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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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Dell & VMware to pair up in the cloud - Updated

Tue, 30th Aug 2011
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Dell has announced it will launch an enterprise cloud offering in partnership with long-time strategic partner VMware.
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Best of Tech.Ed's The Hub

Fri, 26th Aug 2011
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Tech.Ed's The Hub dazzles with fierce car racing at Intergen and retro gaming at Fuji Xerox. Xbox and Thycotic brew up fierce and caffeinated fun.
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'We got the solutions right here'

Thu, 25th Aug 2011
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Microsoft challenges Apple with cutting-edge Windows devices at Tech.Ed, urging IT pros to focus on function over brand.
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'Cloud is much closer than you think'

Wed, 24th Aug 2011
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Microsoft's CTO Norm Judah opens Tech.Ed with keynote speech on moving to the cloud, says it's closer than we think.
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Reports of PC's death greatly exaggerated

Mon, 22nd Aug 2011
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Despite HP ditching its PC division, Microsoft's Frank Shaw argues the PC era is far from over, heralding a future of digital collaboration.
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Microsoft heavy-hitters unleashed at Gamescom 2011

Fri, 19th Aug 2011
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At Gamescom 2011, Microsoft dazzles with Xbox 360 exclusives, setting sights on global dominance with hits like Gears of War 3 and Forza 4.
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Microsoft launches OS development blog

Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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Microsoft unveils a behind-the-scenes look at Windows 8 through a new blog, hinting at an 'App Store' and a reimagined Windows experience.
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CommVault renews commitment to channel partners

Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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Former Microsoft Australia marketing manager appointed as director of channel alliances & cloud for APAC & Japan.
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InterDigital sale delayed

Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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The sale of InterDigital, holder of 8800 patents, is delayed to September after Google's unexpected USD $12.5 billion acquisition of Motorola Mobility.
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Office 365 suffers outage - Updated

Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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The outages are frustrating for technology companies trying to convince IT professionals that cloud services are reliable.
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Tech.Ed kicks off next week

Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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Tech.Ed, the pinnacle of IT events, rolls out next week for its 16th year with Microsoft at the helm, heralding innovation and strategy.
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A look into Microsoft's crystal ball

Wed, 10th Aug 2011
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At Dynamics Day, Microsoft NZ's Paul Muckleston peeks into the future, eyeing growth for Windows Phone and new horizons for Bing and Kinect.
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Tough times to drive cloud uptake

Tue, 9th Aug 2011
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Financial uncertainty could drive businesses to embrace cloud tech, says an expert, as global stock markets react to the US credit rating downgrade.
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Microsoft NZ launches RWC comp

Mon, 8th Aug 2011
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Win the ultimate RWC finale experience with Microsoft NZ's comp, inviting you and your squad to their corporate box. Entries close Sep 9.
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Apple and Microsoft crushing innovation: Google - Updated

Sat, 6th Aug 2011
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Google executive criticizes Apple and Microsoft for waging patent war against Android, claiming it stifles innovation.
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Hewlett-Packard targets big players

Tue, 2nd Aug 2011
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Hewlett-Packard unveils Next Generation Desktop, aiming to simplify networks for government, healthcare, and finance giants with Microsoft and Citrix.
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Microsoft Dynamics 2012 launched

Tue, 2nd Aug 2011
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Reseller expects strong uptake, with one West Coast dairy co-op already working on implementing the solution in its business.
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Polycom Microsoft UC Innovation Partner of the Year

Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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Polycom wins 2011 Microsoft UC Innovation Partner of the Year for enhancing collaboration through cutting-edge integrated conferencing solutions.
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25 funny things to do at the office

Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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Beat office boredom: From wearing your boss's outfits to engaging in faux debates, here are 25 hilarious ways to entertain yourself at work.
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Tech trio's combined solution

Fri, 29th Jul 2011
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HP, Microsoft, and Citrix unveil a cutting-edge virtualisation solution in Auckland, promising a transformative tech leap for businesses.