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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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Inside NZ's 'ethical hacking' firm and its quest to make systems safer
Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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New Zealand's first ethical hacking company warns of zero-day vulnerabilities in Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer.
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Equinix achieves Microsoft Gold Cloud Platform status
Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
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Equinix currently offers direct connections to Microsoft Azure via the Equinix Cloud Exchange in 20 locations around the world.
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Dropbox and Microsoft Teaming up to deliver new integrations
Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
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Dropbox’s new integrations with Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Office 365 allow users to choose additional storage options.
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IBM ceases Hadoop distribution and partners with Hortonworks​
Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
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IBM has abandoned efforts to make a business of Hadoop distributions and mirrored Microsoft in making Hortonworks its supplying partner.
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AMD launches EPYC data center processor series with the help of Baidu & Dell EMC
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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AMD launches EPYC 7000 series, a new range of data center processors, with wide industry support from partners and customers.
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A first for WA: Zetta joins Microsoft’s Global Skype Operations Framework
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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Microsoft built SOF with the intention of creating a foundation for customers that will accelerate their Skype for Business Online journey.
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Dropbox appoints former SurveyMonkey MD as ANZ country manager
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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Former Microsoft, LinkedIn and SurveyMonkey heavyweight joins Dropbox to lead ANZ business into its next phase of growth.
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Gartner: Apple top IT vendor, Google leapfrogs Microsoft and IBM
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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Apple is leading the pack as the largest IT vendor in the world, according Gartner, with Google leapfrogging both Microsoft and IBM.
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SMX rolls out email security for Office 365, Gmail & third party integration
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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SMX has launched its SMX email security suite for third-party cloud email services, meeting demand for improved email security.
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Six tips for integrating tech in the classroom
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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Discover six transformative tips from educator Eileen Heller on skilfully embedding tech into teaching for dynamic, student-centred classrooms.
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Kiwi company joins Microsoft and Associated Press to tell more data stories
Mon, 19th Jun 2017
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NZ's Enlighten Designs pairs with AP and Microsoft to transform data journalism with innovative visual storytelling.
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Tech Data extends reach as Microsoft Cloud Solution provider in Vietnam
Fri, 16th Jun 2017
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Tech Data’s Technology Solutions business - formerly a division of Avnet - has become a Microsoft Solution provider in Vietnam.
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A brief history of Claudia Batten & her contribution to tech in NZ
Thu, 15th Jun 2017
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Batten believes that New Zealand must be part of the digital world to close the geographic divide, remain relevant, and increase its prosperity.
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Adobe Stock debuts visual search and Microsoft Powerpoint integration
Thu, 15th Jun 2017
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New search technologies, expanded editorial collection and Powerpoint integration enhance a comprehensive marketplace for digital creative assets.
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A multi-cloud world: F5 ramps up cloud market with new solutions
Wed, 14th Jun 2017
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While more customers than ever are shifting to cloud infrastructures, many are consciously choosing to invest in multiple cloud technologies.
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Talend: New edition of Data Fabric platform supports Microsoft Azure & Google
Wed, 14th Jun 2017
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Stirrup says that in this environment, CIOs must design their IT infrastructure with agility to deliver in a hybrid, multi-cloud world.
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Built-in cybersecurity for business computing? Exeed has you covered
Wed, 14th Jun 2017
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Cybersecurity can seem daunting for Kiwi SMBs, which is why Exeed has come up with a solution for resellers to take advantage of.
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Microsoft uncovers how cybercrime gang uses Intel tech for stealth
Tue, 13th Jun 2017
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Microsoft uncovers details about cybercrime group PLATINUM, targeting Southeast Asia through code injection and 'hot patching'.
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E3 2017: Microsoft announces the Xbox One X console plus reveals Forza 7 and more
Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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Microsoft held its E3 2017 press conference earlier today and a ton of new things were revealed. The biggest is the announcement for the Xbox One X.
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You're invited: Live-stream to help hack your classrooms
Fri, 9th Jun 2017
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Upcoming worldwide live-stream is offering educators the chance to be inspired to incorporate technology into their classrooms.