Monthly Archives: August 2006
Microsofts PLinq to Speed Program Execution
Microsoft is working on a parallel implementation of its Language Integrated Query technology that will help programs execute faster, said the creator of the...
Five Reasons You’ll Use Google Office (and 5 Reasons You Won’t)
Google launched today a hosted software package of productivity tools that places it closer into competition with Microsoft's Live products.Google Apps for Your Domain...
BEA Releases WebLogic Real Time Upgrade
BEA Systems is scheduled to announce the latest version of BEA WebLogic Real Time on Aug. 28.
BEA, of San Jose, Calif., claims WLRT Core...
Revamped Riverbed Tools Help Accelerate WANs
Application delivery controller vendor Riverbed Technology on Aug. 28 launched new versions of its Steelhead appliance and software aimed at enterprises ready to scale...
The Future of Programming: Less Is More
In the future of the process of building software, the ability to do more with less could become the norm, some developers say.
"The future...
Readers Respond: Building the Perfect IT Person
I read Deborah Rothbergs article on the "perfect IT person" with great interest .I teach IT management, and many of the points Rothberg raised...
Readers Respond: Is Honesty the Best Policy?
Peter Coffees July 24 column is exceptional . He has succinctly described the leadership and management conundrum. especially when you are asked to...
Microsoft Offers Broader Support for Legacy Products
Microsoft seems to have finally cottoned onto the fact that it can drive revenue from the use of legacy software by some of its...
Intels Core 2 Makes Notebook Debut
As expected, numerous PC makers on Aug. 28 unveiled plans to offer Intels new Core 2 Duo processor inside notebook PC models.
The Core 2...
Software Piracy Earns Fla. Man 6-Year Prison Term
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a Web site that peddled more than $4 millions worth of pirated software from such companies as...