AMD, IBM, HP and Sun sponsor Green Grid initiative

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IT giants back Green Grid initiative
AMD, IBM, HP and Sun sponsor initiative for users to work out power management and cooling issues.

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IEEE flags security as software life cycle requirement
The IEEE has approved revisions to the IEEE P1074 standard, giving project leaders methodologies for incorporating security throughout the software development life cycle.

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Open source backup gets more support
Users and industry analysts say new, open source backup software and services packages by Zmanda could be a breakthrough for small shops.

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Windows Developments: Product news, May 2006
Here we offer a sampling of recent products and product news in the ever-active Windows space. These products are aimed at Visual Basic, Visual Studio and .NET developers and run the gamut from SQL Server design tools to Scrum and beyond.

All eyes on virtual apps at the Microsoft Management Summit

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All eyes on virtual apps at MMS
Application virtualization demos set hearts afire at the Microsoft Management Summit. Could it be the next big thing after server virtualization?

Microsoft gobbles asset manager
At the Microsoft Management Summit 2006, the company said it acquired AssetMetrix and will integrate the features into its management tools.

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Oracle to support J.D. Edwards suites indefinitely
Alongside a new release of EnterpriseOne software, Oracle announced full support for JDE suites at the Collaborate '06 user group meeting in Nashville, Tenn.

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Taking corporate openness to the next level
Some organizations are turning to social media formats to communicate with internal and external clients. But columnist Paul Gillin cautions that all this openness can leave you vulnerable to both positive and negative feedback.

CIOs to Sun: Give us business solutions
IT experts have words of wisdom for Sun as the company begins a new era in management.

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Marketers losing touch with customers
Hyperion rallied its users to a revolution, calling for "actionable insight for all."

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Oracle beefs up database security at Collaborate '06
Oracle’s new Database Vault and Secure Backup offerings promise to make it easier to avoid internal threats and automate disk-to-tape backup. SearchOracle.com talked to Oracle’s Mark Townsend at Collaborate ’06 in Nashville to find out more.

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Podcast: SAP user group head explains SAP successes, challenges
ASUG president Mike Perroni talks about the latest SAP technologies, why SAP customers are slow to upgrade and what to expect at this year’s ASUG and Sapphire user conferences.

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Special Report: With intrusion defense vendors, one size doesn't fit all
In the final installment of our special three-day series, Intruder Alert, a majority of IT shops say they rely on Cisco and Symantec for intrusion defense. But others say they're just as happy using free open source tools.

Wikis and blogs transforming workflow

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Wikis and blogs transforming workflow
A year ago they were little more than geeky playthings. Now wikis and blogs are the hottest tools in workflow and productivity management.

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Oracle to certify Siebel apps on Fusion Middleware
Oracle outlined plans for extending back office integration to Siebel's front-end systems at the Collaborate conference held this week.

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Virus onslaught sickens smartphones
Mobile devices are still somewhat of an unknown. They’re out there, but they’ve only just begun. What are they, what do they do, and what can you do for protection?

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Will Schwartz add more Windows to Sun?
With Jonathan Schwartz now at the helm of Sun Microsystems, could stronger bonds with Microsoft be in the cards?

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Open source EnterpriseDB takes aim at Oracle customers
In an interview with SearchOracle.com, Andy Astor, EnterpriseDB's president and chief executive officer, discusses his firm's plans to lure Oracle customers over to the open source world.

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Special Report: To executives, intrusion defense is a hard sell
In the second installment of our special three-day series, Intruder Alert, security administrators say intrusion defense frustrates them not only because executives are reluctant to buy in, but also because even the top products have a long way to go.

IE 'object' tag flaw found
Attackers could launch malicious code and corrupt system memory by exploiting the latest Internet Explorer flaw. Experts suggest avoiding untrusted Web sites.

Microsoft customers want more out-of-cycle patches
Customers say Microsoft was right to issue an out-of-cycle fix for its flawed Windows Explorer patch. In fact, they wish the vendor would do it more often.

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SMB IT spending strongest in three years
IT budgets for small and medium-sized businesses are expected to rise 7% in 2006, up from 4.8% in 2005, and slightly ahead of 2004, according to a new report. Hardware and security are priorities.

