2008-12-01
MySQL founder Monty Widenius criticized Version 5.1 of the MySQL open-source database in a blog post, stating numerous bugs have not been fixed despite the fact that the database is now GA. Officials at Sun Microsystems responded that Widenius' opinion does not represent the entire user community and that enterprises should test any piece of software - MySQL or otherwise - before deploying it.
2008-11-26
For years, the Macy's Parade and Entertainment Group office used to collect paper applications for all the volunteer staff and simply kept all those unwieldy physical files in drawers and boxes. Three years ago, the office moved to a Microsoft Access database system, but it proved difficult for many people to use. So this year the venerable FileMaker Pro 9 came to the rescue.
2008-11-20
Datawatch is expanding its business intelligence software into the midmarket, with a focus on helping SMBs cut costs by improving data access and analysis efficiency with Web-based services.
2008-11-19
MySQL is offering a new query analysis tool as part of the new release of its MySQL Enterprise subscription service that helps DBAs find SQL code slowing performance. Dubbed MySQL Query Analyzer, the tool integrates with MySQL Enterprise Monitor.
2008-11-18
Ingres includes a number of features that benefit DBAs in Ingres Database 9.2, the latest update to its open-source database. The new features in Ingres Database 9.2 include improved backup and system recovery functionality. Ingres has also sought to simplify development of Web-based Java applications by adding support for scrollable cursors.
2008-11-12
VMware has joined the PCI Security Standards Council in a bid to get language dealing specifically with virtualization added to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard. The lack of guidance on the issue has been a challenge for retailers as adoption of virtual environments has grown, according to VMware.
2008-11-07
Express Scripts said it immediately notified the Federal Bureau of Investigation, which is investigating, and it notified the customers named in the letter last week.
2008-11-05
IT managers have recently been forced by rapidly changing market dynamics and regulations to find ways to lower their static data center's computing costs and resource consumption. Transforming an industry-standard, system-based, static data center into a virtualized, automated, dynamic data center can lower costs and increase efficiency. Through virtualization and automation, Knowledge Center contributor Daniel Kusnetzky explains how you can transform your static data center into a dynamic data center.
2008-11-04
Sybase has bundled together software and services in a new offering called the Sybase IQ Real-Time Loading Solution. The offering consists of PowerDesigner, Sybase ASE and Replication Server, as well as a 10-day engagement with Sybase Professional Services. The company has also extended support for ASE Cluster Edition to HP-UX and AIX platforms.
2008-11-03
Server virtualization has become a popular trend in enterprise IT. When migrating from a physical to a virtual environment, IT professionals need to ensure that their company’s data is protected, current and readily available. Knowledge Center contributor Brace Rennels explains the steps to take to protect your company’s data during a virtual migration.
2008-10-27
IBM is building on its Information On Demand strategy with a number of new software offerings that enhance its Enterprise Content Management and InfoSphere portfolios. The announcements come as IBM holds its Information On Demand conference in Las Vegas.
2008-10-27
In an effort to help companies better derive value out of their data, IBM is delivering a host of new products and services that optimize information for businesses.
2008-10-23
Open-source databases such as Ingres, MySQL and PostgreSQL may see increased adoption as businesses look to minimize costs in the wake of the economic downturn. However, there are other factors to consider in open-source database adoption besides economics, so open-source fans should not jump for joy just yet.
2008-10-21
Sybase reports a 15 percent increase in revenue from database licenses on the strength of the success of its Adaptive Server Enterprise and Sybase IQ. However, with long-term partner Sun Microsystems taking a hit in the market, some ask whether Sybase will be affected.
2008-10-15
Data deduplication technologies identify and eliminate redundant data in the enterprise, decreasing the amount of storage capacity required. Data deduplication vendors offer data deduplication solutions that can improve the performance, reliability and efficiency of an IT organization's data backup and recovery efforts. Here, Knowledge Center contributor Jeffrey Tofano explains the top 10 things IT professionals must know before deploying a data deduplication solution in their company.
2008-10-14
The key technology Novell is picking from its purchase of Managed Objects up is a CMDB (configuration management database), which is becoming a trendy item for IT companies to have in their tool chests because it brings order and control to rapidly changing data center environments. They are not cheap, but they have long-range ROI benefits.
2008-10-13
Teradata is a leader in a crowded data warehousing market, where it faces competition from vendors such as IBM, Oracle, Microsoft, Netezza and others. At Teradata's Partner User Group Conference & Expo in Las Vegas, the company is showcasing data warehouse technologies officials hope will give it an edge among its competitors.
2008-10-13
Sun Microsystems and Fujitsu are rolling out a new midrange server system dubbed the SPARC Enterprise T5440, which will be based on the UltraSPARC T2 Plus processor. While Sun and Fujitsu have been offering low-end systems that use the UltraSPARC T2 chip, this server is geared toward midmarket and enterprise companies that want to run database and CRM applications within their data center infrastructure. The T5440, which Sun and Fujitsu will both sell, is expected to compete against other Unix systems such as IBM Power Systems and HP's Integrity line.
2008-10-10
It turns out there are several so-called dirty little secrets that not every vendor will tell you ahead of time about archiving products. There are five categories of these "secrets": scalability, data protection, performance, data migration and energy efficiency. If you're in the market, you need to read this first.
2008-10-10
Customers of data archive systems, along with many others within the industry--including evaluators/editors and market analysts--are often unaware of some important limitations on data archiving solutions--in particular, content-addressable storage archives.
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