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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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MS strikes deal with WP7 jailbreakers

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Work stops on the ChevronWP7 jailbreaking tool as Microsoft enters into talks with the developer about bringing some of its features to the main OS.
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Lync mobile app due 2011

Tue, 30th Nov 2010
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Microsoft is working on iPhone and Windows Phone 7 applications for its just-launched complete communications system.
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Kinect sales exceed 2.5M

Tue, 30th Nov 2010
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Kinect flies off shelves, crossing 2.5M sales globally in just 25 days, bolstered by Black Friday. Microsoft eyes 5M by year-end amidst high demand.
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Google launches Cloud Connect Office beta

Tue, 23rd Nov 2010
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Google's Cloud Connect service for Microsoft Office proves popular, with all places being filled in just hours.
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Microsoft launches Lync

Thu, 18th Nov 2010
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Microsoft unveils Lync, a game-changer in business communication, integrating messaging with Office and SharePoint for a unified experience.
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Kiwi CMS firm scoops world first certificate

Thu, 18th Nov 2010
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New Zealand's SilverStripe secures world's first for open source CMS on Windows platform, expanding global interoperability.
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MS launches Wiki-friendly Word extension

Wed, 17th Nov 2010
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Microsoft Word now offers support for the MediaWiki file format so users can upload documents directly to Wikipedia.
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Microsoft: NZ Kinect voice control coming next year

Wed, 17th Nov 2010
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While Kinect launches in New Zealand tomorrow, Kiwis won't enjoy the voice control functionality available to those in the US - yet.
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Rumour: Gears of War title headed to Kinect?

Tue, 16th Nov 2010
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IGN reports a potential announcement of a Kinect-enabled Gears of War game by Microsoft and Epic Games at the upcoming Spike TV VGAs.
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Kinect sells 1M units worldwide in first 10 days

Tue, 16th Nov 2010
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Microsoft's Kinect flies off the shelves, selling 1M units in just 10 days after US and Europe launch, aiming for 5M by year's end.
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Windows Phone 7 Trade Me app demoed

Tue, 16th Nov 2010
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Microsoft NZ showcases winners of Windows Phone 7 challenge, including a much-anticipated Trade Me app demo, thrilling Kiwi tech enthusiasts.
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Microsoft moves 40K W7 Phones at US launch - Updated

Fri, 12th Nov 2010
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After $US100 million marketing spend, Windows 7 Phone gets off to a slow start in the US - analyst blames Monday.
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PC Tools launches in New Zealand

Mon, 8th Nov 2010
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PC Tools enters New Zealand with a comprehensive performance and protection suite, promising enhanced computer efficiency and security for Kiwi users.
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Ballmer sells 12% of Microsoft stake

Mon, 8th Nov 2010
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Steve Ballmer, Microsoft CEO, is offloading 12% of his stake not due to loss of faith but for tax planning and financial diversity.
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Microsoft issues IE warning

Thu, 4th Nov 2010
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Microsoft probes a critical flaw in all IE versions, allowing for potential remote attacks. Targeted exploits reported.
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Vote for New Zealand's ugliest website

Wed, 3rd Nov 2010
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New Zealanders cast their votes for the nation's ugliest website, with the winner to receive a free Microsoft makeover.
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Microsoft NZ unveils new partner network

Wed, 3rd Nov 2010
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Microsoft NZ overhauls Partner Network to boost IT excellence and meet future market needs, affirming commitment to partners and customers.
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Microsoft to open Russian tech centre

Tue, 2nd Nov 2010
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Microsoft is investing millions to open a tech centre in Russia, partnering with local universities to boost innovation and support start-ups at Skolkovo.
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Sitecore Integrates Microsoft Dynamics CRM to Capture Critical Sales Intelligence and Improve Custom

Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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Sitecore updates enable better customer engagement through enhanced integration with Microsoft Dynamics CRM, aiming for higher conversion rates.
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Windows Phone 7 gets new Twitter app

Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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Windows Phone 7 users rejoice as a new Twitter app arrives, offering custom designs and seamless browsing without login.