Microsoft stories - Page 256
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.
Big names join forces to fight Apple trademark
Wed, 18th May 2011
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Tech giants Microsoft, Nokia, HTC, and Sony Ericsson join Amazon in challenging Apple's 'App Store' trademark in Europe as too generic.
MHA Lyncs up
Tue, 17th May 2011
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MHA Cloud Computing brings Microsoft Lync, an integrated communication solution, to SMEs, enhancing remote collaboration with a full feature set.
Cyber-thieves use 'marketing-like' tactics says Microsoft
Fri, 13th May 2011
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Microsoft's recent Security Intelligence Report reports an up-tick in use of marketing-like approaches by cyber-criminals.
Confirmed: Microsoft buys skype for $8.5b - Updated
Thu, 12th May 2011
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Some are questioning the financial sense of the deal, especially for such a large amount when Skype's 2010 revenue was $860 million.
Rumour: Next Xbox 360 dashboard update to add PayPal support
Wed, 11th May 2011
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In the wake of the PlayStation Network debacle, a rumoured Xbox 360 dashboard update could see Microsoft offer Xbox LIVE users another payment method.
Microsoft rumoured to be close to Skype deal - Updated
Tue, 10th May 2011
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Rumours have been swirling around potential acquisitions and/or deals with Skype - now Microsoft may have swooped in with a lot of cash.
Safari and Chrome make gains in browser wars
Tue, 3rd May 2011
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Amid the browser battles, Safari and Chrome surge as IE and Firefox lose ground, despite their latest updates.
Windows 7 revenue drops
Fri, 29th Apr 2011
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Despite a PC market slump, Microsoft's Q3 earnings soar, led by Office and Xbox, even as Windows 7 sales dip 4%.
Xbox 360 division sales grow by 60%
Fri, 29th Apr 2011
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Microsoft's Xbox 360 sales soar by 60%, driven by Kinect's success, pushing lifetime sales to 52.7m units amid robust division growth.
Rumour: Next Microsoft, Sony consoles due 2014
Thu, 21st Apr 2011
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Kotaku reveals Microsoft and Sony's next-gen consoles set for 2024, aiming to outlast current models and challenge Nintendo's next move.
Apple headhunts Microsoft cloud expert
Mon, 18th Apr 2011
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Apple snags Microsoft's cloud guru, Kevin Timmons, to elevate its data center prowess amid a search for an engineering ace.
Polycom picks Azure for new cloud services
Fri, 15th Apr 2011
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Polycom teams with Microsoft, hosting new Accordent Media Services on Azure, enhancing video management for businesses globally.
Microsoft targets SAP, Oracle apps business
Tue, 12th Apr 2011
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Microsoft aims to target SAP, Oracle and Salesforce.com in its biggest assault on the business software market yet.
Pingar launches new Chinese portals
Tue, 12th Apr 2011
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Tauranga's Pingar unveils traditional and simplified Chinese portals at Hong Kong ICT Expo, aiming to serve the vast government and corporate sectors in China.
Minecraft 'official' release date announced
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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Minecraft sets its official release for 11/11/11, as creator Notch shares insights on future updates and reflects on the game's success.
Office for Mac Service Pack 1 - out now
Thu, 7th Apr 2011
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Microsoft launches Office for Mac 2011 SP1, boasting enhanced stability, security, and key features like better Outlook sync.
Microsoft unveils Dynamics AX 2012
Tue, 5th Apr 2011
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Microsoft revolutionises global manufacturing with Dynamics AX 2012, promising a unified ERP solution for diverse manufacturing processes.
Microsoft urges users: 'drop internet explorer 6'
Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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Microsoft campaigns for the end of Internet Explorer 6, urging upgrade for a safer, modern browsing experience.
Microsoft takes Google search to court
Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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Microsoft files complaint with the EU Commission, accusing Google of stifling competition in the search market, seeks fair play.
39% of SMBs to pay for cloud services within three years
Tue, 29th Mar 2011
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Microsoft's global study reveals 39% of SMBs will purchase cloud services within three years, highlighting a growing opportunity for hosting service providers.