Microsoft stories - Page 232
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.
Kiwis lead the world in Windows XP migration shift...
Wed, 2nd Apr 2014
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Aussies and Kiwis lead globally in migrating from Windows XP as Microsoft's security update deadline looms, with only 6.57% still at risk.
Are you staying with Windows XP after EOS?
Tue, 1st Apr 2014
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Despite looming end-of-support, a notable crowd opts to stay with Windows XP, even as alternatives beckon. Will legacy loyalty last?.
NZ first as Gen-i and Interactive Intelligence partner to transform contact centres
Tue, 1st Apr 2014
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Gen-i and Interactive Intelligence's new partnership ushers in NZ's first fully managed cloud contact centre, revolutionising customer service.
Windows XP: Some tips for SMBs
Mon, 31st Mar 2014
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Hopefully you've already taken steps to either upgrade to the latest operating systems or remove old systems off the network. But if not, here are some tips...
Which came first? Mobility or the cloud?
Mon, 31st Mar 2014
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In Satya Nadella's first weeks as Microsoft CEO, he intertwines cloud and mobility, insisting they're inseparable in driving innovation.
Office for iPad: What you need to know…
Mon, 31st Mar 2014
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Microsoft unveiled Office for iPad at its cloud and mobile conference in San Francisco, available now as a free download.
Xbox will reward you for good behaviour
Thu, 27th Mar 2014
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Xbox updates its reputation system, rewarding polite gamers and penalising the rude to enhance online gaming culture.
Zuckerberg dismisses Microsoft and Sony competition
Thu, 27th Mar 2014
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As the industry balks at Facebook's recent US$2 billion acquisition, CEO Mark Zuckerberg isn't worried about the likes of PlayStation or Xbox.
Windows XP: What you need to know...
Thu, 27th Mar 2014
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Windows XP support ends 8 April 2014, making PCs 5x more vulnerable to security threats – Microsoft urges users to upgrade.
Windows XP: The end of a love affair...
Thu, 27th Mar 2014
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Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin separate after ten years of marriage, but Microsoft's ending love affair with Windows XP has a wider impact.
Windows XP: 'It's time to migrate, migrate, migrate'
Wed, 26th Mar 2014
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With no more fixes, patches or updates, companies still running XP are wide open to attack – it's time to migrate, now says Aussie security consultancy firm.
Oh my Word, Microsoft reveals zero-day attacks
Wed, 26th Mar 2014
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Microsoft releases Fix It solution to address targeted attacks against zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Word 2010.
Microsoft's Nokia acquisition set for April completion
Tue, 25th Mar 2014
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Microsoft's impending completion of Nokia's acquisition marks a major step in their mobile-first strategy, set for April 2014.
Examining Lync Enterprise Voice and Conferencing...
Mon, 24th Mar 2014
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A properly integrated Microsoft Lync deployment is wonderful, says Deanne Jessep, UCFX director of business development, but there are pitfalls to avoid.
Unified Communications: Dialling in mobility and video
Mon, 24th Mar 2014
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Demand for unified communications skyrockets in NZ, driven by mobility and work flexibility needs among employees, experts reveal.
Ex-Microsoft employee arrested for stealing Windows 8 trade secrets
Fri, 21st Mar 2014
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Former Microsoft employee in the dock for allegedly stealing and leaking Windows 8 secrets to a French blogger, sparked by a poor review.
Windows XP end-of-life: Danger or hype?
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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With the end of official support for Windows XP looming, the danger of exploitation is real, warns GFI Software.
Microsoft NZ: Now's the time to act with Windows XP
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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Microsoft is here to help, and help they will. But the truth is they can only go so far, the rest lies with you, the user….
SimCity offline…the customer is always right?
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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After a tumultuous year, SimCity debuts offline play, raising debates on player demands vs. developer vision in gaming.
Skype update won't 'negatively affect' Android battery life
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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Skype's new Android update pledges all-day app usage without draining your battery, addressing previous performance issues.