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EMC Clariion users make wish list
EMC's new Clariion arrays are still little more than speculation and rumor, but that didn't stop users at EMC World from talking about what they hope for in the new products.

EMC users iron out software bugs
As EMC moves further into software, its users are increasingly dealing with the same bug-fix issues that they would with any software company.

EMC plots appliance strategy
EMC launches second appliance for application discovery and says many more are on the way.

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Microsoft Service Desk could be tough sell
Even by adding a service desk to its System Center portfolio, it won't be easy for Microsoft to entice Windows shops that have already invested time and money in third-party products.

TechTarget News Roundup -- April 25th, 2006

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CIOs voice skepticism about Sun CEO impact
Scott McNealy seems to have plenty of confidence in his handpicked successor, Jonathan Schwartz, but CIOs wonder if he’s the man to reinvigorate Sun.

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State of the blade: Report from the Server Blade Summit
According to attendees at the Server Blade Summit last week, IT shops are standardizing on single vendor platforms for consolidation. Analysts say IBM is leading the pack.

TranTech reins in data center sprawl at U.S. Census
An Alexandria, Va.-based project management firm helped the U.S. Census Bureau gut its IT operations and consolidate onto blade servers.

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VoIP better, cheaper than TDM upgrade for medical imaging center
As business continued to grow, Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging center needed to boost its infrastructure. The company added a voice system from Mitel and FastIron switches with Power-Over-Ethernet from Foundry.

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Data center dos and don'ts: Virtualization
Wade Reynolds and David Marshall offer handy security tips and advice on how and where to use virtualization in the data center.

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Special Report: Ideal intrusion defense combines processes and people
What defines good enterprise intrusion defense? In the first installment of our special three-day series, Intruder Alert, IT pros say the best programs not only thwart the bad computing habits of insiders, but also the spyware and other malware they allow in.

Special Report: 'Intruder Alert' -- Looking at the numbers
In February, SearchSecurity.com surveyed more than 300 security professionals from a variety of industries regarding their intrusion defense programs. Here is a look at the questions we asked and the answers provided by our respondents.

Security Bytes: More flaws in Mac OS X
In other news: Financial firms scramble over massive online heist, Symantec warns of Scan Engine flaws and a new Snort-based tool is unveiled.

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User connects EMC Clariions over Cisco for DR
It took five rounds of talks with EMC and some technical help from Cisco, but AQR Capital has a working DR plan connecting EMC Clariion's over 50 miles using Cisco.

TechTarget News Roundup -- April 24th, 2006

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WAN optimization market speeds up
Dispersion, growth and consolidation are fueling a WAN optimization fire, causing the market to nearly double last year and positioning it to continue on that track.

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Windows patch problems to force out-of-cycle repair
Microsoft on April 25 will re-release a critical update that fixes a Windows Explorer code-execution vulnerability. The patch has caused problems with certain third-party software.

Cisco addresses multiple vulnerabilities
Also: Apple addresses a series of Java-related flaws and one firm claims to have discovered the first J2ME Trojan.

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HP revamps RISS, unveils new archiving products
HP has added significant new features to its RISS, stepped up its efforts with ISVs and rolled out a bunch of new archiving products.

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Product upgrades, VM tools sparkle at MMS
What says 'It's springtime!' more than Microsoft's annual manageability bash? You got us. But if you go to the Management Summit, look for new versions of SMS, MOM and new tools from third-party vendors.

TechTarget News Roundup -- April 20th, 2006

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IBM System i revenue slumps hard
System i revenue plummeted 22% in the first quarter of 2006, the second such drop in as many quarters.

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Study: SOX-compliant firms see drop in costs in year 2
According to a new report, companies following Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act will see a decline in compliance costs in their second year. However, experts say IT spending on SOX compliance in general will continue to grow.

IT happens: The ‘Big Bang’ at DuPont and its aftermath
Global multi-sourcing of IT keeps DuPont fleet of foot. But, oh, is it hard work. Take a gander at the DuPont “peacock,” a showstopper organizational chart that aligns IT external and internal providers with the chemical company’s business units.

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Sun Fires running VMware cool hot data center
An Atlanta-based power consulting firm says its move from 23 Dell Inc. Xeon-based servers down to two Sun Microsystems dual-core AMD Opteron Sun Fire x4200 servers running VMware is helping to drop its data center temperature by 17 degrees.

