Monthly Archives: September 2007
Todays IT Leaders Must Take Social Responsibility
Successful professionals—regardless of their industry or sector—have a responsibility to share knowledge, give back and help prepare the next generation of leaders.Its a responsibility...
iTunes Prey to Nasty Music Takeover
Before you rush out to snag one of those new iPods or cheaper iPhones, update your iTunes, because its got a buffer overflow that...
Hey Genius: Wooing Young, Hip Microserfs
As part of an update to its college information and application site, Microsoft announced today via its JobsBlog that it has created "an AWESOME...
Microsoft Silverlight: Rich Enough for the Web
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With the release today of Silverlight 1.0, Microsoft has taken its first serious step into the world of rich Internet...
Apple and Mobile Communications
Thanks to Engadget's real-time blog, I've been following along with today's Apple announcements without taking the trouble of walking the four blocks to the...
Cognos to Acquire Applix for $339 Million
Business intelligence software developer Cognos announced Sept. 5 plans to buy Applix for about $339 million in cash. The deal will almost double Cognos...
Microsoft Delivers Updated Windows Live Suite
Microsoft will deliver an updated suite of Windows Live services Sept. 5, along with a new unified installer that customers can use to download...
Quechup Viral Marketing Irks Members
Online networking site Quechup.com is infuriating would-be members by e-mailing their contacts without permission, turning the unwary into unintentional spammers."I inadvertently invited everyone in...
F-Secure Releases New Internet Security Software
F-Secure is releasing its Internet Security 2008 product with new parental controls, improved anti-phishing features and a free trial version of anti-virus software for...
Google Drops Curtain on Home Decor Trademark Suit
Is it me, or does the deck seem increasingly stacked against companies trying to nail Google for trademark infringement?Last Friday, Google quietly put to...