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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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Standout growth in digital services, Dynamics bolster Empired revenue
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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'Standout' growth across digital, Microsoft Dynamics and data insights, have bolstered Empired's revenue but not spared the company from a net loss.
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Microsoft going strong in mission to help users stomp out hate speech
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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Microsoft is continuing to crack down on hate speech and is making it easier for people to report it, the company reports.
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Rackspace shakes up cloud strategy in new $4.3 billion deal
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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Rackspace is set to become a private company under a USD $4.3 billion deal with Apollo Global Management, aiming for growth in the managed cloud industry.
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Lenovo and Microsoft strengthen strategic ties
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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Lenovo will now offer Microsoft productivity apps on its Android devices, deepening the strategic relationship between the two companies.
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Intergen joins exclusive Microsoft Dynamics Inner Circle 2016
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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Intergen lauded for joining Microsoft Dynamics Inner Circle, an elite global network, spotlighting Kiwi excellence in tech services.
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Intel targets all-in-one headset and Microsoft partnership to bring VR into the mainstream
Thu, 25th Aug 2016
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Intel has made its move into the virtual reality market, launching an untethered all-in-one handset and announcing a partnership with Microsoft.
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Rhipe adds more than $8 million to revenue from Microsoft CSP
Thu, 25th Aug 2016
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Rhipe has reported a 32% increase in revenue with the addition of Microsoft’s CSP program in Australia adding $8 million in revenue in its first year.
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Microsoft announces it is releasing an 'Xbox Onesie'
Tue, 23rd Aug 2016
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Microsoft is renowned for its line up of technology products, but today it has revealed its new product called the 'Xbox Onesie'.
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OneNet signs on as Microsoft CSP, looks to expand cloud sales
Tue, 23rd Aug 2016
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This opens up massive opportunities for partners to package their solutions with Microsoft cloud offerings and provides a custom roadmap to the cloud.
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Microsoft switches to monthly Windows 7, 8.1 and Server 2012 updates
Mon, 22nd Aug 2016
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Microsoft is planning monthly rollout update for Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and users for all non-security related updates.
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Brocade ensures an 'easy deploy' with its vADC solution
Mon, 22nd Aug 2016
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Brocade announces vADC solution now available on Microsoft Azure Marketplace, making it easier for partners with multiple cloud strategies.
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Intel debuts silicon photonics – the next BIG thing in data centers
Thu, 18th Aug 2016
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copper network
Intel has announced that it has developed silicon photonics technology which will replace data center copper wires.
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Building Microsoft's hyper-scale cloud
Thu, 18th Aug 2016
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As one of the largest cloud operators in the world, Microsoft’s hyper-scale workloads have changed the way we design and operate data centers.
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In pics: HP premium showcase event at the Emirates Team NZ base
Tue, 16th Aug 2016
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HP unveils cutting-edge tech at Emirates Team NZ, with talks on innovation and a shared vision for the future.
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Craig McGregor promoted to top Aussie channel role for Check Point
Thu, 11th Aug 2016
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Check Point has promoted Craig McGregor to head up its Australian channel as the vendor looks to increase share and help partners increase revenue.
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Pirated software costs reseller $300,000 in landmark Microsoft settlement
Thu, 11th Aug 2016
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Software Oz is one of three Aussie resellers busted by Microsoft for selling pirated software, with the online store agreeing to a landmark settlement.
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YOU'RE INVITED: Dynamics Day 2016 - not one to miss
Thu, 11th Aug 2016
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Dynamics Day 2016 is your chance to spend a day amongst business experts and peers and consider how technology can drive your business goals.
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Special Microsoft data and intelligence achievement for Empired
Wed, 10th Aug 2016
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Empired's data platform achieves Microsoft certification, positioning the firm as a leader in data and intelligence in Australia and New Zealand.
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How to become a Microsoft Innovative Educator
Tue, 9th Aug 2016
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The Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Expert programme is an exclusive program created to recognise global educator visionaries.
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It takes a tech sector to raise a digital child
Tue, 9th Aug 2016
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digital curriculum
Government needs to partner with the tech sector to embed digital education in New Zealand schools, says Microsoft NZ's Evan Blackman.