Blades cutting a slightly larger share of server market
Four years after their inception, blade servers may finally be emerging as a viable enterprise-class platform for corporate datacenters.

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OpenDocument Alliance favorable ISO vote imminent
A group tasked with promoting the OpenDocument file standard on a global level has quadrupled its membership and handlers now expect a favorable vote when it comes time for ISO certification next month.

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IOUG: Linux to be top platform for Oracle by next year
The IOUG is kicking off Collaborate ‘06 by showcasing new survey results which suggest that Linux will soon overtake Sun’s Solaris as the top platform for Oracle database deployments.

OAUG to unveil new user forums at Collaborate '06
The executive director of the OAUG tells Oracle business applications users what to expect from next week's Collaborate '06 conference in Nashville.

Oracle releases new version of CRM On Demand
Oracle says the new version of CRM On Demand offers enhanced customization capabilities and better support for sales organizations.

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SAP could expand on-demand with mySAP All-in-one suite
SAP CEO Henning Kagermann said the company could transform its All-in-one software for midmarket customers into an on-demand offering.

SAP launches community around SOA, composites
A group made up of customers, systems integrators and developers will give input into SAP’s Enterprise Services Architecture strategy.

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Research shows smarter phishing
Recent threat reports suggest a steady increase in the aggressiveness and sophistication of phishing attacks, and bank customers are still a top target.

Congress seeks to alter legal landscape for data breaches
An intense interest from legislators and little corporate opposition suggest that Congress will pass a data breach bill this year that may supersede more than 20 state laws.

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Ft. Knox goes for outsider's SRM tool
Despite being an HP shop for servers and storage, the Army's recruitment headquarters at Ft. Knox recently purchased an SRM tool from Northern instead of AppIQ.

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Microsoft's patch manager gets a refresh
WSUS will debut at Microsoft Management Summit 2006 with a new UI, custom views and other features.

TechTarget News Roundup -- April 19th, 2006

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IBM touts VoIP on System i for SMBs
VoIP isn't new, but it is new to System i. With many small companies just starting to get involved with IP telephony, IBM claims it’s the right time to bring its machine onboard.

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CIOs find respect (and money) retain top workers
As the demand for highly skilled tech workers intensifies, CIOs might be tempted to try creative tactics to keep them. But experts say a little respect (and more money) goes a long way.

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Cray spin-off tackles virtual machine sprawl
Cassatt Corp. jostles for position in crowded virtual management market, raising the question: Where should virtual machine management come from?

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Wireless IDS/IPS thwarts mall intruders
Siemens yesterday announced the addition of IDS/IPS and location services to its HiPath wireless line, which the largest shopping mall in the world will use to secure its WLAN.

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Oracle fixes 36 more vulnerabilities
Reducing its load from the previous quarter, Oracle has released 36 patches for vulnerabilities in its various products.

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Microsoft to close security updates on old Windows
As of mid-July, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates for Windows 98 and Windows Me. Experts say the decision is likely long overdue.

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SMB cyberthreats on the rise
Two recent studies suggest the nation’s small businesses are more vulnerable to cyberattacks than ever before.

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Windows Storage Server R2 replaces IP SAN
Wireless equipment provider Comarco is replacing an IP SAN from Intransa with HP's Windows Storage Server 2003 R2, cutting its costs in half.

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What the new Office means for developers
Visual Studio Tools for Office lets developers customize Office documents and applications. Once Office 2007 comes out, the UI Ribbon can be given a new look, too.

Podcast: MIX06, Patterns & Practices, Windows on a Mac
Our latest podcast summarizes the MIX06 Web developers' conference and Microsoft's latest patterns & practices Summit. We also peer through a "Window" into Apple.

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Microsoft service desk partner to add option for MOM
Asset management software maker PS'Soft will add to its Windows management inventory by releasing service desk software that is integrated with MOM.

TechTarget News Roundup -- April 18th, 2006

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Outsourcing on verge of cultural evolution
A growing number of CIOs are placing a higher importance on cultural fit when exploring offshore outsourcing possibilities. But some experts warn far too many still focus on only short-term cost savings.

CA acquires workload automation provider Cybermation
The acquisition of Cybermation eliminates a competitor for CA. But the deal also offers some opportunities for customers of both companies.

