The TM1 in-memory analysis tool is designed to support dynamic scenario planning and faster, more flexible financial analysis.
Microsoft says it will continue to be the exclusive provider of Web search on the social networking site.
E-BUSINESSThe Amazon model of selling e-books for $9.99 is being challenged by publishers, who are setting tiered pricing for digital books.
SecurityThe company plans to release 13 security bulletins next week, but the Internet Explorer vulnerability identified on Wednesday won't be among them.
With the entry-level ATI Radeon HD 5450, AMD is going after the largest segment of the consumer PC market.
The database giant is proposing to make a high-end business out of integrated application stacks built on UltraSparc hardware.
The growing popularity of Apple Macs, iPods, and iPhones is attracting the attention of cybercriminals.
Service is part of Microsoft's new cloud computing environment, which went live Monday.
Small businesses that ignore generic keywords might be missing out on Web site traffic that comes from generic search terms.
HARDWARE & SOFTWAREJust because Microsoft releases a new version of Office, does that mean you need to buy it? Just as important, if you do buy it, do you need to buy it for all the workers in your company?
HARDWARE & SOFTWAREThe early speculation is that the tablet brings publishers hopes of new revenue for digital content while ushering in a shift in how users interact with the Web. Impact on SMBs remains unclear.
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| Verizon Introduces 'Security-As-A-Service' Packages |
The new Total Protection offerings are intended to protect SMBs against all five forms of security threats at an affordable monthly rate. Read Post |
| Why Google Buzz Could Be A Bust For SMBs |
Google is gunning for Facebook -- again. Will its efforts really build a better mousetrap, or will they simply make a mess out of Gmail? Read Post |
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| Nasuni Offers Cloud-Based Primary Storage |
By providing a virtual machine that caches data actually stored in the cloud, Nasuni is trying to make it possible for a midsize business to use online storage as a primary file server. Read Post |
Cachengo Rolls Out Appliance + Cloud Storage Option
The Director series from Cachengo pairs a local storage appliance with cloud-based backup in a "unified storage solution" priced to appeal to small and midsize businesses. Read Post |
For SMBs, PayPal Could Mean Risky Business
Many small businesses that deal with PayPal do so because they don't see any viable alternatives. In some cases, however, I wonder if these companies are really aware of the risks they are taking. Read Post |
Internet Access Options Grow
Broadband has evolved so it means more than just a cable modem or Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) connection. Now, companies are able to use optical Ethernet links to provide their employees with network access. Market research firm, Dell’Oro Group, expects interest in broadband connections to increase, with new optical Ethernet connections being very popular. Read Post |
The Virtual Future Looks Bright For SMBs
A year ago, many SMBs were still asking, "what's virtualization?" Today, it's a very different situation. Read Post |
Are Netbooks The Future For The PC Market?
Chip designer ARM's chief executive says that netbooks are the future of computing -- and the future doesn't need Microsoft. Is he onto something here, or is he just blowing smoke? Read Post |
WiMAX: a Better Option than 4G Networks?
Speed, no matter how much a company provides to its users, they often desire more. As mobile applications become more pervasive and more sophisticated, small and medium businesses need ways to boost wireless bandwidth. In the short term, WiMAX is in a better position to provide extra bandwidth than cellular networks, according to market research firm In-Stat. Read Post |
SMB Trends To Watch In 2010
Technology consultants Access Markets International Partners have pointed to six trends among small and medium businesses that, they say, deserve more attention. Read Post |
iPad And SMBs, Take Two
Now that we've all found out what Apple has had up its sleeve all these months, we can start to assess the iPad's usefulness for business more confidently. At least one possible use case is clearly out the window -- at least for now -- but the demo introduced one no one had thought about. Read Post |
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