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Apple's PA Semi buyout: A defensive move?: According to reports, Apple purchased embedded chip maker PA Semi this week and the rumors are flying: that Apple is back in chipset business; or that Apple is going back to the PowerPC for some future device (since PA Semi made PowerPC-based processor). However, some chip analysts say that it...; Tags: Exponential Technology, Apple Inc., IBM PowerPC, Chip, PA Semi, Semiconductors, Network Technology, Processors, Hardware, Networking, Components, David Morgenstern; Blog posts 2008-04-25
Kurzweil: 'Exponential' change ahead for games, people: Kurzweil: 'Exponential' change ahead for games, peopleA Public Thank You....As the IS&T Manager for NMSBVI (20 years) I would like to thanks Ray Kruzweil for bring the world of print to the blind and visually impaired. The innovation of text-to-speech and the use of OCR has brought the printed...; Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, Tools & Techniques, Semiconductors, Kurzweil, computer, hardware, software, Exponential Technology, game; Discussion threads 2008-02-22
SOA: Remixing IT for Exponential Returns: What can Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) do for your business? Watch this ForwardView webshow to learn how SOA can help you get more from your existing IT investments - both now and in the future. Included is an example of how one company used SOA to modernize its data silos...; Tags: Information Technology, Exponential Technology, SOA, IBM Corp., Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Web Services, Middleware, Enterprise Software, Software; Resource centers 2008-01-14
New Extranet to Empower Global Charity to Meet Exponential Growth Goals: Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry that seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world. For years, Habitat spent extensive hours fixing and adding on to PartnerNet to keep up with the expansive growth of the organization and number of affiliates. As...; Tags: Exponential Technology, Extranet, Microsoft Corp., Habitat For Humanity International, Web Site Development, Web Technology, Networking, Microsoft Office, Internet, Office Suites, Software; Case studies 2007-10-01
Leading Mobile Manufacturer Experiences Exponential Growth With Scalable Solution: i-mate has quickly become one of the world's leading experts in the production of Windows Mobile wireless devices and software solutions. Since 2001, its business has grown exponentially, selling high-end smartphones and Pocket PCs. To support its rapid growth, i-mate implemented a business management system to track its products and...; Tags: Mobile, Business Management, Exponential Technology, I-mate, Pocket PC, Smart Phones, Strategy, Handhelds, Operating Systems, Wireless, Hardware, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Management, Software; Case studies 2007-07-01

High Performance Broadband Content Delivers Continued Exponential Subscriber Growth: Rivals.com operates a fast-growing network of college sports and recruiting web sites. To keep their existing member-base happy and attract new subscribers, Rivals.com decided to launch new broadband product offerings, AMP (All Media Pass), an on-demand video product, and Rivals Radio, a daily live radio broadcast. Their tech-savvy team knew...; Tags: On-demand, Broadband, Exponential Technology, High-performance, Akamai Technologies Inc., Rivals.com, Corporate Communications, Broadband Internet, Network Technology, Telecommunications, Marketing, Networking; Case studies
Flexibility Propels Exponential Growth at E*TRADE FINANCIAL: In 1995, E*TRADE FINANCIAL was one of the fastest-growing private companies in Silicon Valley. Early on, E*TRADE FINANCIAL realized that a robust, Web-enabled, ERP application was essential for delivering relevant and timely strategic data in a manner that was consistent with E*TRADE FINANCIAL's overall philosophy. The challenge was identifying the...; Tags: E*Trade Financial Corp., Oracle Corp., Exponential Technology, Flexibility, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Software, Software; Case studies
JRI Derives Exponential Benefits With an Identity-Driven Novell Solution That Provides Secure Access to Corporate Applications and Streamlines Desktop Management: James Richardson International (JRI) is one of Canada's leading agribusinesses, operating in six Canadian provinces and the northern United States. JRI needed to upgrade and modernize its legacy infrastructure, including many "green screen" applications. In addition, a lot of valuable information was stored in the company's Oracle databases, but was...; Tags: Desktop, Novell Inc., Microsoft Access, Desktop Management, Benefit, Exponential Technology, JRI, James Richardson International, Portals, Web Technology, Databases, Internet, Enterprise Software, Software, Data Management; Case studies
Spir Communication Group Sees Exponential Growth Year on Year With Secure, Adaptable Blade Server Technology: Spir Communication Group, a global player in local communication, has enjoyed a sustainable growth in France since its foundation in 1971. A new head office for the Spir Communication Group prompted the modernisation of its IT infrastructure. It needed a secure architecture, capable of controlling more than 500 remote servers...; Tags: Dell Computer Corp., Blade Server, Blade, Storage, Exponential Technology, Blade Servers, Utility Computing, Servers, Hardware; Case studies

