Microsoft stories - Page 263
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.
Microsoft Office 2010 interview - part 2
Fri, 30th Apr 2010
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In the second part of our interview, Geoff Anderson discusses Microsoft's cloud vision, Office 2010 beta, and meeting Bill Gates.
Microsoft vet joins Jabra
Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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Harold Melnick, ex-Microsoft, named head of Marketing and Alliances at Jabra ANZ, aiming to bolster partner relations and brand strategy.
Alan Wake 'Bright Falls' shorts detailed
Tue, 27th Apr 2010
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Microsoft unveils 'Bright Falls', a six-part live-action prequel to Alan Wake, promising spine-tingling suspense across episodes.
Modern Warfare 2 matchmaking tweaked
Mon, 26th Apr 2010
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Microsoft updates Xbox Live matchmaking for Modern Warfare 2, aiming to improve connections for geographically isolated gamers, like those in Australia.
Microsoft pulls server patch - Updated
Fri, 23rd Apr 2010
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Microsoft withdraws a server patch after failing to fix critical vulnerabilities, promising an updated solution soon.
Microsoft investigates Chinese supplier
Mon, 19th Apr 2010
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Microsoft dispatches auditors to KYE factory in Dongguan, China, after a report on adverse labour conditions. Investigation to ensure compliance with standards.
Microsoft takes a Micro Focus
Tue, 13th Apr 2010
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Microsoft and Micro Focus bolster their partnership with the launch of four innovative products built on Visual Studio 2010.
Microsoft raids reseller
Wed, 7th Apr 2010
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Pirated copies of Windows and Office have been confiscated after Microsoft and UAE authorities raid a city reseller.
Microsoft Office 2010 interview
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Part 1: Microsoft Senior Product Manager and New Zealand expat, Geoff Anderson, talks to IT Brief about the upcoming launch of Office 2010.
Greenpeace fires data centre power warning
Wed, 31st Mar 2010
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Apple, Microsoft, Yahoo and Facebook have been called upon to power their data centres with renewable energy sources.
Another fix for Internet Explorer
Wed, 31st Mar 2010
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Microsoft to release urgent security updates for Internet Explorer across all versions in the next 24 hours, warning users of critical vulnerabilities.
Messenger for Mac 8 beta released
Fri, 26th Mar 2010
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Microsoft has released the Messenger for Mac 8 beta, which will connect Mac users via audio or video call to a contact on the Windows Live network.
Comprehensive Natal demo coming to E3 2010
Fri, 26th Mar 2010
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Microsoft unveils an in-depth look at Project Natal at E3 2010 with a grand debut and gaming line-up reveal in Los Angeles.
Microsoft squeezes Citrix into Windows server pack
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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Citrix and Microsoft team up to boost virtual desktops with rich graphics in Windows Server 2008 R2, elevating remote work experiences.
NetApp: 'Our growth is undeniable'
Fri, 5th Mar 2010
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Data management firm has said its SAN business has doubled in two years and lists companies such as Brocade, Cisco, Microsoft, and VMware on its CV.
Microsoft launches new MultiPoint Server
Wed, 3rd Mar 2010
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Microsoft launches MultiPoint Server, boosting affordable tech in education by enabling shared computer access for multiple users.
New IE exploit detected
Tue, 2nd Mar 2010
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Microsoft is racing to patch a new Internet Explorer vulnerability that could let hackers control PCs via a malicious web page and an F1 key press.
Support ending soon for some Windows users
Tue, 2nd Mar 2010
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Microsoft has issued use-by deadlines for more Windows<br />products - meaning full support for them will soon cease.
The new architecture
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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While virtualisation in business is growing, migration of mission-critical applications remains a sticking point, according to Gartner.
Microsoft shuts down huge botnet
Fri, 26th Feb 2010
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Microsoft has gained a court order shutting down a criminal botnet<br />believed to have infected hundreds of thousands of computers around the world.