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Oracle press release speaks truth

Oracle press release speaks truthHaven't heard Mike Cox's opinion yetWith so many people pitching their 2 cents, there is one we sorely miss: Mike Cox!Mikey, has the cat Oracle eaten your tongue or fingers? ;)Love it!Love it! Been a while since I've heard that song -- but OH it describes...

Tags: Oracle Press, Oracle Corp., Love IT, Mike Cox

Discussion threads 2009-04-20

Axum: Another piece of Microsoft's parallel programming puzzle

Axum: Another piece of Microsoft's parallel programming puzzleThis Just InMicrosoft has shipped a new codeword. Let me rephrase, Microsoft has moved from a beta codeword to a release candidate codeword and is set to ship the new codeword barring any last minute codeword conflict. By "ship" Microsoft means "leak" and...

Tags: Development tools, Mike Cox, Cognitive Dissonance, Microsoft Corp., programming

Discussion threads 2009-04-15

Gallery: Installing Mac OS X on a Dell Mini 9

Gallery: Installing Mac OS X on a Dell Mini 9Hey, isn't that illegal? pfffffffffftntRE: Gallery: Installing Mac OS X on a Dell Mini 9I dont know for certain-probably-but Apple doesnt seem to mind or shut down the X x86 DL sites/users;Then again-there may be too many-I was surprised how...

Tags: Netbooks, nettops & MIDs, Mike Cox, Installing Mac OS X, Real Men, Apple Inc., Dell Mini 9, Gallery, Dell Computer Corp.

Discussion threads 2009-03-04

First impressions: Apple Safari 4 beta (First impressions: Apple Safari 4 beta)

First impressions: Apple Safari 4 beta (First impressions: Apple Safari 4 beta)really like the some new featuresThe top sites click is pretty cool. Got to see ZDNet headlines without waiting.So far, doesn't operate with web-based Outlook. So it's put up with Firefox (which doesn't work well) or go back...

Tags: Apple Safari 4 beta, Apple Safari 4, Apple Safari, beta, Apple Inc.

Discussion threads 2009-02-24

Do you have what it takes to be a 'Windows guru'?

Do you have what it takes to be a 'Windows guru'?@voyager529Since Mike Cox already works for MS, it would a simple transfer!This sounds like the perfect job for Mike Cox!...and Loverock Davidson. If Microsoft hires those two, then their $300 Million just might make a dent in public mindshare!! =)JoeySo.....What...

Tags: Public relations, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows, Windows guru, Apple Macintosh, Best Buy Co. Inc.

Discussion threads 2008-09-08

FBI warns of new Storm worm variant

FBI warns of new Storm worm variantMessage has been deleted.RE: FBI warns of new Storm worm variantThis is a perfect example of a target attack on a very large scale. It seems this is now the new direction for phishing attacks and links to malware. Even the tecgh-savvy would have...

Tags: Federal government, PRODUCTIVITY, Cyberthreats, Spam, Viruses and worms, SECURITY, Mike Cox, new Storm worm variant, ReceiverNet, Storm Worm variant, FBI, Storm Worm, technique

Discussion threads 2008-07-31

Symantec announces Norton Mac-Windows antivirus bundle

Symantec announces Norton Mac-Windows antivirus bundleYeah, sure....trying to drum up business on the Mac side?Sorry - Mac is a No Virus Zone!This is great news....Now I can make more money from Apple users who use such a craptastic product. The 2500+ Norton uninstalls I was called into perform over the...

Tags: Desktops, Microsoft Windows, SECURITY, Viruses and worms, Mike Cox, norton, Mac threat, Apple Macintosh, OSX, Norton Co., antivirus, Symantec Corp.

Discussion threads 2008-03-11

FAQ: What's next for Microsoft's Yahoo bid?

FAQ: What's next for Microsoft's Yahoo bid?FAQ: What's next for Microsoft's Yahoo bid?My own FAQ:Is this a win for Microsoft and Yahoo?Yes, as both are power houses in their respective fields. Microsoft is dominant in operating systems, Yahoo in services. Each can offer something to the other and...

Tags: E-mail providers, Mike Cox, Yahoo! Inc., Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2008-02-01

2008: Linux's year on the desktop

2008: Linux's year on the desktopAre you for real?You must either work for Microsoft or running XP thinking it is Vista. Maybe you consider dozens of Blue screen of death messages the WOW part of Vista. Fortunately drivers for Linux are becoming less and less of a problem....

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating systems, Vista Basic, desktop, Microsoft Windows Vista, Linux, Microsoft Corp., Mike Cox, Microsoft Office

Discussion threads 2007-12-27

Microsoft Xbox Chief Peter Moore: Did he jump or was he pushed?

Microsoft Xbox Chief Peter Moore: Did he jump or was he pushed?It is simply Moore's law...Every year the number of XBOX 360 consoles that burst into flames will double.Does it really matter to anyone aside from himDoes it matter if Microsoft layed it out in spades with an ultimate choice...

