MessageLabs expands reach
The e-mail security vendor takes its protective services to the Web.
Qwest touts new IP offerings
Qwest last week said it has revamped its iQ Networking business IP network and service portfolio to address user requirements
for intelligent transport, dedicated Internet access, security and service quality assurance.
HP buys RLX, targets Linux management
HP is bolstering its management tools for blade servers with a plan to acquire RLX Technologies and its Linux-based server-management
software.
A whole new look for x86 systems
With features such as 64-bit support, enhanced virtualization capabilities and dual-core designs available from Intel and
AMD, systems vendors are rolling out more-advanced x86-based servers.
Google's partnership with Sun draws skeptical analysis
Google may be a media darling flush with cash, but any attempt on its part to muscle into productivity and collaborative applications
will find the company in an underdog role it might not be ready to handle, according to IT professionals and other industry
experts.
New GUIs enhance wireless LAN tool
AirWave this week plans to release a version of its software with upgraded GUIs that its says makes managing multi-vendor
wireless LANs easier.
Conference focuses on open source in government
IT executives from a dozen states will meet in Oregon this week to take a close look at open source software and how a collaborative
approach to application development could help them cut costs and speed software development.
Security management advances
Choices in security event management continue to grow as three SEM vendors debut products that ease central collection and
analysis of log and event data generated by firewalls, intrusion-detection systems and other net gear.
ISP spat leaves customers disconnected
A financial dispute between two major Internet backbone providers has led to dropped traffic between their networks - a high-stakes
game of chicken that's angering customers affected by the network disruptions.
Grid taking shape in enterprise nets
End users, vendors discuss how the technology can maximize capacity and more efficiently process jobs.
IT guru extols utility computing use
IT thought leader Nicholas Carr headlined an event here last week that brought together local IT executives who debated the
merits and hitches of utility computing.
News briefs: SBC to retain AT&T name, report says
Also: Symantec AntiVirus Scan Engine users told to upgrade; Check Point buys IDS vendor; ousted PeopleSoft CEO joins Salesforce.com
board; Sprint Nextel sues Vonage; VeriSign buys blogger net infrastructure
Microsoft bellies up with security software
Microsoft last week unveiled its long-anticipated anti-virus, anti-spyware software designed for corporate networks. This
marks its first direct and significant shot at partners such as McAfee and Symantec that develop similar software.
F5, Citrix get apps up to speed
F5 Networks and Citrix Systems this week are expected to launch software and hardware products targeted at small and large
businesses that want to speed up and secure Web-based applications.
3Com adds anti-phishing to IPS box
3Com this week is expected to add anti-phishing capabilities to its TippingPoint IPS family that could help organizations
lower the risk of employees being tricked into handing over sensitive personal or corporate data to fraudulent Web sites.
WLAN QoS standard approved
A specification that could improve voice and video on wireless LANs has received approval from the IEEE, ending a long standards-setting
process but possibly setting the stage for more work on the problem.
Gordano beefs up mail server security
Messaging server vendor Gordano last week released enhancements for its mail server designed to help stem the flood of spam
and provide an extra dose of anti-virus protection.
PGP widens encryption software offerings
PGP last week announced the second version of its PGP Universal desktop encryption software, adding a way for customers to
encrypt the entire contents of a computer, including the operating system.
In brief: Lockdown Networks announces net access control
Also: Symantec snaps up BindView for $209 million in cash; McAfee announces ePolicy Orchestrator 3.6
Extreme launches managed service
Extreme Networks this week is expected to announce network and device management services intended to give customers a clearer
picture of what they have in terms of network devices and how well that equipment is performing. Application-specific management
services for VoIP, security and other areas also are options in the services offering.
BMC rolls out new additions to identity suite
BMC Software last week expanded its identity management suite with three products designed to help end users handle regulatory
compliance and integrate identity data with other companies.
F5, Citrix get apps up to speed
F5 Networks and Citrix Systems this week are expected to launch software and hardware products targeted at small and large
businesses that want to speed up and secure Web-based applications.
Start-up touts attack-blocking appliance
Start-up Imperva has announced an attack-blocking appliance that is designed to help businesses secure their networks and
meet government privacy requirements.
In brief: Philly picks EarthLink for Wi-Fi net
Also: Meriton Networks to acquire Mahi Networks
First Power5+ servers released
Machines are aimed at small to midsize businesses and include several products, notably a quadcore server, together with virtualization
and systems management software.
IBM, start-up become grid partners
IBM announced last week at the GridWorld show in Boston that it has licensed commercial releases of Globus middleware from
Univa, a start-up focusing on open source grid software.
In brief: Microsoft releases management tool for MOM
The Microsoft Windows Base Operating System Management Pack for Microsoft Operations Manager 2005 provides detection, alerting
and automatic response to events and performance issues.
Virtela monitors, manages customer-owned devices
Virtela has announced a service for monitoring and managing customer-owned networking gear so businesses can offload some
IT chores while keeping control of equipment.
Insurance adjusters use pen-based GUI, wireless
A Canadian insurance company is deploying to its field adjusters a new mobile application designed to speed damage claims
and make repair estimates more accurate.
Survey says software spending stable
IT budgets are generally stable, but companies are still looking for ways to reduce IT expenses, according to new research
from Goldman Sachs.
Siebel deepens Office-CRM integration
Siebel Systems last week released an updated version of its Professional Edition, a lower-cost version of its CRM software
aimed at small and midsize business users.
Nortel, Witness aid call centers
The desire to implement flexible staffing options and optimize employee performance is driving many of today's call center-related
IT investments.
In brief: Teradata updates marketing apps set
Also: Business Objects to buy information visualization software developer Infommersion; Trusted Network Technologies offers
free identity kit
Microsoft Office gets PDF support
Microsoft is adding native support for PDF in the next version of its office productivity suite, code-named Office 12, which
is expected to be available next year.
CA touts Concord, Aprisma support
Computer Associates last week sent its big guns to a local user event in an effort to show support for its newest customers
and detail CA's commitment to product integration and development.
Vendors upgrade operations automation gear
IT automation vendors last week upgraded their software platforms to help customers process jobs and manage workloads more
efficiently across heterogeneous networks.
