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Microsoft Office 365: Yeah, that's pretty neat
Microsoft

Microsoft Office 365: Yeah, that's pretty neat

Microsoft dazzles with Office 365, offering vast features and cloud convenience at a fraction of the boxed suite's cost.

By Donovan Jackson • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2013
Windows 8 bug lets eval users get permanently free legit license
Microsoft

Windows 8 bug lets eval users get permanently free legit license

A glitch in Windows 8 allows eval users to secure a permanent license for free, exploiting a flaw in the Key Management Service.

By Alistair Ross • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
The week that was: Windows 8, Surface, iPad Mini and a Cancelled Android Event
Microsoft

The week that was: Windows 8, Surface, iPad Mini and a Cancelled Android Event

Apple unveils the iPad Mini while Microsoft releases Windows 8 and the Surface. Google postpones Android 4.2 event due to US storms.

By Alistair Ross • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Oct 2012
Kiwi iOS app developer creates Windows 8 version
Windows

Kiwi iOS app developer creates Windows 8 version

New Zealand-based MEA Mobile launches its iSupr8 vintage film app for Windows 8, expanding their iOS expertise to Microsoft's new platform.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Oct 2012
Samsung unveils Windows 8 Smart PC
Microsoft

Samsung unveils Windows 8 Smart PC

Samsung New Zealand unveils the ATIV Smart PC and Smart PC Pro, versatile devices running Windows 8, priced from NZD $1,299 and NZD $1,999 respectively.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Oct 2012

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Elastic reports critical security flaws in Microsoft systems
Cybersecurity

Elastic reports critical security flaws in Microsoft systems

Elastic Security Labs has uncovered serious security vulnerabilities in Microsoft's Smart App Control and SmartScreen, posing risks of undetected cyber attacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Aug 2024
OS/2 to ride again
Microsoft

OS/2 to ride again

Many techies of a certain age have fond memories of OS/2. Where Windows 3 was a crash prone disaster, OS/2 offered industrial strength stability.

By Patrick Pilcher • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Nov 2015
Radical approach by Microsoft NZ opens up refurbished market
Cartech

Radical approach by Microsoft NZ opens up refurbished market

Kiwi resellers are jumping on board a Microsoft initiative which enables them to get Windows OEM software at half price for refurbished computers.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2014
Microsoft backtracks as devs get early Windows 8.1 access
Microsoft

Microsoft backtracks as devs get early Windows 8.1 access

In what is becoming quite a habit in Redmond, Microsoft has once again relented - providing early access to the release version of Windows 8.1 to developers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2013
Dell launches learning laptop for schools
EduTech

Dell launches learning laptop for schools

Dell unveils the Latitude 3330, a robust, cost-effective laptop designed to enhance learning and integrate seamlessly into schools' existing IT systems.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2013
ASUS releases the world's smallest router
ASUS

ASUS releases the world's smallest router

ASUS unveils world's tiniest router, flawless for travellers, blending full internet access into a pocket-friendly USB device.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2013
Fastest growing online jobs in 2012
Hyperscale

Fastest growing online jobs in 2012

Website hosting leads online job growth at 3300%, with AWS seeing a 466% rise. Apple jobs decline amid 'app-fatigue' while Android gains 7%.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Jan 2013
Lenovo unleashes new touch devices
Lenovo

Lenovo unleashes new touch devices

Lenovo showcased its latest touch-optimised Windows 8 devices at CES 2013, featuring new ultra-portable IdeaPad U Series Ultrabooks and ThinkPad Edge laptops.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Jan 2013
Intel in trouble?
Notebook

Intel in trouble?

Intel's PC market woes deepen as Wall Street slashes sales estimates. Citigroup analyst Glen Yeung highlights weak notebook data and poor growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Nov 2012
Skype showcases Windows 8 version
Unified Communications

Skype showcases Windows 8 version

Skype unveils its Windows 8 version, marking its first major update since joining Microsoft. The app promises to be always on, seamless, and user-friendly.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Oct 2012
Windows 8 set to give Apple a run for its money
Microsoft

Windows 8 set to give Apple a run for its money

Microsoft's Windows 8 challenges Apple with superior screen resolution and advanced features, hinting at a PC rebirth.

By Rebecca Rallo • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Oct 2012
Windows 8 different editions explained
Windows

Windows 8 different editions explained

After three years in development, Windows 8 has finally been unleashed in all its glory – and with a slimmed down four versions.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Oct 2012
Once more unto the breach dear friends…HP tablet v2.0
Microsoft

Once more unto the breach dear friends…HP tablet v2.0

Beleaguered HP has announced its return to tablet computing with a Windows 8, Intel Atom- powered device it calls the ElitePad 900.

By Donovan Jackson • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Oct 2012