Microsoft stories - Page 265
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 grants children access to Xbox 360 Facebook, Twitter
Thu, 10th Dec 2009
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Microsoft updates Xbox Live, giving kids access to social apps like Facebook and Twitter with parental approval, says Larry “Major Nelson” Hryb.
Microsoft announces Games on Demand for Windows LIVE
Fri, 4th Dec 2009
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From December 15th, PC gamers will be able to purchase and download games directly from their Windows LIVE client.
2010 calling
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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Despite a challenging 2009, the IT sector looks to a hopeful 2010 with job market shifts, rising Windows 7 adoption, and cloud computing progress.
Review: Microsoft Security Essentials
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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Microsoft's free solution, Security Essentials, is a mere 4.7MB download at most, and installation is straightforward and painless.
Microsoft promote Tovia Va'aelua
Thu, 26th Nov 2009
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Tovia Va'aelua, known for his work at Microsoft NZ, is set to lead the Server and Tools Business in the Philippines from Dec 2009.
Security alert for Internet Explorer
Wed, 25th Nov 2009
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Microsoft races to fix a critical flaw in Internet Explorer, affecting various Windows versions, urging users to update protections.
Committed to the channel, but not the experience?
Mon, 23rd Nov 2009
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CHANGES to the delivery of media licenses won't affect the relationship between Microsoft and its channel partners.
IDC rewards cloud excellence
Fri, 20th Nov 2009
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NetSuite became the only Software-as–a-Service (SaaS) business vendor to receive IDC's SMB Excellence Award yesterday.
Microsoft changes licensing channel
Tue, 17th Nov 2009
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Resellers could be cut out as Microsoft moves towards a more sustainable means of selling its software <br /> <br /> licenses.
Wolfram Alpha teams up with Bing
Thu, 12th Nov 2009
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Microsoft's Bing search engine has just announced a series of new features, some of which are powered by the Wolfram Alpha 'answer engine'.
More Windows patches this week
Mon, 9th Nov 2009
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Microsoft to release critical security patches for Windows and Office, affecting various versions. Users to update on Wednesday.
Review: Windows 7
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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With Windows 7, there's real evidence that Microsoft has truly listened to the many criticisms leveled at Windows Vista.
Major Nelson shatters Xbox 360 Blu-ray rumours
Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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Rumors of a Blu-ray drive for Xbox 360 have been quashed by Microsoft's Major Nelson, stating no plans for introduction.
Video: Forza Motorsport 3 on the world's largest cinema screen
Fri, 16th Oct 2009
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Microsoft and Pead PR invited Game Console to play Forza Motorsport 3 on the world's largest 35mm permanent screen at Hoyts Sylvia Park in Auckland.
October Windows updates available
Wed, 14th Oct 2009
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Microsoft's monthly Patch Tuesday, when it issues online updates for its operating systems, has set a new record this month.
DON'T MISS: Windows 7 events
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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Microsoft is set to host multiple Windows 7 events this October, featuring new innovations and key insights on Windows Server 2008 R2. Venues updated.
Microsoft Unveils Windows Mobile 6.5
Mon, 12th Oct 2009
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Microsoft has launched the new Windows 6.5 operating system which enables users to back up and share data from their phones like never before.
Hotmail blocks access to compromised accounts
Mon, 12th Oct 2009
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Hotmail has taken the step of blocking access to accounts compromised in the recent phishing attack which saw users' details posted online.
Hotmail hit with phishing scam
Mon, 12th Oct 2009
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Microsoft is urging Hotmail account holders to change their passwords after a massive phishing scam has made thousands of account details publicly available.
Microsoft makes waves with free AV
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Microsoft's launch of the free Security Essentials stirs the pot as Symantec criticises its effectiveness against modern threats.