If you haven’t heard the news yet, Microsoft has officially announced that they acquired Yammer for 1.2 So if you’re Microsoft why would you spend 1.2 Now that Microsoft has acquired Yammer that conversation for virtually all existing Microsoft customers dies. Microsoft customers now have no reason to look elsewhere once Yammer becomes fully integrated. Microsoft also stated that they are fans of the “viral” nature of Yammer’s business model which is not something that Microsoft really does (meaning offering a freemium product). MORE >>

was lucky to be in the right place at the right time at Microsoft Advertising on the community team. About a year ago, I remember reaching a crossroads for myself around what career path I wanted to align myself with. had built up close to 12+ years of experience around digital marketing, but was really gravitating towards social media marketing. MA has established themselves as a leader in brands using social, and I was lucky enough to be a part of that team in the early stages as social media tools like Facebook and Twitter began to take off. And they have. Don’t believe me? MORE >>

Home > Computers > Downloads » Microsoft If you recently bought a Windows 7 computer, you can buy and download Windows 8 pro upgrade for $14.99 In a promotional scheme to encourage Windows 7 PC buyers to continue buying those computers, Microsoft offered this deal to the computer buyers in 140 countries. Eligible dates - You must buy the Windows 7 PC between June 2, 2012 and January 31, 2013. Microsoft will not entertain this deal after this closing date. Microsoft will provide 90 days these technical support after installation. MORE >>

'Microsoft revealed the new Xbox One, the next generation gaming console which promises to redefine modern gaming. While Xbox One will take realism in gaming to the next level, it was dissappointing to learn that Xbox One hardware is not compatible with Xbox 360 games, so do not think you can buy the new Xbox One and get your old games to work. Microsoft SideWinder X4 Anti-Ghosting Gaming Keyboard. Students Who Buy Windows 7 PC, Get Free XBox 360. Gadgets Gaming Microsoft Xbox One. 8GB DDR3 RAM, 500GB, Blu-ray drive, 4K HDMI in/out, USB 3.0 MORE >>

I was just reading a GigaOm article titled, “ Should Apple Buy Twitter? But now there is speculation Apple could buy the social networking giant with some of their cash reserves (it’s also said they have so much money, they could buy Facebook and  Research In Motion ). . Apple’s biggest competitors over the next decade are not HP or Dell or even Microsoft — they are more likely to be Google and Facebook. ” It likely comes as no surprise to you that I’m shocked Twitter is still around. Yes, they were just valued at $9 billion. You know. MORE >>