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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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Plunket chooses cloud based Office 365

Mon, 2nd Jul 2012
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How one of New Zealand's most loved charitable organisations improved its service delivery through web-based collaboration technology.
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Microsoft Office 365 free for educators

Fri, 29th Jun 2012
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Microsoft New Zealand unveils Office 365 for Education for free, transforming learning with cloud-based tools for students and educators.
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Acer's frosty response to the Microsoft Surface

Fri, 22nd Jun 2012
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Acer slams Microsoft's move into tablet market with Surface, casting doubts on its success and future partnership dynamics.
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Veeam, Microsoft bond strong

Wed, 20th Jun 2012
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Veeam and Microsoft strengthen ties, Veeam's Management Pack pre-installed on Microsoft Systems Centre 2012, addressing VM sprawl.
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Learning server looks for NZ organisation for trial

Wed, 20th Jun 2012
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Say goodbye to forgotten software training with a German instant learning server launching in NZ, offering easy access to Microsoft Office tutorials.
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Microsoft arrives in tablet market with 'Surface'

Tue, 19th Jun 2012
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Just over two years after Apple created the tablet market with the first iPad, Microsoft has announced its competing product, dubbed the Microsoft Surface.
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Android to lose ground in tablets: IDC

Fri, 15th Jun 2012
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Apple dominance expected to increase on market appeal of third-gen iPad; what could Microsoft bring to the table?.
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What's Microsoft got planned for Monday?

Fri, 15th Jun 2012
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Microsoft teases a 'major announcement' for LA event on Monday, sparking speculation on focus on Windows RT and ARM devices.
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New UC platforms from HP

Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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HP launches new UC platforms, targeting enterprises with quick deployment options for Microsoft Lync and a customizable solution with Polycom.
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Govt to save $119m in 3-year deal with Microsoft

Fri, 8th Jun 2012
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Govt's 3-year pact with Microsoft could slash software costs by $119m, says Internal Affairs Minister Chris Tremain, eyeing flexible, user-centric licensing.
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Microsoft shows off Halo 4 at E3

Tue, 5th Jun 2012
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Microsoft dazzles E3 with the return of Master Chief in Halo 4, claiming it to be 2012's biggest release alongside other exciting announcements.
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Microsoft issues near-final version of Windows 8

Fri, 1st Jun 2012
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Microsoft launches Windows 8 'release preview', a step before it hits the PCs, with Internet Explorer 10 - market release could be months away.
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Microsoft awards StorageCraft gold ISV competency

Wed, 9th May 2012
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StorageCraft secures gold ISV status in Microsoft Partner Network, boosting their visibility and affirming their technology's prowess.
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System Center 2012 launched in Auckland

Wed, 9th May 2012
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Focus on application deployment, cross-platform support 'from the metal up', and building for the future in the cloud.
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News: lower-cost MacBook Air, Apple Television Set, Microsoft's SkyDrive, and more!

Tue, 8th May 2012
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The rumours say a lower-cost MacBook Air will launch in Q3 2012 for US $799, which will aggressively combat Intel's lineup of Ultrabooks.
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Former Microsoft exec to lead Polycom in ANZ

Tue, 8th May 2012
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Gary Denman, a former Microsoft executive with 18 years experience, takes the lead at Polycom ANZ, aiming to expand its UC presence.
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Eight ways to prepare for the next release of SharePoint

Fri, 27th Apr 2012
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With the next release of SharePoint slated for early 2013, Quest Software unveils an eight-step action plan to help IT teams prepare efficiently.
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$60,000 in cloud services on offer for start ups

Thu, 26th Apr 2012
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Start-ups to benefit from a £60,000 cloud services boost through The ICEHOUSE and Creative HQ's new BizSpark Plus programme.
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CommVault and Microsoft in cloud collaboration

Tue, 24th Apr 2012
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CommVault and Microsoft enhance cloud storage with Simpana software and Azure, offering up to 62TB capacity for enterprises starting at $50,000.
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Lasting impressions from Microsoft Management Summit

Tue, 24th Apr 2012
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Microsoft Management Summit unveils big changes, including Windows Server 2012 and a strategy embracing BYOD, signaling a fresh direction for the tech giant.