Wednesday | 14 May, 2008
HP buys EDS for US$13.9 billion
EDS will give HP the muscle it needs to become a serious threat to IBM's services business
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Tegatech broadens UMPC portfolio with Gigabyte 14 May, 2008 08:48:02
New range of UMPCs to appeal to younger enthusiastsNiche mobile device distributor, Tegatech, has brought another UMPC brand into its portfolio after signing with Taiwanese manufacturer, Gigabyte. - +
HP buys EDS for US$13.9 billion 14 May, 2008 07:54:36
EDS will give HP the muscle it needs to become a serious threat to IBM's services businessHP said Tuesday morning that it has signed a deal to acquire IT outsourcer EDS for US$13.9 billion, or US$25.00 per share. - +
BMC looks to boost services automation through the channel 14 May, 2008 10:21:27
Services automation vendor claims there are emerging opportunities around virtualisationBMC Software is strengthening its franchise partner network in a bid to boost channel coverage across its broadening services automation product line. - +
Disaster recovery vendor appoints distribution manager 14 May, 2008 10:24:38
Acronis says more appointments will be made off the back of strong local growthDisaster recovery vendor, Acronis, has appointed Simon Bills as its national distribution manager after a year of strong growth. - +
Marshal appoints new channel manager 13 May, 2008 15:47:02
Serdar Yelutas takes on role after Warren Bailey exits after less than six monthsSecurity vendor, Marshal, has appointed Serdar Yelutas as channel manager to revamp the vendor's partner program. - +
Cognos on the look out for more partners 13 May, 2008 16:08:51
Vendor wants partners that understand performance management, data integration and warehousing.Business intelligence software vendor, Cognos, is on the hunt for more channel partners.
More >PC and Components
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Tegatech broadens UMPC portfolio with Gigabyte 14 May, 2008 08:48:02
New range of UMPCs to appeal to younger enthusiastsNiche mobile device distributor, Tegatech, has brought another UMPC brand into its portfolio after signing with Taiwanese manufacturer, Gigabyte. - +
New IBM blade billed as supercomputer for the average IT Joe 14 May, 2008 09:09:24
New Cell chip said to boost performance by 5 times compared to previous blade serversIBM Tuesday unveiled a new blade server based on the Cell chip that was originally designed to run a video game console.
More >Networking
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Study: 'Hyperconnected' users growing 14 May, 2008 08:07:21
'Hyperconnected' users: those using at least seven devices and nine applicationsEnterprises are facing an exploding "culture of connectivity," with global information workers using an increasing number of devices and applications, according to an IDC study released on Tuesday. - +
Cisco data center chief steps down 13 May, 2008 10:19:34
Ullal is third top executive to leave in 15 months as Cisco transitions into an IT vendorCisco Systems's senior official in charge of data center, switching and services is leaving after 15 years at the networking company to pursue other opportunities.
More >Services
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BMC looks to boost services automation through the channel 14 May, 2008 10:21:27
Services automation vendor claims there are emerging opportunities around virtualisationBMC Software is strengthening its franchise partner network in a bid to boost channel coverage across its broadening services automation product line. - +
HP buys EDS for US$13.9 billion 14 May, 2008 07:54:36
EDS will give HP the muscle it needs to become a serious threat to IBM's services businessHP said Tuesday morning that it has signed a deal to acquire IT outsourcer EDS for US$13.9 billion, or US$25.00 per share.
More >Software
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BMC looks to boost services automation through the channel 14 May, 2008 10:21:27
Services automation vendor claims there are emerging opportunities around virtualisationBMC Software is strengthening its franchise partner network in a bid to boost channel coverage across its broadening services automation product line. - +
Cognos on the look out for more partners 13 May, 2008 16:08:51
Vendor wants partners that understand performance management, data integration and warehousing.Business intelligence software vendor, Cognos, is on the hunt for more channel partners.
More >Security
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Marshal appoints new channel manager 13 May, 2008 15:47:02
Serdar Yelutas takes on role after Warren Bailey exits after less than six monthsSecurity vendor, Marshal, has appointed Serdar Yelutas as channel manager to revamp the vendor's partner program. - +
Microsoft fixes critical Windows, Word flaws 14 May, 2008 07:56:07
Patch Jet Database bug pronto, say researchers; exploits in circulationMicrosoft Tuesday patched six vulnerabilities, most marked "critical," in Windows, Word, Publisher and its anti-virus software.
More >Storage
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Multiple short outages can add up to major problems 13 May, 2008 12:14:23
Preparing for major catastrophes is just one piece of IT disaster planning these daysCorporate executives have long created IT plans to cope with major disasters, but now they're increasingly taking steps to prevent the brief shutdowns that can cost companies hundreds of thousands of dollars or more in their own right. - +
Hitachi looks to add consulting skills into channel 12 May, 2008 08:46:41
Storage vendor boosts its consulting capabilitiesHitachi Data Systems is looking to expand its business consulting practice and bring more partners on-board.
