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Dynamics NAV 2013 Reaches RTM

Dynamics NAV 2013 has been released to manufacturing (RTM).

Microsoft Catches Flak over Pollution Charges at Wash. Datacenter

Microsoft's Quincy, Wash. datacenter is in the spotlight this week after The New York Times published a story on Monday depicting the pollution, power-wasting and political arm-twisting associated with the facility.

To Get in Good with Microsoft, Find the Right Salesperson

As Microsoft moves ever closer to a subscription-based model, connecting with the right salesperson isn't just strategy -- it's key.

Microsoft Talks Cloud and Compliance at Exchange Conference

Microsoft on Monday kicked off the Microsoft Exchange Conference (MEC) in Orlando, Fla. by talking up the forthcoming Exchange 2013 and the next version of Exchange Online.

F5 Collaborating with Microsoft on Network Virtualization Gateway

Microsoft Hyper-V partner F5 Networks on Monday announced a forthcoming network virtualization product designed to move virtual machines (VMs) from traditional datacenters to those based on Windows Server 2012, while preserving management controls.

Microsoft, HP Singled Out in Senate Panel for Tax-Avoidance Measures

Microsoft and Hewlett-Packard were spotlighted as case-study examples in a Senate panel hearing on Thursday regarding individuals and U.S.-based multinational corporations that regularly avoid paying U.S. taxes.

Microsoft ISVs and VARs Finding Success in Partner-to-Partner Deals

The days of the one-stop-shop Microsoft partner are over. But sometimes customers want more than a partner can deliver. Smart partners turn to P2P relationships to keep their businesses strong.

Microsoft Details Exchange 2013's Usability Improvements

With its MEC conference set to begin next week, Microsoft is talking more about Exchange 2013.

Microsoft Faces Major IaaS Battle Even with Windows Azure Revamp

A crowded field of IaaS providers that includes heavyweights Google, Amazon and HP will give Microsoft's new and improved public cloud a run for its money.

Microsoft Unveils New Annual Subscription Model for Office 365

Microsoft on Monday rolled out a new annual subscription model for its Office 365 productivity suite.

Microsoft, RIM Strike Patent Licensing Deal

Microsoft and mobile device maker Research In Motion (RIM) have inked an intellectual property agreement related to Microsoft's Extended File Allocation Table (exFAT) technology.

Reports: Windows Phone 8 Has Reached RTM

The next generation of Microsoft's flagship smartphone operating system, Windows Phone 8, reached the release-to-manufacturing milestone late last week, according to multiple outlets.

Analysis: Microsoft's Forefront Cuts May Signal Cloud Security Shift

Microsoft's recent decision to discontinue five of its Forefront enterprise security products may be a sign that the company is either exiting that market or venturing further into the cloud-based security space.

From VMware to Hyper-V: Microsoft Partners Should Take a People-First Approach

Microsoft is taking an in-your-face approach to convert VMware shops to Hyper-V. When it comes to implementing a migration, though, a partner and customer say it's critical to a successful project to take time with the VMware experts on the customer's IT staff. Making sure they understand how their expertise is still valid and important makes the project go much better.

Samsung, Nokia Unveil First Windows Phone 8 Devices

Nokia highlights wireless charging for new Lumias; Samsung device has storage options and a MicroSD slot.