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IBM Database Update Sports BI-friendly Features

From advanced query performance to Cube Views, there's plenty for BI users to like in the "Stinger" release of IBM's DB2 database system

SCO Finds April is a Cruel Month

Two companies move to have their lawsuits stayed or dismissed; venture capitalist firms asks for money back

Perspective: Six Challenges of Managing Mainframe Connectivity

From changing rules to technical complexity, a network manager's job is tough. We explore six challenges of managing mainframe connectivity in the first of a two-part series.



IBM Offers Public Preview of “Stinger” DB2

The next release of DB2 will make it easier for DBAs to deploy, configure, maintain, and optimize DB2 databases.

Big Blue Announces Power5, Virtualization Engine; Rechristens iSeries

IBM’s next-generation chip to debut in iSeries, the new name for the company's i5 line

Five Ways to Promote Your IT Department and Gain User Support

Many of the services provided by IT departments are taken for granted by the user community. This is not necessarily a bad thing. Like the power company an IT department is doing a good job when service is being provided so consistently it can be taken for granted. However unlike a power company, the IT department is also engaged in projects to improve the company’s profitability and competitive edge.

PSS Systems Provides Common Sense Data Management Policy Scheme

Recent legislation doesn't mandate changes to your storage infrastructure, but it does mean you'll have to manage your data more effectively.

Configuration Management Goes Mobile

New software fixes mobile computers that deviate from corporate standards