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Location intelligence puts BI in its place
Location intelligence software users say that the new technology takes business intelligence up a notch by using location-specific data to provide new insights into business.

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Spectrum analyzer hunts wireless VoIP interference
Wi-Fi is prone to interference. So is wireless VoIP. Cognio has updated its Spectrum Expert to track down interference and give managers a detailed view of the network.

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News briefs: WildPackets, Cisco, FreeWave, and Trapeze in the news
WildPackets’ Apdex rates the quality of user experience; Cisco released a multi-service module for Catalyst 6500 switches; FreeWave 900MHz radio provides a range of more than 60 miles; and Trapeze demos seamless mobility.

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SAP addresses midmarket challenges
SAP’s revamped partner reseller program and hybrid sales model is translating into big wins, according to Michael Sotnick, SAP’s senior vice president of small and midsize businesses.

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Microsoft confirms Windows patch glitch
The software giant corroborates glitches with one of last week's Windows patches, but explains how affected users can implement workarounds.

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Companies in Bay Area brace for another 'big one'
It's only a matter of time before another earthquake like the one in San Francisco in 1906 hits again, meaning users in the Bay Area have to do more DR planning than most.

EMC adds backup app awareness to VTL
EMC announced a new version of its Clariion Disk Library that allows Networker 7.3 to control writes to tape will be available this June.

TechTarget News Roundup -- April 17th, 2006

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Law firm picks Palm Treos over BlackBerry ‘pancakes’
A Houston law firm wanted devices that could do it all but were also nice and compact. After rigorous testing, the firm chose Palm Treo smartphones over BlackBerrys.

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Virtual trial leads to datacenter overhaul
IT folks at a Canadian media company thought they were testing virtualization software as a way to run a tighter ship. They got more than they bargained for.

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Mozilla fixes nearly two dozen Firefox flaws
The digital underground could exploit the vulnerabilities to bypass security restrictions, tamper with sensitive data or conduct cross-site scripting and phishing attacks.

Security Blog Log: Man of God, man of ID theft
The latest from the blogosphere: new government data on the scope of ID theft and the tale of how a pastor and his wife were charged with the crime.
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Cisco invests in NeoPath for file virtualization
Cisco is expected to make a strategic investment in NeoPath Networks this week, continuing the shakeout in the file virtualization market.

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Microsoft's Virtual Server gets free MOM pack
Microsoft hasn't offered much in terms of virtual server manageability thus far, but the company did release a free management pack that keeps tabs on computers running Virtual Server 2005.

TechTarget News Roundup -- April 14th, 2006

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Double-Take loosens VMware licensing
As of this week, users of Double-Take's replication software no longer have to buy a license for every virtual server.

TechTarget News Roundup -- April 13th, 2006

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Offshore contracts: the finer the print, the better
Off the shelf might be just fine for IT services, but offshore contracts should be custom-made. Gartner offers tips for "contracting effectively in a globally sourced world."

Notebooks in the data center take root
Although desktops still dominate the business world, vendors have recognized that notebooks are the future. Should CIOs follow their lead?

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Enviro-friendly data center cuts costs
Data centers can be hogs to upkeep, and as cost factors like energy prices climb, some companies are turning to green methods to reduce costs.

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Monitoring service gives companies “the upper hand”
An Atlanta company turned to the Logix Resource Group for network monitoring and reporting after several frightening “bumps in the night.”

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Collaborate '06 Preview: IOUG's Kaplan on RAC, security, mobility and more
IOUG president Ari Kaplan explains what's on tap for the Collaborate '06 Oracle users' conference being held later this month in Nashville.

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Podcast: SAP implementation challenges, pitfalls
James Smith, IT director of dishware and stemware maker Rosenthal USA, discusses the challenges and potential pitfalls of an SAP implementation.

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Report: IM, P2P threats on the rise
Research shows a steady increase in threats that target unauthorized IM and peer-to-peer applications. Worse yet, most IT departments have no way of knowing the threats exist.

Opinion: It's time to fix AV warning messages
Warning messages from antivirus filters are becoming nearly as burdensome as unsolicited and malicious e-mails. What can be done? Ferris Research analyst Richi Jennings says the answer is to pressure vendors and apply existing standards.

