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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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Ubisoft announces Fighters Uncaged

Fri, 20th Aug 2010
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The inevitable fighting title for Microsoft's motion-sensing peripheral has been officially announced! Read on for the first details and the trailer.
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IE9 available soon

Mon, 16th Aug 2010
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Microsoft has announced that the beta version of its new web browser, Internet Explorer 9, will be available for download soon.
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Microsoft downplays PC slowdown talk

Thu, 12th Aug 2010
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Microsoft counters PC decline fears amid rising smartphone and iPad popularity, citing strong global PC market growth.
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Microsoft patches botched Hotmail update

Thu, 12th Aug 2010
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Microsoft rapidly fixes flaws in the latest Hotmail update, enhancing the email experience for 350m users worldwide with new features.
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Polycom extends Microsoft deal

Tue, 10th Aug 2010
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Polycom and Microsoft ink a multi-year, global deal to revolutionize unified communications, promising improved business productivity.
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Microsoft launches Dynamics AX for Retail

Fri, 6th Aug 2010
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Microsoft debuts Dynamics AX for Retail, promising a comprehensive solution for mid-sized retailers to enhance productivity and customer service.
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Microsoft tablets a 'job one urgency'

Mon, 2nd Aug 2010
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Microsoft vows job one urgency on Windows 7 tablets to rival Apple, as Ballmer promises full-on push with leading tech brands on board.
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Halo: Reach is finished

Mon, 2nd Aug 2010
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Bungie has confirmed that it's put Halo: Reach to bed, ending a ten-year love affair with Microsoft's nearest thing to a mascot, Master Chief.
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Microsoft sticks foot in door of Google-Yahoo Japan deal

Mon, 2nd Aug 2010
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Microsoft challenges the Google-Yahoo Japan deal, citing harm to competition and potential market control in Japan.
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What's in your ERP toolbox?

Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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An ERP system should not only meet current requirements, but also be fl exible and scalable enough to meet future business needs.
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Microsoft slams Yahoo! Japan-Google deal

Wed, 28th Jul 2010
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Microsoft criticizes Yahoo! Japan-Google deal, claiming it threatens search market competition and privacy in Japan.
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Google guns for MS Exchange business

Tue, 27th Jul 2010
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Google launches a suite of apps aimed at government bodies to cut IT costs and boost security, now adopted by Los Angeles.
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Microsoft to replace codes for early Alan Wake DLC redeemers

Tue, 27th Jul 2010
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Remedy promises new DLC codes for early 'Alan Wake' redeemers following redeption issues, ensuring valid email linked to XBL accounts is key.
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Paul Muckleston new MD for Microsoft

Sat, 24th Jul 2010
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Paul Muckleston announced as Microsoft's new MD, set to drive NZ's next growth phase from Aug 2, succeeding Kevin Ackhurst.
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Microsoft reveals BPOS roadmap

Wed, 21st Jul 2010
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Microsoft's future roadmap for its Business Productivity Online suite aims to bridge the gap between on-premises and hosted server features by fiscal 2011.
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Icehouse event for start-ups

Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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The Icehouse's monthly First Wednesday events offer aspiring entrepreneurs insights into start-up success. October's session is open, but spots are limited.
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Hotmail gets an overhaul

Fri, 16th Jul 2010
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Microsoft has given its veteran email service, Hotmail, an overhaul, adding several new features including better spam protection.
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Microsoft tightens data security

Fri, 16th Jul 2010
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Microsoft partners with Websense to boost data security, offering advanced classification and protection for sensitive business information.
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Mindjet MindManager emerges as must-have software for business professionals

Thu, 15th Jul 2010
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MindManager empowers business professionals to better capture, organise and communicate ideas, information and projects for business success.
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Intergen joins Microsoft VIP club

Thu, 15th Jul 2010
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Intergen ascends to Microsoft's elite Inner Circle, celebrating top-tier success in Dynamics partnership at the Worldwide Partner Conference.