Microsoft stories - Page 182
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.
Rise of the Tomb Raider Announced as Xbox One exclusive
Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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Microsoft arguably announced the biggest bombshell at Gamescom this week revealing to everyone Rise of the Tomb Raider is an Xbox One exclusive.
UC and the intelligent contact centre
Tue, 12th Aug 2014
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martech
It may not be designed for contact centres, but Zeacom's John Cray says well-integrated Lync contact centres are disruptive for the industry.
Lync subscriptions game changer for SMBs
Tue, 12th Aug 2014
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Changes to licensing for Lync have made it more financially viable for smaller businesses, says Acronym's Dave Allum.
Breaking down Microsoft's Surface investment…
Tue, 12th Aug 2014
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Microsoft's Surface range is reportedly losing the company billions, despite the success of its newest model, the Surface Pro 3.
2degrees billionaire backer gets Microsoft board nod
Tue, 12th Aug 2014
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John W. Stanton, billionaire backer of 2degrees, joins Microsoft's board, bolstering the tech giant's mobile and global expertise.
VMob: Thinking outside of the Microsoft Azure box...
Mon, 11th Aug 2014
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VMob disrupts mobile marketing with its innovative use of Microsoft Azure, defying conventional partner expectations and gaining global recognition.
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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nokia lumia
Microsoft Devices has announced that its new flagship device, the Lumia 930, will be launched in New Zealand this month.
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 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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cloud services
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nokia
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.
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 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.
Expert view: Apple / IBM deal
Thu, 17th Jul 2014
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Warwick prof analyses Apple/IBM deal, saying it marries consumer mobile mastery with enterprise system expertise, posing challenges and opportunities.
Microsoft WPC 2014: Where everybody knows his name...
Thu, 17th Jul 2014
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Satya Nadella charms WPC 2014 with a fresh vision, signalling a transformative era for Microsoft, evoking genuine excitement.
Microsoft drives four-frontal assault on Partner program
Tue, 15th Jul 2014
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cloud services
Microsoft kicked off Worldwide Partner Conference with plans to revamp the company's partner program, revealing four new incentives for partners.
Nadella instils cloud-first courage with Microsoft rally cry...
Tue, 15th Jul 2014
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Satya Nadella's vibrant call for a mobile-first, cloud-first world is reshaping Microsoft, promising to empower millions globally.
WPC beckons as Microsoft makes bold Azure cloud move
Thu, 10th Jul 2014
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Microsoft is rolling out new storage services tied directly to Azure, ahead of the tech giant's Worldwide Partner Conference next week.