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.

Kattoon: December 8, 2003

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Kattoon: December 1, 2003

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Vague, Vaguer, Vegas

Warbling Wayne Newtons “Danke Schoen,” Spencer wandered the Las Vegas Convention Center as union workers and marketing types frantically constructed booths for Comdex. Inconspicuously squished into a skintight tuxedo and sporting a bouffant-style toupee, the Rat Packin Katt heard a lead Microsoftie warn his preshow troops to “bear in mind that anyone you talk to […]

Kattoon: November 24, 2003

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Lucky 70s

The retro Ragamuffin was grooving to an Engelbert Humperdinck CD and sipping a bottle of Mateus as he checked e-mail from his pad. A missive from a Tabby tattler claimed theres a reason that Salesforce.com CEO Marc Benioff has been uncharacteristically quiet lately about his highflying companys IPO prospects. The tipster heard from sources that […]

Kattoon: November 17, 2003

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Gates Stars in Scrutiny on the Bounty

Aiming to recharge his batteries, which were depleted by too much travel, Spence indulged in a tried-and-true form of recreation: channel surfing. There! Spence clicked on his favorite spaghetti western, then reclined in his favorite beanbag chair with a glass of homemade wine to ponder whether he could pin the SoBig or Blaster virus on […]

Kattoon: November 10, 2003

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The Microsoft Channel

Out in Los Angeles for Microsofts Professional Developers Conference, El Gato was tickled by the fact that the only “Longhorn” “soft ware” product available before 2006 is a cotton thong with a Longhorn logo on it available from CafePress. But after noticing how few women were at the event, the Katt wondered if the hard-core […]

Why “Star Trek” Aint Gonna Happen Any Time Soon

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