Microsoft stories - Page 111
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.
Binary Tree zeroes in on APAC with new managing director appointment
Thu, 4th May 2017
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During his leadership Binary Tree grew in Europe, Africa and the Middle East by 500% and strengthened ties with major partners like Microsoft and HP.
Microsoft takes on Google, Apple in education market with new Surface Laptop
Wed, 3rd May 2017
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Microsoft is looking to go to the top of the class with its new Surface Laptop with Windows 10S, unveiled overnight in New York.
You're invited: Microsoft stream mystery edtech announcement
Tue, 2nd May 2017
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New education technology announcements from Microsoft to be unveiled via live stream later tonight. What could they be? We'll keep you posted.
How to support a remote workforce without losing your mind
Tue, 2nd May 2017
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Embracing remote work with sanity intact: Lenovo's guide to managing virtual teams effectively beckons a strategic tech approach.
Bumper growth for Amazon competitors no threat to AWS dominance
Mon, 1st May 2017
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Microsoft, Google and IBM may have posted 80%-plus growth, but they're still a long way from challenging market leader AWS.
Dotmailer & Microsoft: Aussie investment with local data centre
Mon, 1st May 2017
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Dotmailer ramps up Aussie presence with a new local data centre, bolstering APAC service with Microsoft Azure's cloud tech.
Office 365, Azure continue to drive Microsoft growth as Surface drops
Mon, 1st May 2017
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Strong growth in Office 365 and Azure has helped Microsoft to an 8% growth in revenue for the latest quarter, and offset declines seen elsewhere.
Windows 10 adopted by 91% of IT professionals, but plagued with concerns
Mon, 1st May 2017
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87% of IT professionals have Windows 10 concerns, including application compatibility, need for user training, and manual migration effort.
From raw data to actionable intelligence: The art and science of endpoint security
Fri, 28th Apr 2017
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The endpoint is vulnerable. That’s where many enterprise cyber breaches begin: An employee clicks on a phishing link and installs malware.
Microsoft appoints Insight MD as Asia Pacific vice president
Thu, 27th Apr 2017
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Microsoft has appointed Andrea Della Mattea as its new Asia Pacific operations vice president as the company continues its DX focus locally.
Increase parent engagement by sharing access to class work
Thu, 27th Apr 2017
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New OneNote update empowers parents with a window into their child's classwork, fostering enhanced engagement and communication.
LinkedIn integration with Microsoft Dynamics 365 announced
Wed, 26th Apr 2017
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Microsoft has unveiled new business solutions and capabilities for Microsoft Dynamics 365 to empower companies to transform digitally.
Microsoft fuses AI into its next-generation data platform
Mon, 24th Apr 2017
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Microsoft unveils data platform strategy to bring intelligence to where the data lives. #Microsoft #DataPlatformStrategy.
The war on cloud pricing: Object storage moves into the mainstream
Mon, 24th Apr 2017
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451 Research says that virtual machines have been the traditional battleground for price cuts as providers seek to gain attention and differentiation.
Veeam channel boss talks renewed vertical focus, investments and visibility
Mon, 24th Apr 2017
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Veeam's new channel chief Belinda Jurisic embarks on ANZ partner road trip, pledging increased support and sector focus.
Microsoft: Aussie workers not ready for the Digital Age, report says
Mon, 24th Apr 2017
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The study looks at the shift in employee behaviours and gaps in the workplace regarding productivity, collaboration and flexi-work practices.
Aussie reseller to pay nearly $1m in damages for Microsoft piracy
Fri, 21st Apr 2017
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An Aussie reseller has been ordered to pay Microsoft nearly $1 million in damages for selling pirated software, with further cases likely.
NZ company Information Leadership wins govt. partner award
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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The company operates nationwide in local and central government, as well as in science, health and commercial sectors.
Microsoft launches ‘phone signin’ for Android and iOS - but what about its Windows Phone?
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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Microsoft has launched 'phone sign-in’ specifically for Microsoft accounts on Android and iOS - but what about Windows Phones?.
Innovix launches cloud marketplace; signs on as Microsoft CSP
Tue, 18th Apr 2017
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Innovix has launched its cloud marketplace in Singapore and Malaysia, while also signing on as a Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider.