Microsoft stories - Page 225
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.
Kiwi encrypted cloud-based proofing tool a world first
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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PageProof is a fully encrypted browser based tool for creators of any kind to receive feedback and collaborate on documents.
VMob releases half-year results as it chases international growth
Fri, 28th Nov 2014
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Having a presence in the United States will also allow VMob to take full advantage of the increasing number of integration opportunities with leading.
Ingram Micro wins Microsoft SPLA deal
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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Ingram Micro has inked a deal with Microsoft for distribution of the services provider licence agreement (SPLA) licensing in New Zealand.
Polycom Lyncs up partners for new deals
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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Microsoft Lync is helping Polycom's Kiwi resellers win deals, but it's also changing the landscape - and how resellers operate.
Soon you'll actually be allowed to Facebook at work
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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Facebook prepares to blend professional and social worlds with its new Facebook at Work platform, challenging tech giants in enterprise tools.
Datacom, Microsoft and Zespri complete world first in public cloud
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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Datacom has migrated Zespri International's global SAP platform along with other applications to Microsoft Azure.
Slim pickings as virtualisation gold rush ends
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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Virtualisation has gone from gold rush to slim pickings in just a year. But as Heather Wright discovers, there are still opportunities to be found.
Latest Windows 10 build turns to flexibility and simplicity
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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The 9879 build comes with new gestures, an updated toolbar (with the option to unckeck boxes and hide buttons) and a simplified OneDrive system.
What is the real cost of cloud computing?
Mon, 10th Nov 2014
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Discover the true cost of cloud computing with 451 Research's Cloud Price Index, revealing an average $2.56 per hour for web applications.
Docker feels heat from competitors Joyent and Linux
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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Docker faces stiff competition as Joyent and Linux's Canonical deploy open-source container tech, heating up the virtualisation market.
Kroll Ontrack expansion reduces restore time from hours to seconds
Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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Kroll Ontrack has announced new features for Ontrack PowerControls that focus on increasing restore efficiency.
Google updates cloud to compete with Amazon and Azure
Wed, 5th Nov 2014
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Google announces updates to its Cloud Platform services, including a new container engine and expanded connectivity options. Prices also cut.
Dropbox and Microsoft form surprise partnership for Office integration
Wed, 5th Nov 2014
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Microsoft and Dropbox shock with partnership, bringing seamless Office integration for users across devices, boosting productivity globally.
Google offers 'helpful assistant' with new Calendar upgrade
Tue, 4th Nov 2014
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Google revamps its calendar app with smart features to outshine Outlook, making scheduling easier with intuitive assists and visual upgrades.
Looking back at this year's Ingram Micro Showcase
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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Ingram Micro's NZ Technology Showcase dazzles with over 2000 attendees, making tech breakthroughs and industry networking the highlight of the year.
Microsoft tempts buyers with slim, cheap smartphone model
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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The Lumia 830 is the thinnest and lightest Lumia in the flagship range and comes pre-loaded with Windows Phone 8.1.
Kiwi companies invest in Microsoft Azure
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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Kiwi companies embrace Microsoft Azure with new Australia-based data centres, heralding a digital transformation era for local businesses.
Micosoft Azure now available in Australia for Kiwis
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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Microsoft Azure expands to Australia with two new data centers, promising lower latency and cloud computing benefits for New Zealand organisations.
Storage limits become thing of the past with Microsoft's OneDrive
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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Microsoft has announced they are abolishing space restrictions on its cloud-based OneDrive storage services for its Office 365 subscribers.
SKY TV Announces Video on Demand Service
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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SkyTV to launch ad-free VOD service NEON in December, offering HBO, AMC, FX shows like Game of Thrones. Includes 30-day trial, costs $20/month.