* If only they knew then what we all know now * Salary survey shows defense and government catching up * Sun forms grid exchange * Qwest, Verizon eyeing MCI * Network managers dating network managers * Looking for start-up stars * Today on Layer 8
No analyst firm has a magic crystal ball. But they often proclaim that they can see into the future, that the market for virtual Gigabit QoS application firewall platforms will reach $1 billion by 2008 – and yes, I just made that up. Maybe I could do this analyst thing. The problem today is that people remember when you make outrageous predictions, ever since the Internet bust dashed so many false hopes. In our story today several analysts look back at predictions that were way off. If only they knew then what we all know now http://www.nwfusion.com/news/2005/013105widernetresearch.html?net
No analyst firm has a magic crystal ball. But they often proclaim that they can see into the future, that the market for virtual Gigabit QoS application firewall platforms will reach $1 billion by 2008 – and yes, I just made that up. Maybe I could do this analyst thing. The problem today is that people remember when you make outrageous predictions, ever since the Internet bust dashed so many false hopes. In our story today several analysts look back at predictions that were way off.
If only they knew then what we all know now
https://www.nwfusion.com/news/2005/013105widernetresearch.html?net
Salary survey shows defense and government catching up
The good news is that if you work in IT for the government or defense sectors – or if you live in Atlanta – your salary probably went up. The bad news is that in almost every other case, IT salaries are down.
https://www.nwfusion.com/news/2005/0203salarsurve.html?net
Sun forms grid exchange
Sun Thursday announced that an electronic trading environment that will let customers bid for unused compute cycles.
https://www.nwfusion.com/news/2005/0203sungrid.html?net
Qwest, Verizon eyeing MCI
According to reports, Qwest and Verizon are in talks with MCI regarding a possible merger. This news is on the heels of SBC’s announcement on Monday to acquire AT&T for about $16 billion.
https://www.nwfusion.com/edge/news/2005/0203qvmci.html?net
Network managers dating network managers
In honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re looking for network administrators in love who are willing to tell their stories. Does your significant other keep the same crazy hours and deal with the same headaches you face in your job? Do you share work-related victories and frustrations, or do you have a “no shop talk” clause in your relationship? Please contact Network World reporter Cara Garretson at mailto:cgarretson@nww.com if you’re up for sharing your story.
Looking for start-up stars
Don’t miss your chance to submit your favorite corporate newbie as a start-up to watch in ’05. The deadline for this annual Network World package is Friday, Feb. 4. The nomination form is available at:
https://www.mblast.com/workspace/buyersguide/invite.asp?GUID=BG38829%20
Today on Layer 8, where we say “Go Pats!”:
The best Valentine’s Day cards ever; Harry Potter author warns fans against phishing; deleting spam costs billions; and beware of bad iPod accessories; all this today and more at your home for not-just-networking news.
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