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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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Artificial intelligence: IBM and Microsoft CEOs talk about 'new collar' jobs
Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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IBM CEO Ginni Rometty and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella discussed the impact of AI on jobs at the World Economic Forum.
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Microsoft New Zealand Partner Awards: Looking back at 10 years
Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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The Microsoft New Zealand Partner Awards celebrate their 10th anniversary with a record number of awards and finalists.
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Aussie system integrator Oobe talks federal government, Citrix, Microsoft & 2017 plans
Fri, 20th Jan 2017
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Australian system integrator Oobe has been around for 10 years. In that time, they’ve become a heavy player in the Canberra federal government scene.
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From Microsoft to Xero to Trump, oh my
Fri, 20th Jan 2017
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Xero chairman Chris Liddell is stepping down to take on a role with US president-elect Donald Trump, causing concern amongst Xero customers.
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In pics: Citrix Summit 2017 puts on a winning show
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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More than 4000 Citrix staff, partners and vendors have gathered at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California this week. Check out the pics.
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How the modern librarian is guiding research in the online era
Wed, 11th Jan 2017
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Librarians today are pivotal in combating misinformation, coaching critical online research skills for all ages.
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IBM India greets the new year with leadership switch up
Wed, 11th Jan 2017
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IBM India unveils new leadership with Karan Bajwa as managing director, replacing Vanitha Narayanan. Narayanan remains as Chairman.
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Windows OS is still full of holes, but Microsoft's making serious efforts to fix it
Wed, 11th Jan 2017
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ESET shows that the Windows operating system is continuing to be a breeding ground for vulnerabilities, but patches are never far behind.
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Microsoft India's new boss shares vision as country goes digital
Tue, 10th Jan 2017
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New head honcho at Microsoft India, Anant Maheshwari, plans to transform the company by empowering partners and making digital India a reality.
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Helping students become global citizens with Skype
Tue, 10th Jan 2017
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Skype revolutionises classrooms, empowering Kiwi students as they connect globally and grasp international perspectives.
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Skype while driving: Volvo to integrate Skype into semi-autonomous vehicles
Tue, 10th Jan 2017
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Volvo to introduce Skype app in its 90 Series cars, allowing drivers to make calls and view upcoming meetings from their dashboard.
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Wrapping up 2016 with the best of bizEDGE
Fri, 16th Dec 2016
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We take a look back at the year that was and the stories that interested New Zealand's entrepreneurial sector.
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Unlocking the chest: This year's biggest Enterprise Channel stories
Fri, 16th Dec 2016
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​2016 was a huge year for change, with leaps and bounds made in Asia’s technology channel, including resellers, system integrators and distributors.
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SecurityBrief Asia revisits 2016's year on the wild, wild web
Fri, 16th Dec 2016
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New threats, new malware, new attacks, new chaos and new ways to fight back: A look back at Asia cybersecurity in 2016.
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Former IBM exec the new head honcho at Microsoft Australia
Thu, 15th Dec 2016
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Microsoft appoints Steven Worrall as new managing director for Australian market, replacing Pip Marlow after nearly 2 decades.
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Pip Marlow exits Microsoft Australia; Steven Worrall to take top job
Thu, 15th Dec 2016
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After 21 years, Pip Marlow departs Microsoft Australia for Suncorp role, handing reins to Steven Worrall come January.
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Ingram Micro NZ and Microsoft celebrate 25 year partnership
Thu, 15th Dec 2016
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Twenty-five years is a lifetime in tech, but for Ingram Micro NZ and Microsoft, there's still more to come in their 25 year partnership.
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Students should focus more on content with presentation software, not design
Tue, 13th Dec 2016
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Revolutionise academics: Focus on substance over style with innovative presentation software that simplifies design.
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Detachables: Apple pushes Microsoft out of top spot
Tue, 13th Dec 2016
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Apple has surged to the top of the detachable market in New Zealand, pushing Microsoft into second, according to IDC New Zealand.
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The future: All you need to know about the new Dynamics 365
Tue, 13th Dec 2016
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Microsoft has brought together its trusted Dynamics cloud solutions into a single suite of solutions under the Dynamics 365 banner - read more.