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IBM and HP at odds on database storage
IBM's new release of DB2 and HP's acquisition of OuterBay put the two server/storage titans on opposite sides of the database storage spectrum.

Clustering newcomer shakes up scene
As clustering gains popularity, the emergence of Crosswalk's iGrid software necessitates a deeper delve into the subtleties of competing products.

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ActiveX update may cause minor glitches in Windows shops
Analysts say the ActiveX patch may confuse users and create problems for Windows managers.

TechTarget IT News Roundup -- April 12th, 2006

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Wellness at your service
Cincinnati Children's Hospital's Karen Maas is turning a creaky help desk into a well-oiled ITSM system. Now nurses and doctors can focus on making children better.

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University shrinks two data centers into one in 24 hours
University of Texas at Arlington moved the contents of two data centers into a single updated facility. While the planning took six months, the physical move was over in 24 hours.

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Get ready -- Bluetooth is coming
Despite its inherent security risks, Bluetooth is obviously taking hold. Network managers are warned to start taking notice.

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Microsoft releases five fixes for IE, Windows
The software giant's monthly update fixes several IE flaws, including the createTextRange issue, and addresses vulnerabilities in a range of Windows programs.

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Growing budgets fuel SMB hardware spending
Analysts say IT budgets are on the rise for SMBs so spending is up, but SMBs still lag in adoption of new technology.

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Medical imaging firm picks Plasmon over EMC
Hearing unfavorable news from its parent hospital about EMC's Centera archiving appliance, Newport Imaging picked Plasmon's UDO Archive Appliance to store its PACS images.

TechTarget IT News Roundup -- April 11th, 2006

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Infrastructure management moves offshore
As the offshore outsourcing market matures, Indian vendors are now poised to take over another chunk of the IT stack: the care and feeding of infrastructure.

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Salesforce.com seizes Sendia for SaaS, CRM mobility
Salesforce.com acquired mobile technology maker Sendia today and launched AppExchange Mobile, which relies on the new technology to mobilize Software as a Service applications.

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Vendors promise CMDB interoperability
BMC Software Inc., Fujitsu Ltd., Hewlett-Packard Co. and IBM today announced plans to create a new interoperability specification designed to enable customers to federate and access information from multi-vendor IT infrastructures.

Washington energy lobby adopts Exchange failover
One of the largest lobbying associations in the U.S. energy industry recently implemented failover software from XOsoft to guard against costly e-mail lapses.

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Collaboration suite bridges the Cisco/Microsoft gap
CallTower Inc. recently unveiled its latest hosted collaboration suite, which integrates with Microsoft Live Communications Server and Cisco CallManager.

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Golden's Rules: Red Hat/JBoss pairing bad news for BEA, Novell
Red Hat's acquisition of JBoss is bad news for proprietary middleware vendors, particularly BEA, and Red Hat's competitor, Novell, says columnist Bernard Golden.

Users gain from Red Hat's JBoss buy
Red Hat bought JBoss to the tune of $350 million this week bringing middleware and an operating system under one roof.

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Oracle accidentally exposes flaw, exploit
A database researcher says details about a high-risk privilege escalation vulnerability were mistakenly posted on Oracle’s MetaLink site last week. There’s no patch, but there are workarounds.

Microsoft triggers security vendor 'arms race'
McAfee Total Protection illustrates how it and other vendors are addressing enterprise security management woes while fending off Microsoft's thrust into security.

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Exabyte offers cheap LTO automation
A new library from Exabyte is the first automated tape library in an autoloader form factor, according to industry analysts. But if Exabyte builds it, will SMBs come?

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Red Hat, JBoss could disrupt SOA disruption
Analysts see deal's business sense but it is still unclear how Linux and LAMP development fits together with open source Java development and SOA.

TechTarget IT News Roundup -- April 10th, 2006

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Open source BI gets down to business
Open source business intelligence may not cost less to implement, but more funds can be spent on services rather than licensing, a proponent says, and that means more customized BI.

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Voice In brief: Verizon's Secure IM, big VoIP for SMBs, wireless voice management gets detailed
Voice news highlights include high profile Verizon's offer of Secure IM. Meanwhile smaller players fill in VoIP voids with new services and tools.

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Auditor’s office wards off potential wireless threats
Because of its strict anti-wireless policy, the Washington State Auditor’s Office needed a way to ensure that no one inside or outside could tap into the state network wirelessly.