Tags: Game players, Peter Moore, Microsoft Corp., Mike Cox, Electronic Arts Inc., Microsoft Xbox

Discussion threads 2007-07-17

So many Fake Steves, so little time

So many Fake Steves, so little timeDo Some ResearchFirst off... your sexism has made my Friday; I thought that the Neanderthal was extinct. Secondly, do some research. Mary Jo is one of the most highly regarded journalists in the business and has an accomplished body of work. Thanks for visiting...

Tags: Mary Jo, Mike Cox, Fake Steve

Discussion threads 2007-06-15

Will the real Mike Cox please stand up?

Will the real Mike Cox please stand up?I told ZDnet that he needs his own BlogBlog Entry is a good start though.Mike Cox is the hero of IT departments everywhere. Whoever it is, he probably is a person with alot of time on their hands and the ability to...

Tags: Blogging, Blog Entry, Mike Cox, stand-up

Discussion threads 2007-06-05

Will the real Mike Cox please stand up?

If you've ever joined a talkback discussion on ZDNet blogs, you've probably encountered Mike Cox. On the subject of Microsoft, the ubiquitous and presumably pseudonymous Mr. Cox is rarely at a loss for words.But who is this guy? Does Mike Cox head the IT department at a mid-sized company? Maybe....

Tags: Zune, Vista, Microsoft, Linux

Blog posts 2007-06-05

WinHEC: Drivers, Home Server, Server 2008

WinHEC: Drivers, Home Server, Server 2008It's too bad you don't cover BrainshareNovell could really use this type of coverage.Don't scare me like thatI could have swore you were going Mike Cox on us before I saw the "sarcasm".But anyway this Rally stuff seems interesting, and of course these devices are...

Tags: UNIX, Operating systems, OPEN SOURCE, Servers, Linux, Home Server, Webcam, laptop computer, server, rig, Mike Cox, ease of use

Discussion threads 2007-05-16

Windows weakness can lead to network traffic hijacks

Windows weakness can lead to network traffic hijacksUhh duh!Um, isn't this a well known weakness, not in the software, but the WPAD draft? Hardly anything new here. It'll also happen if hackers gain access to your DHCP server...If someone owns your WINS or DNS, WPAD is the least...

Tags: NETWORKING, Domain names, Microsoft Windows, network, WPAD, WINS, Microsoft Corp., DNS, Mike Cox

Discussion threads 2007-03-25

Who will be Microsoft's next top evangelist?

Who will be Microsoft's next top evangelist?Everyone is hiring analystsEven little Opera hired the one guy who had a decent blog about the product. Daniel Goldman at Operawatch is now an "Evangelist" for the company. Mary are you next?None Of The AboveProbably No-Fax-On-Mind or Love-Croc. Linux Run Backward...

Tags: Recruitment & Selection, evangelist, Mary, Mike Cox, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2007-02-15

Microsoft and Novell in Windows-Linux deal?

Microsoft and Novell in Windows-Linux deal?Oh no....... first Zend, now SuSE!Microsoft obviously has it in for me and is determined to absorb me in a borg-like fashion by assimilating two of my key suppliers.More details please Ed - as soon as poss.Mike Cox is on a window ledge!I can see...

Tags: OPEN SOURCE, Operating systems, UNIX, Mike Cox, Microsoft obviously, Microsoft Corp., Novell Inc., SuSE, Linux, patent agreement, IBM Corp.

Discussion threads 2006-11-02

Business launch of Vista and Office 2007 is November 30

Business launch of Vista and Office 2007 is November 30Non-EventMike Cox has already deployed all of the release candidates.Not interestedI'm sticking to XP Pro for as long as possible. On the office side, I am sticking to OpenOffice.http://one.revver.com/watch/90048/format/flv/affiliate/23672Why business frist when they are last to upgrade?This makes no sense to...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows XP, 64-bit, Microsoft Windows Vista, Mike Cox, Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Office

Discussion threads 2006-11-01

Oracle maintains quick pace for takeovers, exec says

Oracle maintains quick pace for takeovers, exec saysEnough already!!!Oracle is just trying to monopolize the software industry here. My rep is getting good and disgusted with all of this hubris coming out of Oracle. Microsoft's method is the best: find a good piece of software than embrace, extend, extinguish. Purchasing...

Tags: Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate law, consolidation, Oracle Corp., Microsoft Corp., LinuxGeek, Mike Cox, rep

Discussion threads 2006-10-06

Apple's head lawyer steps down

Apple's head lawyer steps downProbably realized iPods are illegal...The Apple 'pod' culture encourages music piracy and blatant disregard for copyrights. This attorney probably realized she was on borrowed time and needed to get out as soon as possible. The WMA player my rep gave me for Christmas is a dream...

Tags: Digital music, Digital media, Now IT, Mike Cox, Apple Inc., WMA, Mikey, rep

Discussion threads 2006-05-08