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Microsoft Simplifies the PC with Windows 7

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:00:00 GMT

New PC Operating System Available Worldwide Today

Microsoft Welcomes European Commission Market Testing Announcement

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Microsoft welcomes today’s announcement by the European Commission to move forward with formal market testing of Microsoft’s proposal relating to web browser choice in Europe. The company also welcomes the opportunity to take the next step in the process regarding our proposal to promote interoperability with a broad range of our products.

Microsoft Unveils New Windows Phones Worldwide

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Windows phones move seamlessly from work to play, creating new experiences through a variety of hardware, applications and services

Innovation and Recovery – Steve Ballmer, Forbes, October 5, 2009

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Coinciding with Steve Ballmer’s visit to Europe this week, the chief executive officer of Microsoft discusses signs that the global economy may be taking the first tentative steps toward recovery and how information technology is the key to productivity growth for governments and businesses.

New IDC Study Reports on Contributions of IT Sector to Global Economic Recovery

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Research from 52 countries including EMEA forecasts the creation of 5.8 million new jobs worldwide and 75,000 new businesses over the next four years.

Microsoft CEO touring Europe in a week of industry events and product launches

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:00:00 GMT

In a five day, five-country visit to Europe, Steve Ballmer will visit the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Netherlands between 5 and 9 October.

Microsoft Expands Cloud Computing Capabilities & Services in Europe

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Microsoft’s new Dublin Data Centre to support demand for online services for business and consumers.

Microsoft Dynamics Acquisitions Accelerate Industry Innovation for ERP Customers

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Acquisition of manufacturing, professional services and retail solutions propels Microsoft Dynamics ERP industry strategy forward.

League of Arab States and Microsoft Announce Launch of Arab Intellectual Property Centre

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Online portal to provide region-wide resource and guidance on intellectual property.

Microsoft and Partners Help Media Companies Innovate in a Digital World

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Expanded offerings enable content producers and broadcasters to deliver fresh content and new experiences across three screens — PC, TV and mobile.

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FC Barcelona Scores with Tour of Microsoft

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 15:00:00 GMT

The world-famous soccer club visited Redmond campus this week, touring the Home of the Future and experiencing technologies such as Surface and Xbox Project Natal firsthand.

FUTURES Magazine

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT

FUTURES is a bi-annual magazine about cutting-edge technology research and innovation undertaken by Microsoft and its partners in Europe.

Transforming Education To Give Every Child A Quality 21st Century Education

Tue, 14 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Q&A: L. Michael Golden, corporate vice president of the Microsoft Education Products Group, maps out Microsoft’s vision for education and explains how technology can be the catalyst for opening up universal access to high-quality, relevant education.

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Virtual Press Rooms
Central and Eastern Europe VPR updated with new content

17 July 2009

Central and Eastern Europe enjoys some of the highest growth rates in the world, but the global economy is changing fast and the region must evolve to remain competitive. Microsoft is committed to bringing the benefits of the knowledge economy to Central and Eastern Europe, working to help governments, enterprises and individuals realise their potential. (Content Updated – July 17, 2009).

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Microsoft Tech·Ed Europe 2009 VPR

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT

9-13 November in Berlin. Welcome to the Microsoft Tech·Ed global virtual pressroom where you will find videos, keynote streams, blogs, tweets and press materials to help you better understand the news being released through the show. This site will hold all press materials so, we recommend that you check back regularly for the latest information and updates throughout Tech·Ed Europe 2009 (Nov 9 – 13), and watch for updates about Tech·Ed events taking place throughout the year.

Convergence 2009 Europe Virtual Press Room

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT

During Convergence 2009 Europe, Microsoft Dynamics customers and partners will gather in London (27 Oct), Vienna (29 Oct), Frankfurt (3 Nov) and Rotterdam (5 Nov), to gain a deeper understanding of the Dynamic Business vision and the competitive advantage of Microsoft Dynamics products in an unprecedented economic climate. (Content Updated – October 28, 2009)

Windows 7 Launch Virtual Presskit - October 22, 2009

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Microsoft locations worldwide begin to celebrate the general availability of Windows 7. Find here the live launch event in New York City, and see the latest launch photos, videos and articles.

Microsoft & Monte Vibiano, Virtualisation and its role in a 360° Green IT vision Virtual Press Room

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Deep in the Italian countryside, a wine and olive oil producer is taking an innovative approach to becoming a leaner and greener business. Monte Vibiano – an award winning winery based in Umbria, Italy – has a serious vision, to become the world’s first carbon neutral farm. Central to this vision is the company’s 360° green initiative, which is transforming how the business operates from the vine to the data centre. IT has played a key role in the modernization of the business, Monte Vibiano is virtualising its servers and introducing other innovative technologies to achieve its vision. (Content Updated – July 31, 2009).

Microsoft Best Workplace in Europe Virtual Press Room

Fri, 22 May 2009 08:00:00 GMT

During the recent visit to Poland Steve Ballmer gave an interview to Onet.pl, visited by 10m unique users monthly is the Poland’s largest and oldest internet portal. He spoke about new technologies on the horizon and presented the vision of software by Microsoft.

Microsoft Local and Regional Forum, April 22-23, updated with new content

Mon, 29 Apr 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Press Release added: WISeKey’s Identity Semantics Suite enables pan-European eID interoperability with Microsoft’s Citizen Services Platform.

Microsoft Local and Regional Forum, April 22-23

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:00:00 GMT

More than 250 local and regional government elites, IT professionals and executives gathered in Bilbao, Spain this week for Microsoft Corp.’s third annual Local and Regional Government (LRG) Solutions Forum. The forum is a unique showcase for Local and Regional government executives and practitioners to experience the impact of innovative technology on the delivery of local government services world-wide. The forum’s key theme reflects the global challenges facing local and regional government across Europe with a particular reference to the EU i2010 objective of creating sustainable and efficient citizen services. The forum will showcase the pioneering milestones achieved by Microsoft partners and customers in meeting productivity and efficiency goals through the use of innovative ICT.

Microsoft Education Week London Virtual Press Room is now live

Fri, 12 Jan 2009 08:30:00 GMT

Keep up to date with all the action, and check out background information including Press Materials, Executive Bios and Case Studies

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