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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's Azure Security Centre is now generally available
Fri, 22nd Jul 2016
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Microsoft's Azure Security Centre launches, promising enhanced threat detection and strengthened resource protection for users.
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In depth analysis of AWS, Azure and Google IaaS: Who came out on top?
Thu, 21st Jul 2016
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Gartner's latest IaaS review reveals AWS leading, with Azure close behind, but Google trails in cloud service race.
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Modality Systems proud to be finalist in Microsoft Australia Partner Awards
Thu, 21st Jul 2016
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Modality Systems named finalist in 'Winning Together' category at Microsoft Australia Partner Awards. Winners announced September 5.
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Microsoft AppSource: Increase the reach of your SaaS business apps
Thu, 21st Jul 2016
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One of the key focus areas for us is to ensure that the end user experience is stellar when they discover and try apps from AppSource.
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You can now bring in business 24/7 with Microsoft Bookings
Thu, 21st Jul 2016
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Microsoft Bookings: A new Office 365 service for hassle-free appointment scheduling, helps businesses stay open round the clock.
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Microsoft fourth quarter earnings release - what you need to know
Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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Microsoft’s results for the fourth quarter are out and because of cloud business the company's shares have reportedly jumped over 3% since the release.
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LinkedIn reveals new vision for the modern day data center
Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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LinkedIn has had itself a busy month. In June, the social networking site for the professional world announced it had been acquired by Microsoft.
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BEC scams targeting a business near you
Tue, 19th Jul 2016
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BEC scams are low-tech financial fraud in which hoax emails from CEOs are sent to financial staff to request transfers of large amounts of money.
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Microsoft reveals release date for Xbox One S console
Tue, 19th Jul 2016
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Microsoft has announced the release date for the Xbox One S console. This is the new slim version that is coloured white.
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Wardy IT celebrates four year run as HPE Microsoft data platform winner
Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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Wardy IT Solutions has scooped up the Asia Pacific HPE and Microsoft Frontline Partner Award 2016 for Data Platform - for the fourth year in a row.
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Facebook CIO says Microsoft 'got cool again'
Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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Facebook's CIO praises Microsoft's resurgence at WPC, declaring it 'cool again' with robust Office 365 adoption.
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Microsoft's huge breakthrough with DNA data storage
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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Researchers at Microsoft and the University of Washington have reached an early milestone by storing a record 200 megabytes of data within DNA.
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Microsoft announces special Xbox One S bundle with Gears of War 4
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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The new Xbox One S console is getting a special Gears of War 4 bundle later this year. A great package for those wanting a slimmer console.
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Microsoft wins legal battle over data center access
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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Microsoft has won its legal challenge against the U.S. government's demand for access to emails stored in its Irish data centre, bolstering privacy rights.
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Microsoft WPC: Day 3 highlights
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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Day three highlights from Microsoft's Worldwide Partner Conference included speeches about empowerment, working together, announcements and ebooks.
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Microsoft WPC: New resources to help partners capitalise on the explosive demand
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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To put it simply, the greater cloud market is changing how business gets done, and it presents a huge opportunity for our partners, says Microsoft.
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Veeam Availability 9.5 offers easy integration for two Microsoft releases
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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Veeam bolsters tech synergy with seamless integration for Windows Server 2016 and Hyper-V in its latest Availability Suite 9.5.
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Microsoft on the value of building and nurturing strategic partnerships
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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Access to other partners in the Microsoft Partner Network can lead to business growth and increased profitability, says Sharon Lee from Microsoft.
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Microsoft WPC: What’s in it for the Kiwi channel?
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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Kiwi channel players attending Microsoft’s Worldwide Partner Conference in Toronto outline the key takeaways for the Kiwi channel.
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Microsoft WPC: CEO's mission to lighten the cognitive load for partners
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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Microsoft CEO, Satya Nadella, has outlined the new business opportunities for partners as organisations undergo digital transformation.