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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sitecore Integrates Microsoft Dynamics CRM to Capture Critical Sales Intelligence and Improve Custom

Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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Sitecore updates enable better customer engagement through enhanced integration with Microsoft Dynamics CRM, aiming for higher conversion rates.
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Windows Phone 7 gets new Twitter app

Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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Windows Phone 7 users rejoice as a new Twitter app arrives, offering custom designs and seamless browsing without login.
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Microsoft must look beyond the PC

Wed, 27th Oct 2010
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Former Chief Software Architect says Microsoft must look beyond the PC if it's to remain the force it is today.
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Windows 8 two years away - MS

Tue, 26th Oct 2010
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Winrumours reveals Microsoft plans to release Windows 8 in two years. No official announcement yet, and all mentions have been swiftly removed.
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Read Steve Ballmer's email on Ray Ozzie's resignation

Thu, 21st Oct 2010
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Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer announces Ray Ozzie's resignation in an internal email, highlighting Ozzie's pivotal role in the company's cloud transition.
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Microsoft's Bing to access your Facebook 'Likes'

Fri, 15th Oct 2010
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Microsoft strengthens ties with Facebook with deal to integrate content from Facebook straight into Bing's search results.
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Updated: Windows 7 Phone ad – Really

Tue, 12th Oct 2010
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End your day with a final Windows Phone 7 update and a twist: Angry Birds denies W7P version, accusing Microsoft of using their icon without permission.
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Windows Phone 7 devices announced - Updated

Tue, 12th Oct 2010
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Microsoft reveals nine Windows Phone 7 devices, launching globally this holiday with top brands and carriers, promising a unique mobile experience.