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Apple Releases Snow Leopard Security Patch

Thomas Claburn — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 20:22:00 EST

Mac OS X 10.6.2 addresses security and stability issues, and resolves a file deletion bug involving Guest accounts.

9 In 10 Web Apps Have Serious Flaws

Thomas Claburn — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 18:36:00 EST

The 10 most severe software vulnerabilities during the first half of 2009 affected software from Apache, Citrix, IBM, SAP, Sun, and Symantec, among other organizations.

Agency For International Development Outsources To CSC

J. Nicholas Hoover — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 17:26:00 EST

CSC will provide a range of IT services to the government agency, including support for its network and voice systems, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and desktops.

Health IT Career Tips

Marianne Kolbasuk McGee — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 17:19:00 EST

IT pros without clinical experience shouldn't rule out possible transitions into emerging healthcare IT jobs.

RIM, Adobe Team For BlackBerry Development

Marin Perez — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 16:55:00 EST

The partnership will simplify the creation and delivery of rich content and apps to BlackBerry smartphones.

Hadoop Crunches Web-Sized Data

Charles Babcock — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 16:05:00 EST

To parse large volumes of data from Web servers, Yahoo and others turn to Hadoop's open source cloud-based analysis system.

Microsoft Acquires SourceGear's Teamprise Unit

Paul McDougall — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 15:51:00 EST

Buyout gives software maker a suite of tools for cross-platform development in Visual Studio.

Gartner Downgrades SaaS Forecast

Mary Hayes Weier — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 15:30:00 EST

Software-as-a-service revenue is projected to rise 17.7% in 2009, fueled by growth in CRM and office suites.

Google To Acquire AdMob

Thomas Claburn — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 15:22:00 EST

With Android adoption about to "explode," Google is betting on mobile advertising.

RIM Boosts BlackBerry Developer Tools

Marin Perez — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:30:00 EST

The company launched a host of APIs that could lead to richer BlackBerry applications.

Microsoft: Windows 7 Malware Threat 'Sensationalized'

Paul McDougall — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:19:00 EST

Software maker claims tests by security vendor don't tell the whole story.

Intel Atom Drives Chip Market In 3Q

Antone Gonsalves — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 13:59:00 EST

IDC raises its forecast for microprocessor shipments this year, on strength of Atom-powered netbook sales in China.

Cisco Unveils Collaboration Products

W. David Gardner — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 13:56:00 EST

The company launched telepresence, unified communications, and WebEx products and enterprise social software and hosted e-mail solutions.

Microsoft Releases Exchange 2010

J. Nicholas Hoover — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 11:30:00 EST

The e-mail server includes better storage optimization, voicemail integration, archiving, and potentially big cost savings, says the software giant.

Global CIO: Cloud Computing's New Name: Who Will Win $100 Million?

Bob Evans — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 08:01:00 EST

Column showing some nominations from readers for a new name to replace the term "cloud computing," and a request for more entries from readers.

Google Computes News Quality

Thomas Claburn — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 07:01:00 EST

A recently filed patent application suggests that Google is taking steps to promote news produced by major media companies on Google News.

Internet Use Increases Social Connectivity

Antone Gonsalves — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Rather than pulling people away from each other, Internet use actually enhances the size and diversity of people's social networks, according to a Pew report.

Review: Motorola Cliq Smartphone

Eric Zeman — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 04:00:00 EST

The Android smartphone backs up a brilliant social network integration concept with only so-so performance.

Florida Hospital Dials Up iPhones For Nurses

Mitch Wagner — Sun, 8 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

iPhones are helping a Sarasota hospital connect its nursing staff via text messaging, and soon, VoIP telephony.

Full Nelson: A Web Presence Needs Sizzle, For Shizzle

Fritz Nelson — Sun, 8 Nov 2009 06:31:00 EST

Customer engagement is the future of the Web. For the bold and the willing, successful ideas are there for the trying -- just don't try too hard.

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Is Antivirus Software Dead?

Serdar Yegulalp — Sat, 7 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Always-on Internet connectivity is keeping malware concerns alive and well. We examine whether antivirus software is up to the task, or whether it's a security solution of the past.

Virtual Desktops Are For Real

Randy George — Sat, 7 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

We tested nine products that will transform how IT provides end user PCs.

Practical Analysis: The Fastest-Growing Security Threat

Art Wittmann — Sat, 7 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

SQL injections, more than any other exploit, can land your company in trouble. So why aren't you worried about them?

InformationWeek Analytics Research: Federated Search

Michael Healey — Sat, 7 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Organizations are slow to adopt enterprise search systems that empower users to find data on the desktop, the network, and the Internet. The challenges are more operational than technical and the payoff is efficiency.

Securing The Cyber Supply Chain

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Many parties touch your organization's systems and software, potentially exposing them to malware, breaches, or worse. A new end-to-end approach is required to minimize the risks.Many parties touch your organization's systems and software, potentially exposing them to malware and breaches. An end-to-end approach is needed to minimize the risks.

CIO Profiles: Christopher Rence, Chief Information And Business Transformation Officer Of FICO

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Our national technology policy must call for the widespread adoption of analytics as a core tool for making sound decisions, Rence recommends.

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Skype Founders Settle With eBay

W. David Gardner — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:00:00 EST

The deal closes a litigious chapter surrounding the VoIP firm.

Verizon To Raise Termination Fees

Marin Perez — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 15:42:00 EST

Early-termination fees for Verizon Wireless smartphones and other mobile devices will double this month.

Google Dashboard Enhances Privacy Control

Thomas Claburn — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:50:00 EST

To help users understand the privacy implications of its services, Google has created a unified view of the data associated with Google Accounts.

FCC To Examine Telephone Access Fees

W. David Gardner — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:47:00 EST

Some carriers have complained that AT&T and Verizon charge competitors too much to backhaul their customers' voice and data traffic.

Craigslist Founder To Advise Veteran Affairs

J. Nicholas Hoover — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:07:00 EST

The Department of Veterans Affairs has invited Craig Newmark to join a panel to review suggestions for fixing its claims processing.

IBM Opens Business Analytics Center

Paul McDougall — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 13:58:00 EST

Bangalore facility will employ experts skilled in applying database and statistical tools to customers' information challenges.

Microsoft Plans Fixes For 15 Security Flaws

Thomas Claburn — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 13:24:00 EST

November's patch day is about half the size of October's massive fix.

T-Mobile Sees Dip In Subscribers

Marin Perez — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 13:24:00 EST

The wireless carrier is introducing new rate plans and multiple Android-powered phones to mount a turnaround.

AT&T Completes Centennial Acquisition

Marin Perez — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 12:04:00 EST

The deal gives AT&T nearly one million new subscribers and enhances its wireless assets.

Broadband Goals Proposed In Minnesota

W. David Gardner — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 11:45:00 EST

A report recommends high-speed broadband with download speeds of up to 20 Mbps by 2015, and could be a model for a nationwide broadband plan.

HP Offers Data Center Scalability

Charles Babcock — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 08:40:00 EST

An elastic data center, based on virtualized resource pools, can scale in response to unpredictable business conditions, HP says.

Windows 7 Sales Trounce Vista

Paul McDougall — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 08:39:00 EST

Microsoft's new OS is significantly outpacing its predecessor in terms of post-launch market impact.

Global CIO: Oracle Trapped By EU Politics As Sun Employees Suffer

Bob Evans — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

Column about the European Union continuing to abuse Oracle Corp. by refusing to allow it to complete its acquisition of Sun as the EU tries to make itself look important and capable.

Supply Chain Vendors JDA, i2 To Merge

Antone Gonsalves — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 07:30:00 EST

The $396 million merger would heat up competition against Oracle and SAP.

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Dell Launches Thinner, Lighter Adamo Laptop

Antone Gonsalves — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

The half-inch laptop steps up the competition with Apple's MacBook Air and other thin-and-light notebooks.

Microsoft Expresses Cloud Privacy Commitment, Concerns

Thomas Claburn — Thu, 5 Nov 2009 19:10:00 EST

In a policy paper, Microsoft affirms its support for privacy in the cloud and calls for regulatory clarity.

Enterprise 2.0: Google Wave, A Solution Seeking A Problem?

Thomas Claburn — Thu, 5 Nov 2009 17:48:00 EST

The difficulty people have understanding Google Wave reflects broader uncertainty about the value of Enterprise 2.0 in the workplace.

Obama's Open Government Directive Nears Release

J. Nicholas Hoover — Thu, 5 Nov 2009 16:33:00 EST

The directive, which is behind schedule, will require federal agencies to develop and outline specific actions they will take to be more open to the public.

IBM Launches Healthcare Research Center

Paul McDougall — Thu, 5 Nov 2009 16:11:00 EST

Dallas facility will focus on how field data from hospitals and clinics can be mined to produce better patient outcomes.

IBM Unveils Cloud Computing Software Tools

Antone Gonsalves — Thu, 5 Nov 2009 15:23:00 EST

Rational Software Delivery Services offers software development and testing tools for public and private cloud computing environments.

VoiceCon 2009: Avoid Unified Communications Hype

Marin Perez — Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:26:00 EST

Implementing unified communications and collaboration tools doesn't have to lead to a Wild West scenario, according to a panel of experts at VoiceCon 2009.

14 Charged In Tech Insider Trading Case

Paul McDougall — Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:26:00 EST

Investigators expand probe into securities fraud ring that penetrated major IT vendors.

Toshiba Expands Mobile HDD Line

Antone Gonsalves — Thu, 5 Nov 2009 13:59:00 EST

Its 1.8-inch hard disk drives for laptops and netbooks uses 42% less power than 2.5-inch drives operating at a comparable rate, company says.

Qualcomm Reports 4Q Loss

W. David Gardner — Thu, 5 Nov 2009 13:43:00 EST

The chipmaker was upbeat, however, on news of its $1.3 billion patent deal with Samsung.