Microsoft stories - Page 258
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.
Nokia seeks MS partnership to battle Google, Apple
Thu, 10th Feb 2011
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A software deal is said to on the table to bring Microsoft's WP7 mobile operating system to Nokia phones. Can two wrongs make a right?.
Microsoft announces Xbox LIVE Arcade House Party
Thu, 10th Feb 2011
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Xbox LIVE's annual House Party returns with a stellar lineup, promising a new game every Wednesday, starting with 'Hard Corps: Uprising'.
Google catches Bing cheating
Wed, 2nd Feb 2011
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Sting operation finds Microsoft's search engine copying Google results and displaying them as its own, says Google.
Microsoft registers 'kinecthalo.com' domain
Wed, 2nd Feb 2011
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Microsoft's registration of kinecthalo.com hints at a potential Kinect-enabled Halo game, spurring speculation amid rumours of a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved.
2010 – The year of Xbox
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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2010 hailed as Xbox's landmark year, with a 42% growth fuelled by Kinect's launch and hits like Halo: Reach, marking Microsoft's triumphant stride in gaming.
Burdened by inefficiency
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Faced with outdated systems, businesses must weigh the cost of upgrading ERP solutions against the risk of inefficiency stifling growth.
Microsoft Business Integration Roadshow detailed
Thu, 27th Jan 2011
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Microsoft's Business Integration Roadshow kicks off in Auckland on Feb 14, aiming to streamline businesses with cutting-edge tech.
Microsoft opens new tech marketplace in NZ
Wed, 19th Jan 2011
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Microsoft launches Pinpoint in NZ, a tech marketplace aimed at connecting businesses with innovative solutions and expertise.
All-star cloud summit planned for Auckland - Updated
Fri, 14th Jan 2011
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Event to feature Microsoft and Gartner speakers from New Zealand and around the Asia Pacific region - registration now live.
Microsoft fights Apple's App Store trademark
Thu, 13th Jan 2011
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'App Store' is a generic term that competitors should be able to use, Microsoft tells the US Patent and Trademark Office.
Microsoft shares cloud technology
Thu, 16th Dec 2010
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Three Australian research firms have joined Microsoft's Global Cloud Research Engagement Initiative to accelerate scientific discovery.
Windows 8 tablet tipped for CES
Wed, 15th Dec 2010
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Microsoft Chief Executive Steve Ballmer January's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is already shaping up to be one to watch.
Microsoft preps last major patch of 2010
Mon, 13th Dec 2010
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Last security update of the year to address 40 vulnerabilities in Windows, Office, IE, SharePoint and Exchange.
Microsoft pitches for Salesforce, Oracle customers
Fri, 10th Dec 2010
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Open letter and special offer made to lure Salesforce.com and Oracle customers into trying Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online.
MS strikes deal with WP7 jailbreakers
Thu, 2nd Dec 2010
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Work stops on the ChevronWP7 jailbreaking tool as Microsoft enters into talks with the developer about bringing some of its features to the main OS.
Google launches Cloud Connect Office beta
Tue, 23rd Nov 2010
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Google's Cloud Connect service for Microsoft Office proves popular, with all places being filled in just hours.
Rumour: Gears of War title headed to Kinect?
Tue, 16th Nov 2010
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IGN reports a potential announcement of a Kinect-enabled Gears of War game by Microsoft and Epic Games at the upcoming Spike TV VGAs.
Ballmer sells 12% of Microsoft stake
Mon, 8th Nov 2010
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Steve Ballmer, Microsoft CEO, is offloading 12% of his stake not due to loss of faith but for tax planning and financial diversity.
Microsoft issues IE warning
Thu, 4th Nov 2010
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Microsoft probes a critical flaw in all IE versions, allowing for potential remote attacks. Targeted exploits reported.
Microsoft to open Russian tech centre
Tue, 2nd Nov 2010
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Microsoft is investing millions to open a tech centre in Russia, partnering with local universities to boost innovation and support start-ups at Skolkovo.