ExtraHop Networks, Reflex Systems and StoredIQ separately bring in venture funding during down economy.
* Cisco's intent to buy application management and automation software maker Tidal has industry watchers wondering if the hardware giant will stick to a long-term software strategy.
IT managers buy products for one purpose, use it for others
Software updates help automate storage, workflow to reduce IT management costs
Northeastern University engineering students tout the potential benefits to a career in high-tech.
* BMC, ManageEngine and Zyrion upgrade products, tout the benefits of business service management software
Engineering, computer employment drops off in first quarter
Forget buying new tools; adjusting applications and resources can deliver results in a downturn
Freeware and open source applications provide remedy for IT budget woes
* BT survey reveals more IT departments are turning to commercial tools
