Microsoft stories - Page 238
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.
All about the games at the Armageddon Expo
Mon, 4th Nov 2013
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Armageddon Expo dazzles with hands-on PS4 and Xbox One play, showcasing next-gen gaming amidst a riot of cosplay and fandom.
Microsoft warns... run unsupported software at your peril
Thu, 31st Oct 2013
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Redmond warns companies of the security risk that consumers and businesses face when using unsupported operating systems and software.
Apple's Cook takes swipe at 'confused' Microsoft
Sat, 26th Oct 2013
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'Our competition is confused. They're turning tablets into PCs and PCs into tablets. Who knows what they're going to do next?'.
Is Apple crushing Microsoft with software deal…?
Thu, 24th Oct 2013
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Apple's new strategy of free software could pressure Microsoft to lower its prices, a shift driven by hardware subsidies.
Microsoft: Did you enjoy Apple's distorted iPad event...?
Thu, 24th Oct 2013
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Seems like the RDF (Reality Distortion Field) typically generated by an Apple event has extended beyond Cupertino...
Schneider Electric selects Microsoft Windows Azure as preferred cloud platform
Fri, 18th Oct 2013
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Schneider Electric announces selection of Microsoft Windows Azure as a preferred cloud provider for the company's StruxureWare software applications and suites.
Top predictions for IT organisations and users for 2014 and beyond - Part 2
Wed, 16th Oct 2013
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Continuing from yesterday, Gartner has revealed its top predictions for IT organisations and IT users for 2014 and beyond.
Microsoft reveals third Windows Phone 8 update
Tue, 15th Oct 2013
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Microsoft reveals Windows Phone 8 Update 3 will begin rolling out in the next several weeks, set to be the largest update to the platform yet.
Govt bottles spy bill clause amid tech giant pressure
Tue, 15th Oct 2013
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Facing pressure from tech titans like Microsoft and Google, the UK government retracts a contentious clause from its spy bill.
Ballmer sends final love letter to Microsoft shareholders
Wed, 9th Oct 2013
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Ballmer pens final letter to shareholders, customers, partners and employees, as the Microsoft CEO prepares to bow out of Redmond's top job.
Is this the retail version of the Xbox One...?
Mon, 7th Oct 2013
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Mystery YouTuber xGerberx purports to unbox a retail Xbox One ahead of launch, sparking debate over authenticity.
Microsoft reports strong Surface successor sales
Fri, 4th Oct 2013
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Less than two weeks after launching the new Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2, Microsoft claims pre-order stock is close to selling out.
Sony: PS4 is more fun than Xbox One
Fri, 4th Oct 2013
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Sony's Shuhei Yoshida proclaims PS4's superior fun factor and power over Xbox One, betting on games and ease of use to win consumers.
Top Microsoft investors want Bill Gates out
Thu, 3rd Oct 2013
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Top Microsoft investors push for Bill Gates' resignation, challenging his chairmanship amid calls for fresh corporate strategy.
Ingram Micro secures NZ Surface distribution as Microsoft reveals three resellers
Wed, 2nd Oct 2013
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Ingram Micro has been appointed the exclusive distributor for Microsoft's Surface for the commercial market, with three commercial resellers also announced.
Apple beats Coca-Cola to become World's Most Valuable Brand
Wed, 2nd Oct 2013
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Apple dethrones Coca-Cola, clinching the title as the World's Most Valuable Brand, say Interbrand. A historic shift spotlighting tech's rise.
OneNet invites resellers to Cloud workshop
Tue, 1st Oct 2013
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OneNet gears up to transform resellers into cloud computing champs at their Auckland workshop on 15th October.
Bawling Ballmer bows out with a cry
Mon, 30th Sep 2013
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Steve Ballmer, the departing Microsoft CEO, bid an emotional farewell to the company and vowed to change the world again.
Roadblocks ahead as companies delay Windows XP migration
Sat, 28th Sep 2013
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Dell releases top five migration roadblocks facing companies across the world, as support for Windows XP nears the end.
Behind the scenes with Microsoft's new Surface tablets
Sat, 28th Sep 2013
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Microsoft unveils the smarter Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2, promising a revolution in the tablet world with enhanced battery and features.