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Five Microsoft patches coming, but why wait?
The createTextRange flaw in IE will be among those fixed, but with exploits in the wild, some debate whether once-a-month patching is right for the times.

Security Blog Log: Yahoo's click-fraud problem
This week, security bloggers examined Yahoo's relationship with adware vendors, and the price Verizon paid for aggressive spam blocking. Also: Oracle's CSO starts a blog.

Security Bytes: Crossover platform virus on the loose
Meanwhile, IBM seeks to bring mainframe-level security to devices and multiple flaws are fixed in the open source ClamAV program.

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Users get mixed results tiering storage
Some users at SNW said the increased cost of managing tiered storage sucks up the gains in cheaper hardware, while others say they still see savings from avoiding FC.

Healthcare plays catch-up
Healthcare users at SNW shared the unique challenges of the fastest growing vertical market in storage and the ways they've found to handle them.

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Microsoft + Open Source: Too good to be true?
Does Microsoft want to become open source's new best friend? It may not get that cozy, but Bill Hilf, director of platform technology strategy, thinks there is a lot his company can learn from "the movement."

TechTarget IT News Roundup -- April 5,2006

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Champy: The perils and perks of going paperless
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There are many benefits -- in addition to saving trees -- to moving toward a paperless environment. In his monthly column, James Champy offers advice on how to achieve a fully paperless atmosphere and take advantage of the many efficiencies technology offers.

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Aspect records quality monitoring buy
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With the purchase of SophistiCom, Aspect adds quality monitoring to its performance management suite

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Building a CDI business case takes careful planning
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Customer data integration has enterprise-wide benefits, but finding funding and executive support can be a challenge.

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Network tool stops security threats dead in their tracks
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Mu Security’s new security analyzer tool puts developing products through a vulnerability torture chamber to identify zero-day threats.

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OSDL’s Cherry: Toppling Linux desktop app development barriers
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The biggest barrier to Linux business desktop adoption is Linux itself, as too many distributions make it harder for developers to port to or create applications for Linux, according to John Cherry initiative manager for Desktop Linux (DTL) at Open Source Development Labs (OSDL), in an interview at LinuxWorld Boston.

Open source rating system streamlined and ready for primetime
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After months of tweaking, the model framework for the Business Readiness Rating has been released and includes software taxonomies provided by IDC.

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Scam artists flocking to MySpace
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The Internet’s most popular social networking site is all the rage in phishing circles, as crooks are using MySpace profiles to figure out users' enterprise passwords.

Survey exposes lax mobile security
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Executives say they worry about smartphone security, but according to a survey from The Economist and Symantec, their approach to the problem is often inadequate.

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Portable storage devices invite big trouble
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As mobile devices become smaller, cheaper and more portable, the dangers of portable storage threats increase.

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Pixar switches gears on NetApp
http://searchstorage.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid5_gci1178630,00.html?id=blogspot
Pixar switched out NetApp NAS filers for a Pixar parallel file system for the making of Cars.

EMC strikes global OEM deal with Intel
http://searchstorage.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid5_gci1178638,00.html?id=blogspot
Extending its channel strategy away from relying too heavily on Dell, EMC signs a global OEM deal with Intel.

Brocade sheds light on NuView plans
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Brocade talked with SearchStorage at SNW about its integration plans for NuView, managing its OEM partners and its new direction beyond FC switches.

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IT contracting can be a good career move
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Can't find a permanent IT job? Consider temporary work or self employment. The rewards can be substantial for those who can stomach the costs and take on the responsibility for arranging their work and cash flows.

TechTarget News Roundup -- April 4, 2006

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IBM, Zend port PHP to System i
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IBM and PHP-founders Zend announced support for PHP on System i. Experts say PHP on System i5 is good news, but it could have been better.

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Application design critical to improving security
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Users think if they use security solutions, like firewalls and intrusion prevention systems, they can do dangerous things and still be safe. Security expert Marcus J. Ranum, chief of security at Tenable Security Inc. and inventor of the proxy firewall, says, however, the simple solution is to do fewer of those dangerous things and to better design the applications allowed across the network.

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Gartner: Good old-fashioned outsourcing has got to stop!
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Ad hoc, compulsive outsourcing needs to give way to disciplined multisourcing. How? For starters, ask the right questions in the right order.

