Microsoft stories - Page 247
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.
Skype upgrade approaching for Messenger customers
Wed, 20th Feb 2013
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Starting April 8, Messenger users will begin the transition to Skype, with Microsoft promising a seamless migration of contacts and services.
Gates moans over Microsoft's mobile mistakes
Wed, 20th Feb 2013
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Bill Gates questions the lack of urgency in innovation over the last few years, criticising Microsoft's early mobile strategy.
Microsoft tops CIO vendor list
Tue, 19th Feb 2013
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Microsoft named most indispensable 'mega-vendor' by CIOs in survey by US investment bank Piper Jaffray, with 45% choosing Microsoft as most important vendor.
Microsoft Office 365 supports the cloud ambitions of The Heating Company
Sat, 16th Feb 2013
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The Heating Company Director, Clare Adams shares how Office 365 has helped create business systems with greater flexiblity then ever before.
Mud wrestling: Microsoft targets Gmail
Thu, 14th Feb 2013
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Microsoft, that paragon of virtue which has always put customer interests first, has the old Googler square in its sights.
Nobody wants the Surface RT, will we care about the Pro?
Fri, 8th Feb 2013
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Oh dear. We've held the position that Microsoft is making a big gamble with its barge into the tablet market...
Breakdown of Dell's deal...
Fri, 8th Feb 2013
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Dell's US$24.4 billion deal to go private, led by founder Michael Dell and Silver Lake, offers shareholders USD $13.65 per share, a 25% premium.
Dell closing in on $23 billion private deal
Tue, 5th Feb 2013
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Dell is on the brink of a monumental $23 billion deal to go private, with shares poised at up to $13.75, in tech's biggest buyout since the recession.
Fastest growing online jobs in 2012
Thu, 31st Jan 2013
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Website hosting leads online job growth at 3300%, with AWS seeing a 466% rise. Apple jobs decline amid 'app-fatigue' while Android gains 7%.
Oo look! Microsoft mobile strategy might not be stillborn after all.
Tue, 29th Jan 2013
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Microsoft's mobile strategy gains unexpected support, with research showing IT execs see them as a market leader in mobile enterprise solutions.
Impending Office release slows Microsoft sales
Fri, 25th Jan 2013
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Microsoft's profit dips as anticipation for new Office slows sales, despite hitting a record $21.5bn revenue in S2. Shares fall 1.4%.
Microsoft marks Data Privacy Day with warning
Fri, 25th Jan 2013
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Microsoft issues a Data Privacy Day warning, highlighting research that reveals public concerns over online privacy and the need for better data control.
Microsoft in talks to buyout Dell
Wed, 23rd Jan 2013
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Microsoft is nearing a multi-billion-dollar deal to help finance Dell's buyout, aiming to transform the iconic computer maker's future.
Bing brings more of Facebook to search
Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
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Microsoft says users will see five times more Facebook content in the sidebar, including status updates, shared links, comments and photos from friends.
US tech earnings in focus this week
Mon, 21st Jan 2013
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US corporate earnings will take centre stage with Apple, Microsoft, IBM and Google among those scheduled to release in the coming days.
OneNet goes for Microsoft gold
Mon, 21st Jan 2013
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OneNet shines as NZ's only Microsoft Gold Hosting Partner, aiming to boost its reseller network after a rigorous certification process.
Staying connected during natural disasters
Fri, 18th Jan 2013
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Microsoft launches HelpBridge app to ensure vital connections during natural disasters, allowing for easy, multifaceted emergency communications.
Microsoft's 21st century learning approach
Thu, 17th Jan 2013
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Microsoft NZ's 2012/13 hits: Boosting 21st-century learning with free digital tools and making strides in tech with the launch of Windows 8.
Microsoft and Sony set for console launch?
Wed, 16th Jan 2013
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A new report from a reputable gaming magazine claims Sony and Microsoft will announce new consoles around March sometime.
Windows 8 fails to ignite PC sales
Wed, 16th Jan 2013
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Latest findings show Microsoft's new release fails to have a significant impact on PC shipments during the fourth quarter.