* HSBC plans to standardize its data centers on Microsoft and SUSE
D-Link, Uniden and Quanta will supply hardware and IP phones for Microsoft's Response Point software
* Experts say RHEL5 was worth the wait
Blockbuster deal gives Cisco popular hosted collaboration service provider
Technology licensed from Meru Networks provides services for VoIP, wireless LAN security and asset-tracking
Cisco exec says WebEx technology fits with Cisco's existing unified communications offerings.
* Latest open source companies going public
* Dell considers requests from users to pre-load its laptops and desktop computers with Linux
Linux-based router company says its router/firewall/VPN code matches Cisco, Juniper offerings
