics.
WPC 2014 fuels a great State of Origin…
Mon, 21st Jul 2014
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As Satya Nadella outlined his cloud-first vision for Microsoft and its partners at WPC 2014, somewhere in the crowd two Kiwis glanced at each other and smiled.
Microsoft tells partners... Cloud is no longer a trend
Mon, 21st Jul 2014
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Public cloud IT spending to reach close to $108bn by 2017, representing 5 times the growth of the IT industry, says IDC.
Microsoft announces Armed Forces Xbox One controller and headset
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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If you are a fan of the military, you will love the newly announced Armed Forces Xbox One controller and headset that has just been revealed.
Microsoft NZ counts down to a Kiwi cloud with Windows Server 2003 EOS...
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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Microsoft has announced the one-year countdown for the end-of-support date for Windows Server 2003, forcing organisations to migrate their servers.
Thousands axed as Nadella reshapes Microsoft's future
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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In a bold move, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is set to cut 18,000 jobs, focusing on streamlining and integrating Nokia, reshaping the tech giant's future.
Microsoft breaks language barrier with Skype demo
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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In a few simple exchanges, the Skype Translator app threatens to quite literally change the world we live in and how we interact with one another.
Gartner: Microsoft turns the ‘Scope on SaaS...
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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Microsoft launches a tool to tackle the surge of ungoverned SaaS apps in businesses, promising enhanced control and security.
Microsoft unveils futuristic TechEd 2014 line-up...
Thu, 17th Jul 2014
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Microsoft's annual TechEd New Zealand IT conference to feature insights into cloud, mobile and advanced device interaction.