Software


IBM Launches Cloud-Based Desktop

New service will let business users login to their desktops from either a thin-client terminal or low-end PC

Microsoft Releases Preview of Windows Embedded Standard 2011

Production release expected in second half of 2010.

Q&A: Creating a Virtualization Strategy

Before embarking on a virtualization project, you need two things: a good plan and the best implementation strategy. We offer tips for building both.

Q&A: Staying Ahead of Network Security Issues

Where should IT focus its attention in protecting network assets, what investments offer the best return, and how can IT to avoid common mistakes when developing its security strategy?

Security: In Praise of Common Sense

A new report from McAfee underscores that if users are successfully initiating celebrity-themed Web searches, IT hasn’t done its job.

Pillar Data Systems Delivers 2TB SATA Drives

New high-capacity, low energy-consuming drives provide efficient storage

Hostway Releases New Virtualization Platform Based on Latest Microsoft Windows Server

New enterprise-class offerings leverage latest hypervisor technology. management tools to enable high-availability servers, private clouds



Survey Says: Big Iron Remains Cornerstone of Enterprise Computing

If installed capacity is any indication, the mainframe isn’t going anywhere any time soon. Most mainframe shops have a huge MIPS footprint.

Sybase Enables Deployment on Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud

Three data management servers offered for EC2 environment

Kace Updates Application Virtualization Technology

New KACE Virtual Kontainers release offers easy administration, expanded application compatibility

ESJ Salary Survey 2009 Part 2: Staff Salaries

In the second of our two-part report, we look at compensation growth for professional positions

Microsoft Unveils Hyper-V Server 2008 R2

Can take advantage of greater computing resources

Promise Technology Introduces the VessRAID Storage Subsystems in the Americas

Solution offers effective way to keep data online longer, allows fast access and reliable data protection.

Amazon Adds Virtual Private Cloud Service

Lets enterprises extend their existing networks using IPsec-based VPN connections to create their own logically isolated Amazon EC2 instances.

Mimecast Launches Cloud-based E-mail Management Solution

Gives organizations better way to handle regulatory, e-discovery, and mailbox-size requirements

Economy, Virtualization Eat Into Linux Growth

IDC expects growth rate of Linux server operating system subscriptions and non-paid deployments to slow to just 1.1 percent over the next five years.

BI for the Masses, Birst Style

SaaS BI specialist Birst practices what it preaches, officials say; it is, first and foremost, a general purpose BI platform.

Q&A: How Data Infrastructure Enhances Your Bottom Line

In a challenging economy, how can you extend the life of your information systems? One solution is to focus on data quality and consistency.

Open Source BI Shines

Companies that have used open source solutions for a decade or more are now looking at that distribution model for their BI tools.

BI or Bust Study Highlights Best Practices for a Tough Economy

A new report from Aberdeen Group sheds light on how to get the biggest bang for your BI buck.