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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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Microsoft and SAP join forces in the cloud
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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Microsoft and SAP unite to offer integrated cloud solutions, aiming to transform enterprise digital landscapes with SAP S/4HANA running on Microsoft Azure.
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HPE’s cloud ecosystem marketplace now the world's largest
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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HPE’s Cloud28+ marketplace has become the world's largest cloud ecosystem, featuring over 570 partners and close to 20,000 available services.
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CT4 moves into NEXTDC's B2 Brisbane data center
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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CT4 begins leveraging NEXTDC's B2 Brisbane data center to enhance its cloud infrastructure, aiming to boost connectivity and expand services in Australia.
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Cybercrime selling like hotcakes: Ransomware sales soar 2500% in one year
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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​The way criminals ply their trade has changed dramatically since the rise of the digital era, and not for the better – at least for the victims.
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Scale your managed service business with Microsoft’s cloud DRaaS solution
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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Scale your managed service business with Microsoft’s Azure Site Recovery, the most cost-effective DR solution, supported by Tech Data’s comprehensive framework.
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Case study: Microsoft empowers Kotahi, NZ's largest supply chain collaboration
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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Kotahi, New Zealand's largest supply chain collaborator, embraces digital transformation with the help of Microsoft Surface Hub.
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Microsoft teaches a Kiwi institution a few new digital tricks
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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BNZ partners with Microsoft to upgrade their communication tools, improving staff efficiency and team collaboration. #digitaltransformation.
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Testing, testing 1-2-3: Three reasons why cloud testing matters
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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As cloud is the new normal, continuous testing of cloud workloads needs to be embraced as the new normal too,.
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Dynatrace’s full stack monitoring joins the Microsoft Azure marketplace
Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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It's what innovative companies are looking for - the ability to use the latest technologies coupled with the trust that they’ll work.
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4 trends driving Singapore's hyperscale data center market
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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Key players, from Amazon Web Services, Google and Microsoft to Alibaba Cloud, have increased their uptake of data center capacity in Singapore.
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Exclusive interview: Ruckus on public Wi-Fi and ANZ smart cities
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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For organisations with a Wi-Fi network with hundreds of thousands of access points, keeping on top of huge volumes of data traffic can be a challenge.
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Exclusive interview: Microsoft on diversity, regulating NZ’s sharing economy & Uberisation
Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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In an exclusive interview, Microsoft's CTO Jennifer Byrne discusses regulating New Zealand's sharing economy, women at Microsoft, and the Uberisation of tech.
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Rackspace completes its largest acquisition to date
Fri, 17th Nov 2017
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Rackspace finalises its largest acquisition by purchasing Datapipe, enhancing its managed hosting and private cloud capabilities globally.
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Equinix helps Singapore bank reduce carbon footprint with new data center
Thu, 16th Nov 2017
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Equinix aids DBS Bank in converting its traditional data centre to a cloud facility, slashing operational costs by 75% and boosting energy efficiency.
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Microsoft ramps up AI game with new tools
Thu, 16th Nov 2017
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Microsoft has released a series of AI tools and solutions to help enterprise organisations gain intelligence and amplify human ingenuity.
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Microsoft Australia unveils 2017 partner award winners
Tue, 14th Nov 2017
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Microsoft Australia has announced the 2017 Partner Award winners, recognising six organisations for their 'digital innovation leadership' in various categories.
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Rackspace unveils private cloud partnership with HPE
Tue, 14th Nov 2017
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HPE and Rackspace have joined forces to launch a private cloud service, offering the benefits of public cloud in a secure and customizable environment.
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Microsoft: how Aussie businesses can thrive in the digital economy
Tue, 14th Nov 2017
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The tech giant outlined the opportunity for local organisations while cautioning that strong digital leadership is required.
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Azure Site Recovery offers resellers a more predictable income stream
Tue, 14th Nov 2017
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Microsoft's Azure Site Recovery helps resellers secure a steady income with cloud-based disaster recovery solutions, tapping into the growing cloud IT market.
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Carbon Black taps ex-Microsoft talent for channel VP role
Mon, 13th Nov 2017
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Carbon Black appoints Victor Gureghian Baez, former Microsoft executive, as VP of worldwide channels to drive growth and expand global reseller footprint.