* LinuxWorld: Linux provides many benefits other than cost-cutting, says CIO panel * Google launches Wi-Fi network in Mountain View * Microsoft will fix bum patch crashing IE 6 * Dell replacement batteries could take weeks to arrive * Data fabric keeps information consistent * Buzzblog: Government anti-gambling hypocrisy at a glance * Today on Layer 8
News podcast: Network World 360
In this week’s podcast, we get a glimpse into Cisco’s approach to security, see Microsoft remain firm on SA, examine the executive changes at 3Com, analyze the fallout from the IBM-FileNet deal, and get a preview of this week’s LinuxWorld conference. Listen now. (8:42)
LinuxWorld: Linux provides many benefits other than cost-cutting, says CIO panel
Rather than looking to open source software solely for cost cutting, enterprise customers should take a broader look at the free software and bring in community-built applications in areas where it best meets business demands, a panel of CIOs agreed. Click here for more.
Google launches Wi-Fi network in Mountain View
The Wi-Fi network Google built for Mountain View becomes generally available on Wednesday, providing free broadband wireless access in this California city that the search engine giant calls home. Click here for more.
Microsoft will fix bum patch crashing IE 6
Microsoft will update a patch by next Tuesday that’s causing a version of Internet Explorer to suddenly crash. Click here for more.
Dell replacement batteries could take weeks to arrive
Laptop owners seeking replacements for recalled batteries will receive priority if they use the Dell special site set up to handle the recall, the company said Tuesday. However, users of many Latitude, Inspiron, Precision, XPS, and mobile workstation models may still be stuck with only AC power for a few weeks. Click here for more.
Data fabric keeps information consistent
The vision of an enterprise data fabric is to provide real-time data services that keep everything used in an SOA transactionally consistent while performing the necessary data transformations between systems. Get more info in this week’s Tech Update.
Buzzblog: Government anti-gambling hypocrisy at a glance
The government’s hypocrisy about online gambling burns my backside like a daylong sit on a Dell laptop. You can see the scope of this hypocrisy in a single image now – thanks to a new interactive map on MSNBC’s Web site. Click here for more.
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