Microsoft stories - Page 86
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.
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.
Logicalis welcomes new chief technology officer for global operations
Tue, 18th May 2021
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digital transformation
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Logicalis has appointed Toby Alcock as its Chief Technology Officer, responsible for setting a unified global solution strategy and vision.
Pure Storage unveils next evolution of Modern Data Experience strategy
Mon, 17th May 2021
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storage
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data analytics
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converged infrastructure
Pure Storage unveils its Modern Data Experience vision and strategy, offering cloud-ready solutions to transform data into business opportunities.
Public cloud services market saw huge growth in 2020 — IDC
Fri, 14th May 2021
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paas
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devops
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hyperscale
Despite the overall growth in the market, not all managed services grew as much as others — IaaS and PaaS services in particular grew much faster.
Skykick announces upgrade to address over 2000 hours of lost time for ITSPs
Fri, 14th May 2021
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cloud services
Information technology service providers are losing thousands of hours every year due to needless cloud administration, according to SkyKick.
How machine learning is powering the cognitive search for COVID-19 answers
Fri, 14th May 2021
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public cloud
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healthtech
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microsoft
Microsoft has developed an online search tool called COVID-19 Search, using machine learning to provide accurate and timely information about the pandemic.
New Bluetooth headsets announced by Poly
Wed, 12th May 2021
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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microsoft
Poly introduces new Voyager Focus 2 headsets with next-gen Acoustic Fence tech and Digital Hybrid ANC. Designed to reduce distractions while working.
rhipe adds AvePoint to vendor portfolio for APAC market
Tue, 11th May 2021
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microsoft
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cloud services
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avepoint
rhipe has been appointed as an APAC distributor for AvePoint, a Microsoft 365 data management and security solutions provider.
Palo Alto Networks expands Prisma Cloud to protect cloud workloads
Tue, 11th May 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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devops
Palo Alto Networks expands Prisma Cloud to automatically secure cloud workloads and enhance detection and compliance.
8x8 adds new business messaging features to Microsoft Teams
Tue, 11th May 2021
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microsoft
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voip
8x8 has announced its new 8x8 Voice for Microsoft Teams app has now added SMS, MMS, and fax capabilities to extend the teams experience for users.
Fujitsu Australia named as Leader & Contender in ISG report for Microsoft Ecosystems
Tue, 11th May 2021
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devops
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multi-cloud
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apm
Fujitsu was recognised as a Leader in the Managed Services for Azure and Office 365 - Modern Workplace categories.
Security at risk as PC users continue to use end-of-life Windows 7
Tue, 11th May 2021
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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kaspersky
Almost a quarter of PC users are still using the outdated Windows 7 operating system, leaving them vulnerable to cyberattacks, according to Kaspersky.
8x8 announces updates to its cloud communications platform
Fri, 7th May 2021
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uc
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data analytics
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public cloud
Cloud communications platform provider 8x8 has announced upgrades to its contact centre, voice communications, chat and meetings.
Powerlink begins modernisation process with Acclimation
Thu, 6th May 2021
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microsoft
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sap
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microsoft azure
Powerlink has announced that Acclimation will manage the company’s Business Suite on HANA migration to drive efficiencies through streamlined practices.
Excelero announces public cloud storage support, starting with Azure
Thu, 6th May 2021
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public cloud
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multi-cloud
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microsoft
Excelero introduces public cloud storage support for its NVMesh software-defined storage, starting with Microsoft Azure.
AtScale launches native support for Data Analysis Expressions on Microsoft Power BI
Tue, 4th May 2021
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
AtScale now offers native support for Data Analysis Expressions, allowing Power BI users to connect in live mode.
Microsoft pledges to bridge 'disability divide' with renewed commitment to accessibility
Tue, 4th May 2021
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microsoft
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microsoft 365
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accessibility
Microsoft says it’s doubling down on accessibility in order to bridge what the World Bank has dubbed the ‘disability divide’.
Rubrik deploys data protection on Microsoft Azure
Mon, 3rd May 2021
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multi-cloud
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microsoft
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cloud services
Rubrik's Go subscription is now available on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, providing cloud data management and M365 backup and recovery.
Equinix welcomes former Telstra exec Cyrus Adaggra to leadership team
Mon, 3rd May 2021
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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dc
Adaggra will lead the company’s growth strategy in the region, spanning the company’s existing and new markets.
Kordia acquires Auckland-based managed IT firm Base2
Mon, 3rd May 2021
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multi-cloud
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partner programmes
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microsoft
Kordia Group CEO Shaun Rendell says it's a natural progression of the company’s services as IT and telecommunications converge.
Cloud infrastructure spend exceeded $40 billion in Q1 2021 — report
Fri, 30th Apr 2021
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Global spending on cloud infrastructure services exceeded $40 billion in Q1 2021, with Amazon Web Services leading the pack, according to Canalys.