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Contact centers mature, stagnant, report says
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Contact centers are making strides in adopting new technologies, but they're still plagued by many of the challenges they've faced for years.

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Xen founders tackle Windows virtualization
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XenSource, a startup fronted by the developers of virtualization software Xen, launched a new commercial offering that runs on Windows, after a failed attempt earlier this year.

Data center wins environmental, uptime certifications
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Healthcare insurance company Highmark Inc. built a new data center that received a Silver Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. The facility had previously received a Tier-3 certification from The Uptime Institute.

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Microsoft acquires analytics vendor ProClarity
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Microsoft announced plans yesterday to acquire ProClarity, an analytics vendor it hopes will bolster its business intelligence platform.

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Experts: Intelligent, application-aware networks may not be a wise choice
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Cisco Systems Inc. is touting its Intelligent Information and Application-Oriented Networks, but some experts say keeping the network dumb could be the smarter choice.

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Report finds SAP winning war with Oracle
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A new report from Forrester Research finds that SAP has the edge in its longstanding battle with Oracle.

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When 17 days of security is an 'Olympian' task
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There's no bigger target for attackers than the Olympic Games, but security managers thwarted attacks in Turin by having no patience for abnormal users or devices.

Survey: Enterprises quicken patch process
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A new patch management survey shows more security administrators are avoiding exploits by patching vulnerabilities quickly. In some cases, maybe too quickly.

Security Bytes: Massive fraud via Web payment site
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Meanwhile: McAfee fixes Webshield flaw, Trend Micro data is compromised; and Apple fixes its Mac OS X firmware.

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Symantec rethinks remote office backup
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Symantec announces PureDisk, a disk-based remote office backup product that eliminates the need for tape at branch offices.

Users puzzle over iSCSI
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ISCSI is the buzzword at SNW -- but while most say it's a good idea in theory, some users are still stumped when it comes to deploying it.

TechTarget News Roundup -- April 3, 2006

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Buyers should beware in BI negotiations
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Business intelligence platforms are complex, expensive purchases. A Gartner analyst offers helpful tips for getting the most for your money and avoiding hidden costs down the road.

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Survey validates VoIP’s mass migration
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A recent survey shows that VoIP and VoIP management solutions are continuing to mature.

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VMware exec: On free specs, virtualization's boost for Linux
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VMware is opening up some specs, but there's no open sourcing in sight. But, a VMware exec sees virtualization boosting adoption of Linux and open source software.

Splunk Base brings IT troubleshooting to the IT masses
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Splunk is betting the combination of a powerful IT troubleshooting search tool and a global repository managed by IT pros will help combat data center complexity.

Virtual Iron adds Xen; aims for rival VMware
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Virtual Iron's newest version of its virtualization software adds Xen's hypervisor. Now the startup is talking tough and taking on market leader VMware.

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Fake BBC e-mails seek to exploit IE flaw
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Attackers are using messages with BBC article excerpts to trick people into visiting a Web site that exploits the Internet Explorer createTextRange flaw.

Security Blog Log: Nash, still at the helm, addresses IE fixes
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With big updates in store for Internet Explorer, outgoing security chief Mike Nash uses Microsoft’s security blog to address concerns.

Grid computing and security uncertainties
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As more companies consider using grid computing services following the launch of Sun's new grid service, security pros must be mindful of the benefits and drawbacks, and where that usage fits within an organization's security strategy.

Security Bytes: Courts get tough on digital miscreants
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This week a Wi-Fi thief and a spyware duo face the music; Web analysts distance themselves from the bad guys; and does anyone want to go on a 'phishing' trip?

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SNW: Product news highlights
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Dell, EMC, Cisco, Microsoft, HDS and scores of startups launch new products at SNW in San Diego this week. Stay tuned for full coverage of the show.

HP storage chief blasts EMC
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Bob Schultz, GM of HP's storage business, says EMC's partnership with Dell is uncertain at best, and the company's major acquisitions have not burned up the market.

SearchWinIT.com:
VM market on fire with software giveaways
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Microsoft drops its fee for Virtual Server; VMware opens its disk format. The server virtualization market is rapidly commoditizing as Microsoft, VMware and open source startups jockey for position.