Microsoft stories - Page 75
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.
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.
Samsung reveals new rugged smartphone for enterprise
Mon, 20th Jan 2020
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The XCover Pro is IP68 water and dust resistant, capable of withstanding drops of up to 1.5m without a case, and will include Samsung POS software.
Asia Pacific retailers understand retail's 'intelligent' future, but fail to act
Mon, 20th Jan 2020
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Retailers across Asia Pacific realise that the future of retail is ‘intelligent’, but the majority have not started their AI journeys.
Veritas: PCs running Windows 7 vulnerable to ransomware
Fri, 17th Jan 2020
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
With Windows 7 support ending on January 14, Veritas Technologies warns 26% of PCs will face increased ransomware risks, urging swift preparations.
Avnet announces IoT programme and marketplace
Tue, 14th Jan 2020
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public cloud
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iot
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partner programmes
Avnet launches IoTConnect programme, allowing developers to build IoT solutions on its Microsoft Azure-powered platform, with an upcoming marketplace.
Cloud4C achieves Microsoft Azure Expert Managed Services Provider status
Wed, 18th Dec 2019
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Cloud4C attains Microsoft Azure Expert Managed Services Provider status, recognising their expertise in Azure services.
SolarWinds announces new backup solution for Office 365
Wed, 18th Dec 2019
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cloud services
SolarWinds unveils its new Backup for Office 365, ensuring data retention and recovery across Exchange, OneDrive, and SharePoint via a unified dashboard.
Veritec appoints Melanie Milsom as new partner manager
Tue, 17th Dec 2019
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She will be responsible for developing and driving the company’s partner strategy with specific responsibility for the company’s Microsoft relationship.
SMBs delaying PC refreshes at great cost
Tue, 17th Dec 2019
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operating systems
A survey by TechAisle and Microsoft reveals that many New Zealand SMBs stick with outdated PCs, risking high costs, security threats, and inefficiencies.
Xbox Series X console promises ‘four times the processing power of the Xbox One X’
Mon, 16th Dec 2019
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Microsoft unveils the Xbox Series X, boasting four times the processing power of the Xbox One X, support for 8K, and cutting-edge gaming features.
NTT and Microsoft team up for future solutions
Mon, 16th Dec 2019
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data analytics
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public cloud
Initiatives include creating a Global Digital Fabric, enterprise solutions built on Azure, and all-photonics network and digital twin computing tech.
Case study: FlexiGroup shifts the dial with Dynamics 365
Tue, 10th Dec 2019
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crm
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digital transformation
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martech
The company had attempted to overhaul CRM in the past, with vendors shoehorning systems into the company without properly understanding the processes.
Ingram Micro enters MSP deal with Nerdio
Fri, 6th Dec 2019
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Ingram Micro partners with Nerdio to offer managed service providers the ability to deploy Microsoft Azure within two hours.
Microsoft-backed security firm SpyCloud amplifies enterprise protection
Thu, 5th Dec 2019
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cybersecurity
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spycloud
Backed by US$21 million from Microsoft’s venture fund, SpyCloud strengthens its position in cybersecurity with cutting-edge ATO prevention technology.
Pegasystems adds Kubernetes support to Cloud Choice Guarantee offering
Wed, 4th Dec 2019
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cloud services
Pegasystems has enhanced its Cloud Choice Guarantee to include Kubernetes, enabling clients to deploy Pega on popular cloud platforms and maintain flexibility.
Rockwell Automation joins forces with Accenture, Microsoft, to simplify digital transformation
Fri, 29th Nov 2019
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digital transformation
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iot
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industrial iot
Rockwell Automation’s new Digital Partner Program streamlines industrial IoT implementations by connecting customers to digital expertise and solutions.
Hands-on review: Microsoft Surface Pro 7
Thu, 28th Nov 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Considering the price, there are certainly cheaper options on the market but the performance in the Surface Pro 7 is much better than that of the Surface Pro 6.
Hands-on review: Microsoft Surface Laptop 3
Thu, 28th Nov 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 3 is a sleek, robust notebook that impresses with its style and build quality, but its price may deter some potential buyers.
Interview: Microsoft's Diana Kelley talks talent gaps and D&I
Wed, 27th Nov 2019
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Microsoft's Diana Kelley discusses bridging the cybersecurity skills gap, focusing on reskilling and how diversity and inclusion shape roles in technology.
Photo gallery: Inside Microsoft's new Experience Center Asia
Thu, 21st Nov 2019
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photo gallery
Microsoft's Asia Experience Center opened just last week, and already it is attracting customers and partners from around the world.
Fortinet expands integration with Azure
Wed, 20th Nov 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet’s Security Fabric now integrates deeper with Microsoft Azure, enhancing dynamic cloud security offerings to better protect and manage cloud workloads.