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Microsoft launches Windows 10
US Software giant Microsoft launched its new operating system Windows-10 with a host of new features. It was launched by Microsoft’s India-born CEO Satya Nadella at a global launch event held in Kenya. Windows 10 includes features such as Cortana: ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2015
Microsoft to develop digital villages, cyber-security centre in Maharashtra
Software giant Microsoft has agreed to develop ‘digital villages’ and a ‘smart MIDC’ (industrial colony) in Maharashtra under state’s flagship ‘Make In Maharashtra’ initiative. It was announced by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis after he met Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella during ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2015
Microsoft launches Edu-Cloud with aim to Make Learning Fun
Information technology giant, Microsoft has launched a cloud computing-based offering Edu-Cloud with an aim to Make Learning Fun. It seeks to enhance digital learning and teaching in schools and higher education institutions in India through virtual learning platforms. Edu-Cloud by ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2015
US President Barack Obama to honour Satya Nadella with ‘Champion of Change’ award
United States (US) President Barack Obama is going to honour Microsoft’s Indian-origin CEO Satya Nadella with the ‘Champions of Change’ award. He will be honoured with this award for bringing change within his company to support working families. Under Nadella’s ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2015
Microsoft unveils virtual assistant Cortana for Windows handsets
Technology giant Microsoft has unveiled virtual assistant- Cortana for Windows Phone handsets. Cortana is female voice-controlled application. It uses Microsofts search engine Bing and data stored on the handsets to make personalised recommendations and carry out tasks. It is named ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2015
Microsoft sues Indian firm C-Cubed Solutions for technical support scam
Microsoft has sued an Indian company C-Cubed Solutions along with other entities for misusing its name and registered trademarks by providing fraudulent technical support services to unsuspecting consumers. In this regard, Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit has filed a civil lawsuit ..