Microsoft stories - Page 254
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.
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.
Huawei slams 'weak' Windows Phone
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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As Chinese company considers buying Nokia, smartphone manufacturer dismisses Microsoft's Windows Phone platform as 'weak.'.
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 NZ expands channel team
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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Microsoft's New Zealand branch boosts channel team with three new appointments, reflecting a move into services and devices.
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.
SMBs reaping cloud security rewards
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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Microsoft study claims 94% of small and midsize companies gain cloud security advantages — contradicting perceptions that hold others back from adoption.
Hands on with Microsoft Surface Pro in NZ
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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Microsoft's Surface Pro launches in NZ, offering the power of a laptop in a tablet form, complete with Intel i5 Processor and innovative accessories.
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.
Xbox One set for NZ November release
Wed, 12th Jun 2013
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Xbox One set to electrify NZ gamers in November with an all-in-one entertainment system, featuring exclusive launch bundles.
Kinetics Group wins global Microsoft award
Wed, 12th Jun 2013
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Auckland's Kinetics Group clinches its first Worldwide Microsoft Small Business Partner of the Year Award, marking a global triumph.
PS4 priced cheaper than Xbox One
Wed, 12th Jun 2013
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Sony has revealed NZ pricing details for the newly unveiled Playstation 4, set to cheaper than Microsoft's Xbox One.
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.
Tech giants deny US govt privacy probe
Mon, 10th Jun 2013
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Microsoft, Google, Apple, Facebook, Yahoo and other US companies deny assisting US officials in collecting customer private data since 2007.
Time running out for Windows XP
Mon, 10th Jun 2013
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Microsoft to end Windows XP support on 8 April 2014, heralding significant security risks for businesses clinging to the old OS.
Microsoft attacks global cyber criminals
Fri, 7th Jun 2013
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Microsoft, in concert with the FBI and global authorities, has dismantled over a thousand botnets behind USD $500 million in financial fraud.
Microsoft provides first Windows 8.1 demo
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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Microsoft has unveiled the eagerly awaited Windows 8.1 update in a detailed four-minute demo, showcasing new features and improvements.
Are PCs dead? HP says no
Thu, 6th Jun 2013
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HP agrees with Microsoft that reports of the PC's death are greatly exaggerated, believing it will remain the content creation device of the future.
Microsoft cuts Windows RT licence fees
Wed, 5th Jun 2013
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Microsoft slashes Windows RT licence fees to revive its tablet market presence, challenging Apple with more affordable devices.