* Industry watchers say the NetScout/Network General combo likely to provide a comprehensive set of capabilities to customers
* itSMF USA conference should be on your list of must-go industry shows
HP brings Opsware data center automation software under its wing.
Performance-management software maker NetScout to acquire Sniffer packet-analysis technology maker Network General
NetScout's pending acquisition of Network General could cause turmoil for customers if not handled properly.
IT managers share tips for deploying ITIL and other best-practice frameworks.
* Always plenty of management companies to watch, as management is a necessity not a luxury for IT managers
Baseball legend shares his motivators for success with IT service management crowd.
Upgraded suite from Opsware features process automation capabilities and storage automation add-on
Number of security breaches falls as organizations spend more to protect selves