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News to know: Facebook; OpenOffice; Firefox; RIM: Notable headlines: Paula Rooney: Firefox 3 RC1 code complete, due in late May Joe McKendrick: Is anyone ready to process a trillion events per day? Tom Foremski: Informatica is on the block say senior sources Michael Krigsman: Hosted...; Tags: Apple iPhone, Google Inc., Facebook, OpenOffice, Research In Motion Ltd., Mozilla Firefox, Health Care, Microsoft Corp., Vertical Industries, Benefits, Healthcare, Microsoft Windows XP, Enterprise Software, Software, Human Resources, Operating Systems, Microsoft Windows, Larry Dignan; Blog posts 2008-05-12
To Catch a Thief: To Catch a Thief To catch a thief ... the high-tech way. Somone broke into Kait Dupalga's apartment and stole TVs, iPods, a set of car rims – and Kate's Mac laptop. The big break in the case came when a friend of...; Tags: Apple Macintosh, Mr., Friend, Photograph, Computer, Productivity, Desktops, Hardware, Richard Koman; Blog posts 2008-05-11
Is anyone ready to process a trillion events per day?: What is event processing and how could it make a difference? Here is one example of where it could take us: Scientists are talking about the possibility of an in-body network that could detect heart attacks or diabetic collapses and alert emergency services. A typical company deals...; Tags: Event, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Sales Strategy, Financial Services, Enterprise Software, Software, Sales, Joe McKendrick; Blog posts 2008-05-11
A new career: isotope designer: According to a Michigan State University (MSU) news release, 'Made-to-order isotopes hold promise on science's frontier,' nuclear physicists can now start a new career as isotope designers. These scientists can build specific rare isotopes to solve scientific problems and open doors to new technologies. The lead researcher says this approach...; Tags: Michigan State University, Nanotechnology, Semiconductors, Professional Development, Productivity, Emerging Technologies, Hardware, Career, Roland Piquepaille; Blog posts 2008-05-10
Nyko Kama Wireless Nunchuk (Wii): Even though the Nintendo Wii makes use of wireless technology, you still need a wire to attach the nunchuk accessory to the Wii remote for selected games that require it. While many gamers agree the cord length is ample, there are a few situations where you may feel constrained. ...; Tags: Games, Nintendo Wii, Kama Wireless Nunchuk, nunchuk, Nyko, Wii Remote, wireless; Product reviews 2008-05-09
Mowser purchased by dotMobi; is there a need for a .mobi domain?: Mowser purchased by dotMobi; is there a need for a .mobi domain?.mobi is UsefulI like developed .mobi sites, and have a blog and showcase of .mobi sites at http://mobienthusiast.mobi. It's true that there are many mobile optimized .com sites, but I like the simplicity of being able to type in...; Tags: Advertising & Promotion, DotMobi, mobi site, mobi, mobile, mobi domain, dotMobi, Visit BofA.mobi, domain; Discussion threads 2008-05-09
Microsoft appeals $1.4 billion EU fine: Microsoft appeals $1.4 billion EU fineExtortion?IIUC the fine is for 'abusing a monopoly position'. All MS have to do is stop the abuse. Simple. If they carry on, or they argue that the abuse is justified, then they will keep getting fined. That will hurt themselves, their customers and their...; Tags: OPEN SOURCE, Operating systems, Microsoft Corp.; Discussion threads 2008-05-09
A C3PO sighting in Pittsburgh: While touring Carnegie Mellon's Entertainment Technology Center, CNET News.com's Kara Tsuboi literally bumped into Anthony Daniels, the actor behind Star Wars' lovable android C3PO. You might not recognize his face, but you surely know his voice. Take a walk down memory lane with Daniels, who talks...; Tags: Advertising & Promotion, Telecommunications, Marketing, News, kara tsuboi, jared kohler, star wars, anthony daniels, pittsburgh, carnegie mellon, entertainment technology center, george lucas, ilm, skywalker, c3po, r2d2; Videos 2008-05-09
HRH Prince Penguin: Did anyone else happen to notice that Prince Charles is a closet Penguin? On our UK-based sister site, ZDNet.CO.UK our British colleague Andrew Donoghue quoted His Majesty as follows: "Many of the case studies we received highlight the...; Tags: Thin Client, Thin Clients, Hardware, Jason Perlow; Blog posts 2008-05-09
If you want to sell a startup, plan a shutdown: Almost a month ago, Mowser founder Russell Beattie was lamenting his debts and telling folks his creation was disappearing. He also questioned the idea of the mobile Web overall. Fast forward a bit and Beattie is announcing the sale of Mowser to dotMobi. Go figure. ...; Tags: Web, Phone, Mobile, Web Browser, Russell Beattie, Advertising & Promotion, Channel Management, Marketing, Larry Dignan; Blog posts 2008-05-09
The Obama Party and the Googlization of politics: The Obama Party and the Googlization of politicsTheres that loophole again........that doesn't exist. I dislike the idea of the ASP loophole. Its not a loophole. Its a change in principle thats causing the problem if you ask me. The idea of FOSS was software you could do whatever you want...; Tags: Tools & Techniques, OPEN SOURCE, Stallman, software, F/OSS, Obama Party; Discussion threads 2008-05-09