Spencer F. Katt

About

Spencer F. Katt is a seasoned technology journalist with over 40 years of experience covering the latest trends in IT, cybersecurity, and applications. As a former editor at eWEEK and PC Week, Spencer has provided expert analysis on a wide range of topics, from cloud computing innovations to enterprise IT solutions. With a passion for breaking down complex technological developments, he brings clarity and insight to both industry professionals and tech enthusiasts. Spencer is known for his sharp commentary on tech industry shifts, and his deep understanding of both the technical and business sides of IT make him a trusted voice in the field.

Dark Thoughts

From: spencer_katt@ziffdavis.com Sent: Monday, January 17, 2005 12:01 AM To: eWEEK readers Subject: Lotus power shortage? Suns of Bechtolsheim; Siebels CRM OnDemand 2.0; Bill-bored “The lights are off at Lotus,” cackled the Kitty, “but everyone is still home.” El Gato was referring to a recent buzz among bloggers who noted that the lights have disappeared […]

Retro Afterglow

From: spencer_katt@ziffdavis.comSent: Monday, January 3, 2005 12:34 AMTo: eWEEK readersSubject: iPod, therefore I am; a Powell presidency; Larrys longings As yule-log embers flickered in his fireplace, Spence hoped his pals appreciated what he went through to send each an iPod. When Best Buy gave its retail stores priority over its online store for its remaining […]

It Was a Very Good Year

From: spencer_katt@ziffdavis.com Sent: Monday, December 20, 2004 12:13 AM To: eWEEK readers Subject: Of Martell, Mitnick, Macanudo, Messman “And nothing has changed, and everything has changed,” Spence crooned along with the David Bowie tune “Sunday,” as he sat in his armchair by the fireplace, with a snifter of Martell XO in paw, and reflected on […]

Katt Scans

From: spencer_katt@ziffdavis.com Sent: Monday, December 13, 2004 12:40 AM To: eWEEK readers Subject: Reveling in Sun-HP blogjam; reading packets and minds Spence stared at his monitor as he tried to move the cursor with his mind. The telekinetic Tabby was totally pumped after hearing that experiments conducted by the New York State Department of Health […]

The Joy of Hacks

From: spencer_katt@ziffdavis.com Sent: Monday, December 6, 2004 12:28 AM To: eWEEK readers Subject: Object of SCOrn; Dell of an offer; Berners-Lee buzz “We own all your code. Pay us all your money,” Spence read aloud as he viewed the hacked banner graphic on SCOs home page. “Mmm, are ya sure its a hack, or have […]

Open Warfare

From: spencer_katt@ziffdavis.com Sent: Monday, November 29, 2004 12:39 AM To: eWEEK readers Subject: Redmond psy-ops; counterfeit Oracle “Everybodys takin care of business!” laughed the Lynx. Whether it was the melee among the Pistons, Pacers and fans or President Bush diving into a pile of Chilean guards to extract a detained U.S. Secret Service agent, it […]

Jerky Day

From: spencer_katt@ziffdavis.comSent: Monday, November 22, 2004 12:47 AMTo: eWEEK readersSubject: Stuffing the column; tipping the server “Procrastination, thy name is Puss!” Once again, the Furball found himself alone in his cubicle, attempting to pound out his column before the Thanksgiving holiday. “Discipline, I need more discipline,” the Lynx lamented, while hunting and pecking at his […]

Viva, Faux Vegas

From: spencer_katt@ziffdavis.com Sent: Monday, November 15, 2004 12:31 AM To: eWEEK readers Subject: Stone saga reads like a bad Novell; Mercury expanding? “More than 45,000 pounds of water pressure per square foot,” mumbled the Mouser, in a Walter Mitty moment, imagining he had wriggled out of some Comdex appointments to marvel at the mighty Hoover […]

Purr-Ponderance of Evidence

From: spencer_katt@ziffdavis.com Sent: Monday, November 8, 2004 12:39 AM To: eWEEK readers Subject: Like an enrolling Stone; Microsoft preview not suitable for all audiences; reading SAS greens “CSI: Rumor Central,” barked Sgt. Katt, as he lifted the handset. “Forensics and Gossip Department.” The TV crime-scene investigation shows had gone to the Baron of Babbles head. […]

CTIA: Thats Entertainment

From: spencer_katt@ziffdavis.com Sent: Monday, November 1, 2004 12:28 AM To: eWEEK readers Subject: Sox stay up; Largent dials number; whos your momma? “Theres a new world order,” proclaimed the Puss. “The Red Sox have finally won the World Series!” Spence once envisioned such a victory only bursting forth amid fire, brimstone, dogs and cats sleeping […]