Would BEA disappear under Oracle?Oracle’s 10 acquisitions in 2007
Oracle’s bid to purchase BEA Systems would eliminate a direct competitor, but analysts say BEA customers probably don’t have to worry about Oracle dropping BEA’s successful product line. Plus: A look at
Videoconferencing made for Dr. Phil
While videoconferencing has proven its worth for corporate meetings and distance learning, researchers say the technology could also play a big role in mediating disputes between coworkers, neighbors and family members.
IBM Gas Gauge lets mainframe customers see energy use in real time
Big Blue launched a program that lets mainframe customers monitor energy use in real time. IBM’s metering system works by grabbing energy and cooling statistic from internal sensors that are now standard equipment in the company’s System z9 mainframes.
FCC lifts AT&T pricing restrictions
The FCC announced today that it will grant AT&T relief from pricing restrictions for its broadband infrastructure and fiber capabilities, despite the objections of some telecom providers.
Femtocell opportunities growing, panelists say
With femtocells gaining more attention as a potential money-saving technology, several companies are racing to claim space in the emerging femtocell market, said a recent panel hosted by MassNetComms.
10 funniest Microsoft YouTube videos
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INTERVIEW
How one manager deals with dwindling IT talent pool
Research from the Society for Information Management revealed IT managers worry most about attracting, developing and retaining IT talent. James Kritcher, vice president of IT at White Electronic Designs, weighs in.
BLOGS
Today on Microsoft Subneta Microsoft connection is found in the first Linux IP lawsuit. Dell says: Linux is growing despite Microsoft’s threats. Chandler project: The open-source Outlook killer?
Novell quietly updates its Linux customer indemnification policy while
Today on Cisco Subnettelepresence lite. Are CCIEs protecting their turf to the detriment of employers? Will 2007 be the year for a Cisco shares dividend?
Cisco vs. Microsoft: Now video conferencing is the battle turf: Microsoft’s $3,000 RoundTable is
