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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.
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Microsoft brings Internet Explorer 10 to Windows 7

Wed, 14th Nov 2012
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Microsoft rolls out IE10 preview for Windows 7, promising improved performance but says it won't vastly differ from IE9.
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HP wins US$36m cloud contract

Wed, 14th Nov 2012
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Company to move U.S. Veteran Affairs communications environment to the cloud with Microsoft Office 365, in a five-year deal.
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Microsoft shines spotlight on new SharePoint

Wed, 14th Nov 2012
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Software giant demonstrates new product enhancements with huge investment in social, cloud and mobile capabilities.
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Windows Chief Steven Sinofsky departs Microsoft

Tue, 13th Nov 2012
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Steven Sinofsky leaves as Windows executives Julie Larson-Green and Tami Reller take expanded roles in company shake-up.
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Cracks under the Surface for Microsoft

Tue, 13th Nov 2012
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Microsoft admits to flaws in Surface tablets as owners face cover splits, promising replacements for affected users.
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Kiwi stores caught selling pirated software

Fri, 9th Nov 2012
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Auckland shops fined for selling pirated Microsoft software, raising concerns about cybercrime and consumer risk, in a Microsoft NZ probe.
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Microsoft introduces Skype in the workspace

Fri, 9th Nov 2012
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New online platform for businesses to instantly connect with potential customers, partners and suppliers across the globe.
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Microsoft set for Xbox Surface tablet launch?

Thu, 8th Nov 2012
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Microsoft is rumoured to be launching an Xbox Surface tablet, designed for gaming and accompanying their next-gen console.
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Microsoft kills Messenger, keeps Skype

Wed, 7th Nov 2012
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Software company migrating users to Skype after announcing plans to retire its Messenger service early next year.
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Microsoft's window of opportunity

Tue, 6th Nov 2012
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Microsoft's Steve Ballmer bets big on new Windows Phone, eyeing rapid growth to challenge Android and iOS as the third force in smartphones.
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Microsoft building own smartphone?

Mon, 5th Nov 2012
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Microsoft teases a venture into smartphone development, testing its own design that rivals iPhone 5 and Galaxy SIII.
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Microsoft bags huge cloud win

Thu, 1st Nov 2012
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Microsoft lands a £9.8m deal with the Environmental Protection Agency, marking a significant cloud victory with Office 365 set to empower 25,000 employees.
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Microsoft sued over Windows 8 live tiles

Thu, 1st Nov 2012
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SurfCast sues Microsoft over patent infringement of 'live' tiles in Windows 8, demanding damages as tension surrounds the new OS's innovative feature.
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Windows 8 Phone could challenge iPhone

Wed, 31st Oct 2012
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Gartner predicts Windows 8 Phone could rival iPhone's market share by 2015, potentially overthrowing Blackberry as the 3rd top smartphone.
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Skype showcases Windows 8 version

Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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Skype unveils its Windows 8 version, marking its first major update since joining Microsoft. The app promises to be always on, seamless, and user-friendly.
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Windows 8 set to give Apple a run for its money

Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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Microsoft's Windows 8 challenges Apple with superior screen resolution and advanced features, hinting at a PC rebirth.
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Your mini guide to Windows 8

Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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Windows 8 introduces a touchscreen interface and a host of new apps, marking Microsoft's biggest OS update since Windows 95.
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Microsoft offers reseller roadshows

Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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Microsoft is urging resellers to get up close and personal with Windows 8, with roadshows and reseller summits kicking off this month.
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Windows 8, we're rooting for you

Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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It's an odd position, after all these years, to be firmly on the side of the company which for good reason became known as 'the Beast of Redmond'.
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Your invite - Windows 8 & Office 2013 showcase

Thu, 25th Oct 2012
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Discover the future of work with Microsoft's Windows 8 and Office 2013 at nationwide showcases. Join for demos and expert insights.