Microsoft stories - Page 195
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.
Microsoft announce once in a lifetime reorgansiation
Fri, 12th Jul 2013
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Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer takes control in major reorganization, aiming to innovate and fend off challenges from rivals.
Xbox One to double GPU speed to match PS4
Fri, 12th Jul 2013
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Rumours emanating from the US suggest that Microsoft will double the speed of the Xbox One's GPU in order to take on Sony's PS4.
Microsoft extends Windows Phone support
Fri, 12th Jul 2013
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Software giant issues Windows Phone U-turn, revealing the support lifecycle will be extended from 18 months to 36 months.
Could controller familiarity save the day?
Thu, 11th Jul 2013
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For years now the controller debate has raged on, still used as the old scape goat by your mates when you beat them on your console...
Fans demand Microsoft reverses Xbox One U-turn
Thu, 11th Jul 2013
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A movement emerges for Microsoft to restore original Xbox One features, with a petition at change.org demanding digital sharing options.
Telecom awarded Microsoft Lync 2013 certification
Wed, 10th Jul 2013
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Telecom becomes NZ's only Microsoft Gold Partner with Lync 2013 cert, promising simpler, cost-effective business communication solutions.
MSN TV to sign out in September
Tue, 9th Jul 2013
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After a 16-year run, MSN TV will shut down in September, marking the end of Microsoft's pioneering internet TV service.
Windows 8.1 set for August shipping date
Tue, 9th Jul 2013
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Speaking at the company's WPC, Microsoft's Tami Reller confirms Windows 8.1 will be available for manufacturers in late August.
Has ex-Windows chief Sinofsky signed a $14m Microsoft silencer?
Sat, 6th Jul 2013
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Following a surprise departure from Microsoft last November, Windows and Windows live president signs off on a Us$14m mega Microsoft retirement package.
Are you in the mood for a Microsoft smartphone?
Wed, 3rd Jul 2013
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Microsoft is testing a software that determines a user's mood based on their smartphone usage in a bid to catch up to iOS and Android.
Ballmer: Windows 8.1 back to the Start
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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Windows 8.1 to bring back Start button to desktop, according to Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer at Build conference. #Windows8.1 #StartButton.
Microsoft on hand for Oracle's cloud-computing push
Mon, 24th Jun 2013
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Company set to reveal plans to move into the cloud-computing market, cemented by partnerships with Microsoft and Salesforce.com.
Windows 8.1: What Windows 8 should have been
Mon, 24th Jun 2013
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Microsoft's Windows 8.1 aims to rectify its predecessor's missteps, offering features set to woo back detractors.
Backtracking Microsoft reshapes Xbox One
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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Microsoft backpedals on Xbox One's internet policy after gamer uproar, enhancing offline play and game sharing.
Microsoft offers $100k bounty to hackers
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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In a change of tact, Microsoft is willing to cough up financial rewards for anybody capable of finding security flaws in Windows 8.1.
Microsoft cuts linked Outlook accounts
Wed, 19th Jun 2013
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Microsoft is getting rid of linked accounts on Outlook.com to enhance security, urging users to switch to aliases instead.
Apple's iWatch - business or pleasure?
Wed, 19th Jun 2013
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Apple's iWatch leans towards pleasure, says Jeffries analyst, amid speculation of its impact on the tech giant's revenue.
Microsoft Office heads to iPhone…only
Mon, 17th Jun 2013
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Microsoft has released Office Mobile for iPhone, but following months of speculation, there remains no sign of an iPad version.
Tech giants: 'Let us prove we're innocent'
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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Microsoft, Google and Facebook call for greater transparency as companies deny any involvement in US government surveillance program.
Goodbye Windows XP, Hello HP?
Wed, 12th Jun 2013
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As Microsoft ends support for Windows XP, HP sees a golden opportunity. At the HP Discover Conference, HP predicted a revenue boost fuelled by this change.