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Windows 8 stories

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OS/2 to ride again
Mon, 9th Nov 2015
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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.
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Radical approach by Microsoft NZ opens up refurbished market
Fri, 19th Dec 2014
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Kiwi resellers are jumping on board a Microsoft initiative which enables them to get Windows OEM software at half price for refurbished computers.
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Microsoft backtracks as devs get early Windows 8.1 access
Wed, 11th Sep 2013
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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.
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Windows 8.1 Preview Released - Users not impressed at first glimpse
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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Windows 8.1 Preview disappoints users with minor improvements and persistent interface issues, despite the return of the start button.
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Dell launches learning laptop for schools
Thu, 2nd May 2013
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network infrastructure
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it infrastructure
The new Latitude 3330, designed to help schools and educators teach tomorrow’s leaders.
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Microsoft Office 365: Yeah, that’s pretty neat
Tue, 5th Feb 2013
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Microsoft dazzles with Office 365, offering vast features and cloud convenience at a fraction of the boxed suite's cost.
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ASUS releases the world’s smallest router
Tue, 5th Feb 2013
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ndi
ASUS unveils world's tiniest router, flawless for travellers, blending full internet access into a pocket-friendly USB device.
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Fastest growing online jobs in 2012
Thu, 31st Jan 2013
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cloud services
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public cloud
Freelancer.com says website hosting tops the list as cloud computing takes off during the past twelve months.
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Lenovo unleashes new touch devices
Fri, 11th Jan 2013
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Lenovo unveils its new range of touch-optimised devices at CES 2013, featuring Ultrabooks, laptops, and all-in-one desktops designed for both consumer and business use.
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Intel in trouble?
Fri, 30th Nov 2012
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pc market
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wall street
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intel
Following growing PC weakness, Wall Street cuts sales estimates for the semiconductor chip maker.
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Windows 8 bug lets eval users get permanently free legit license
Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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windows 8
A glitch in Windows 8 allows eval users to secure a permanent license for free, exploiting a flaw in the Key Management Service.
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The week that was: Windows 8, Surface, iPad Mini and a Cancelled Android Event
Tue, 30th Oct 2012
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Friday was the day that completed the week that was in the shape of 'things to come' for the 'Post-PC era'.
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Kiwi iOS app developer creates Windows 8 version
Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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Video filter App iSupr8 now in windows store from New Zealand firm MEA Mobile.
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Skype showcases Windows 8 version
Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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contact centre
Video calling company launches a version that works on the newest platform around Windows 8.
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Samsung unveils Windows 8 Smart PC
Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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Samsung launches its new ATIV Smart PC and ATIV Smart PC Pro based on Windows 8.
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Windows 8 set to give Apple a run for its money
Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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Microsoft's Windows 8 challenges Apple with superior screen resolution and advanced features, hinting at a PC rebirth.
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Windows 8 different editions explained
Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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After three years in development, Windows 8 has finally been unleashed in all its glory – and with a slimmed down four versions.
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Once more unto the breach dear friends…HP tablet v2.0
Wed, 17th Oct 2012
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Beleaguered HP has announced its return to tablet computing with a Windows 8, Intel Atom- powered device it calls the ElitePad 900.
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Warwick Grey to speak at Auckland ICT on 18th Oct
Mon, 8th Oct 2012
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byod
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microsoft
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mobility
Channel figures invited to join IT industry veteran Warwick Grey for an entertaining and informative look at what the future holds and how 2013 will bring a new era for ICT partners.
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Kiwi developer global leader in Windows Apps
Fri, 29th Jun 2012
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smartphones
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technology gifts
Local web developer sets up the worlds first 100% Windows app agency.
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Microsoft issues near-final version of Windows 8
Fri, 1st Jun 2012
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network infrastructure
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network management
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microsoft
Microsoft launches Windows 8 'release preview', a step before it hits the PCs, with Internet Explorer 10 - market release could be months away.
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Windows 8 'release preview' coming in June
Wed, 25th Apr 2012
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gaming
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Microsoft to launch Windows 8 'release preview' in June, hinting at a near-final build ahead of public release.
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IDC's 2012 ICT predictions
Mon, 20th Feb 2012
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smartphones
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printing
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byod
ICT organisations will continue to reap rewards despite cautious spending in 2012 according to research company IDC.
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Windows 8: an OS to get excited over?
Thu, 2nd Jun 2011
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Microsoft unveils Windows 8, a reimagined OS with fast apps, live tiles, and touch-optimisation, promising a transformative experience.