Stories by Staff - Page 84
Listen up - Microsoft rolls out Internet Explorer patch... Windows XP included
Sat, 3rd May 2014
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In what has been a very busy week for those in Redmond, Microsoft has today released a patch designed to fill the hole in its Internet Explorer browser.
Do cloud providers hide performance problems?
Sat, 3rd May 2014
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The majority of IT professionals believe that service level agreements for cloud computing are too simplistic, according to Compuware Corporation.
Microsoft Azure strengthens ‘Big Compute’ muscle with Kiwi Start-Up acquisition
Sat, 3rd May 2014
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Microsoft acquires New Zealand start-up GreenButton to boost its cloud computing capabilities. http://bit.ly/1ilUh9a #Microsoft #cloudcomputing.
Big Compute for Microsoft Azure... Redmond reveals GreenButton acquisition
Sat, 3rd May 2014
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Microsoft Azure has acquired GreenButton, a provider of on-demand solutions for managing compute-intensive workloads in the cloud.
Facebook set to 'shake up' mobile market
Fri, 2nd May 2014
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Facebook launches its Audience Network at f8, entering mobile ad space. Will it “shake up” the market faced with competitors like Google and Twitter?.
Student Gmail now free from ad scanning
Fri, 2nd May 2014
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Google has removed all ad scanning in Gmail for Apps for Education, stopping the collection or use of student data for advertising purposes.
NZ growth helps Canon smash 100-millionth lens-manufacturing milestone
Fri, 2nd May 2014
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Canon celebrates making 100 million EF-series interchangeable lenses for EOS cameras, achieving the milestone in just 11 months.
GreenButton acquisition 'great news' for NZ start-up industry
Fri, 2nd May 2014
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Wellington angel network AngelHQ celebrates successful sale of GreenButton to Microsoft, bolstering Azure's cloud capabilities.
Microsoft issues Internet Explorer vulnerability guidance
Fri, 2nd May 2014
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Microsoft issues guidance for Internet Explorer vulnerability that allows hackers to gain access to users' computers.
HTC One now available on the Telecom Mobile Network
Fri, 2nd May 2014
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The HTC One (M8) is now available at Telecom Mobile Network for NZD $1,099, both in-stores and online, promising groundbreaking features and design.
Vendors proved wrong as Business Intelligence market slows
Fri, 2nd May 2014
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Spending on Business Intelligence and analytics software in New Zealand reached $75.3m in 2013, a 7.5% increase from the previous year.
Microsoft NZ: Kiwi tech “alive and kicking”
Fri, 2nd May 2014
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Microsoft's acquisition of Kiwi firm GreenButton showcases New Zealand's vibrant tech scene, proving talent transcends geographic boundaries.
An acquisition heard around the world…
Fri, 2nd May 2014
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For founder and CEO Scott Houston, Microsoft’s acquisition of GreenButton is an acquisition representing natural progression, given the close working.
Lexmark makes NZ channel play with global IT parts supplier
Thu, 1st May 2014
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Lexmark has appointed EMPR as its national parts distributor for printer and MFP hardware in Australia and New Zealand. @LexmarkIntl @EMPR_Group.
Apple moves hint at imminent mobile payment deployment
Thu, 1st May 2014
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Apple hints at entering mobile payments, interviewing execs and securing patents, with Tim Cook showing keen interest in the space.
A tale of two halves as NZ SMB IT spending passes $2.1 billion mark
Thu, 1st May 2014
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SMB spending in New Zealand grew by only 0.7% in 2013, but excluding hardware, the market expanded by 3.5%. Medium sized businesses are the star segment.
Key NZ sectors leading online business adoption
Thu, 1st May 2014
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Manufacturing, wholesale, retail, & hospitality sectors are leading the way in online business in New Zealand. 41% of SMEs now have a website.
Microsoft unveils revamped TechEd NZ line-up...
Thu, 1st May 2014
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Microsoft New Zealand has revealed a revamped schedule for this year’s TechEd New Zealand convention, taking place September 9-12.
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At the helm of one of NZ's original success stories
Thu, 1st May 2014
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Deidre Steyn tells David Williams how she is relishing the role of general manager at one of New Zealand’s original internet success stories.
Veteran Vodafone NZ director graciously leaving telco
Thu, 1st May 2014
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Vodafone New Zealand external affairs director Tom Chignell is leaving the company, after 14 years with the telco giant. 2014: A year for change.