More >Mobility
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Icy encryption tool protects laptops from "cold boot" attack, vendor says 14 May, 2008 08:36:43
Vulnerable encryption keys erased by HyBlue's IceLockThe vendor HyBlue says it can prevent the "cold boot" encryption hack discovered by Princeton researchers with a laptop security product announced Tuesday. - +
Study: 'Hyperconnected' users growing 14 May, 2008 08:07:21
'Hyperconnected' users: those using at least seven devices and nine applicationsEnterprises are facing an exploding "culture of connectivity," with global information workers using an increasing number of devices and applications, according to an IDC study released on Tuesday.
More >Retail
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Academy Store to be sold off 13 May, 2008 11:07:44
Apple reseller still trading but receivers and liquidators have been appointedFlailing Bondi Junction-based Apple reseller, Academy Store, will be sold off, according to its receivers. - +
Toshiba eyes fuel cells, Cell-based TV by 2009 12 May, 2008 08:12:24
Toshiba plans to begin mass production of Direct Methanol Fuel Cells by March next year and to have a TV based on the Cell chip on sale before the end of 2009.Toshiba plans to begin mass production of Direct Methanol Fuel Cells by March next year and to have a television based on the powerful Cell microprocessor on sale before the end of the same year, it said Thursday.
Interviews
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Around the world 23 April, 2008 12:13:49
Datacom NSW systems director, Mark McWilliams, has been with the integration and services company for eight years and plays a significant role in its Australian development. He spoke to ARN about his desire for company growth and his ambition to sail around the worldWhat was your first job? - +
After Hours: Infotronics technical director, Phil Lancaster 23 April, 2008 11:47:57
My favourite book or movie ... my reading tends to be mainly limited to trade and business publications, but if I pick up a book it is normally a biography or similar. On the screen one that comes to mind is Top Gun, but I am also a M.A.S.H tragic -- I love the clever combination of a serious situation with humour. - +
Get with the program 30 April, 2008 12:01:07
If green technology practices are to be adopted, the channel has a vital role to play in educating the market. What is Cisco doing to get that message through its channel community?
CeBIT 2008
Bring you all the latest news from the world's largest technology show- +
CEBIT: Navigation devices find their way to Cebit 07 March, 2008 11:08:02
GPS manufacturers at Cebit presented devices with new functions, including more realistic illustrations of roads and better advice on which lane to takeAmong all the new features the manufacturers of GPS receivers introduced at Cebit this year, one thing they haven't cracked yet is how to navigate around the myriad halls and alleys of the trade show, which sprawls over 240,000 square meters of exhibition space. With the reorganization of the show this year, and the closure of Hall 1 for refurbishment, getting lost can be a serious problem even for seasoned show-goers. - +
CEBIT - Panel: Who should bear cost of tomorrow's broadband? 07 March, 2008 10:29:59
As the volume of Internet traffic grows explosively, driven by factors like rampant demand for online video, a new question is arising: Who will get the bill for the mega-sized data-pipes of the future? - +
CEBIT: Development model predicts chance of software flaws 07 March, 2008 10:27:50
Researchers from a German university have developed a model to predict programming errors in applications.
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Recent Acquisitions
Keeping you up to date with industry mergers and acquisitions.- +
Avnet appoints networking and security chief 05 May, 2008 11:40:53
Shayne Taylor takes charge of new business unit following departure of former ChannelWorx boss, Paul OxleyAvnet Technology Solutions has hired Shayne Taylor to lead the distributor's new networking and security division as business unit executive. The new division was formed after the distributor's acquisition of ChannelWorx in November last year. - +
EDS recruits new A/NZ operations chief 05 May, 2008 08:16:11
Services provider, EDS, has appointed Neil Emerson as its new acting managing director. He replaces Chris Mitchell, who has left after three years to pursue opportunities outside the company. - +
People Telecom buys hosted services provider 30 April, 2008 17:18:36
ASX-listed People Telecom (ASX: PEO) has acquired the assets and customer base of hosted IP provider, ValueNet, for an undisclosed sum.
Recent Appointments
Tracking the industry's movers and shakers as they climb the corporate ladder.- +
Disaster recovery vendor appoints distribution manager 14 May, 2008 10:24:38
Acronis says more appointments will be made off the back of strong local growthDisaster recovery vendor, Acronis, has appointed Simon Bills as its national distribution manager after a year of strong growth. - +
Marshal appoints new channel manager 13 May, 2008 15:47:02
Security vendor, Marshal, has appointed Serdar Yelutas as channel manager to revamp the vendor's partner program. - +
Hitachi looks to add consulting skills into channel 12 May, 2008 08:46:41
Hitachi Data Systems is looking to expand its business consulting practice and bring more partners on-board.
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