Hardware & Software
November 2009 Archive
How Cloud Computing Changes Everything
November 28, 2009 | Cloud computing is still an emerging technology, but it's already clear that increased adoption will bring changes in the way IT departments work -- in organizations both large and small.
By
Charles Babcock,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
Security Is Chief Obstacle To Cloud Computing Adoption, Says Study Of Growing Companies
November 25, 2009 | Half of organizations surveyed say they have no plans to use cloud technology; and half of those cite security concerns.
By Tim Wilson,
Courtesy of
DarkReading
Video Conferencing Shakeup Poses Challenges And Offers Opportunities For SMBs
November 23, 2009 | Long term, consolidation in the video conferencing market promises more powerful, less-expensive solutions for smaller companies. But in the meantime, SMBs need to be aware that their preferred video conferencing suppliers could be just about to change course.
By
Paul Korzeniowski
Ballmer Says Windows 7 Is Microsoft's Best OS Ever
November 20, 2009 | The recently launched operating system is building market momentum as PC users upgrade from Vista, Microsoft's CEO says. No word on whether enterprises, consumers, or SMBs are leading the charge.
By
Paul McDougall,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
Cisco Teaming With EMC: Another Sign Of The Times
November 19, 2009 | It's not just the HP-3Com deal. The recent Cisco-EMC joint venture also signals continuing market consolidation in the computer equipment market. SMBs need to have a backup plan in case their preferred vendors abruptly decide to change course.
By
Paul Korzeniowski
Salesforce Adds Enterprise Social Networking
November 18, 2009 | Chatter brings Facebook- and Twitter-type capabilities to applications running on the Force.com cloud computing platform.
By
Mary Hayes Weier,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
12+ New Microsoft Office 2010 Features
November 18, 2009 | This visual look at what's new for SMBs in the Microsoft Office 2010 beta reveals a number of significant improvements. But is it enough to maintain the productivity suite's overwhelming dominance in the face of cheaper (free!) online alternatives?
By
Fredric Paul
HP Pitches Thin Computing To SMBS -- But Are They Interested?
November 17, 2009 | HP rolls out a raft of new thin client terminals -- some expected to cost less than $100 -- bolstered by new servers, new software, and new services. Will it be enough to convince SMBs that the time is finally right for thin computing to go mainstream in smaller companies?
By
Fredric Paul
Citrix Rolls Out Xen Desktop 4
November 16, 2009 | Windows 7 will prompt a rethinking of the desktop in 2010 and lead many to virtualize, Citrix says. Are SMBs ready to jump on board?
By
Charles Babcock,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
Touch Screens Find Real-World Applications In SMBs
November 16, 2009 | If touch screens are so hot, what are small and midsize companies actually using them for? It can't all be restaurant workers and customer-facing kiosks, can it? We check out a new health care application, try to figure out uses for touch-screen laptops, and wonder if new software development programs will help.
By
Fredric Paul
7 Cloud Computing Myths Busted
November 14, 2009 | Amazon, Google, Microsoft and others are investing aggressively in the cloud, even as critics point to security, reliability, and compatibility issues. InformationWeek cuts through the fog.
By
Serdar Yegulalp,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
10 Reasons For Small Businesses To Use Windows 7
November 13, 2009 | A no-nonsense rundown of why small businesses, especially, will find it worth their while to upgrade to Microsoft's new operating system.
By Scott Steinberg
Logitech To Acquire LifeSize Video Communications Vendor
November 11, 2009 | The $405 million purchase of LifeSize would give Logitech entry into the growing corporate videoconferencing market, with a focus on SMBs.
By
Antone Gonsalves,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
How HP Plans To Rule The SMB World
November 11, 2009 | Vowing to overcome past problems, HP unveils its latest not-so-secret plan for worldwide SMB domination. There's lots to like, but low prices don't seem to be the company's top priority.
By
Fredric Paul
Apple's Mini DisplayPort Standard Specified
November 11, 2009 | The Video Electronics Standards Association standardized hardware for hooking displays to devices that need a small connector, such as thin laptops. But will non-Apple vendors actually use it?
By
Antone Gonsalves,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
Microsoft Says Windows 7 Malware Threat 'Sensationalized'
November 9, 2009 | Software maker claims operating system tests by security vendor Sophos did not take advantage of Microsoft security tools.
By
Paul McDougall,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
Midmarket Heroes: Three Unique SMBs Turn To Big-Company Software To Grow Their Businesses
November 10, 2009 | SAP trots out three very different businesses to show that it's serious about helping small and midsize companies. What can other SMBs learn from the experiences of these three Midmarket Heroes?
To Fight The Recession, HP Introduces Lots Of SMB Products
November 9, 2009 | The giant vendor rolls out new servers, network switches, storage systems, disk drives, PCs, monitors, and printers -- and adds new support plans, financing options, and bundled systems. It's all part of an ongoing effort to pull together HP's vast portfolio of products in the face of continuing economic pressure.
By
Paul Korzeniowski
Microsoft Releases Exchange 2010
November 9, 2009 | The e-mail server includes better storage optimization, voicemail integration, archiving, and potentially big cost savings, says the software giant.
By
J. Nicholas Hoover,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
Windows 7 Sales Trounce Vista
November 6, 2009 | Microsoft's new OS is significantly outpacing its predecessor in terms of post-launch market impact. But new PC sales haven't seen the same lift.
By
Paul McDougall,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
Verizon and Motorola Use The Droid To Take on AT&T And Apple's iPhone
November 4, 2009 | Verizon and Motorola hope the Droid's physical keyboard and higher-rated network can make up for the iPhone's head start and giant app collection. For SMBs, though, it's all about choice and competition.
By
Paul Korzeniowski
XP To Windows 7: Workaround Fixes Install Failure
November 3, 2009 | Windows XP users attempting upgrades to Microsoft's new OS are getting hit with an error message -- here's the fix.
By
Paul McDougall,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
Microsoft Drops Prices Of Cloud Apps
November 3, 2009 | Exchange Online's monthly price drops from $10 to $5, and storage increases to 25 Gbytes, matching Google Gmail.
By
Mary Hayes Weier,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
Slideshow: Top 10 BlackBerry Apps For SMBs
November 3, 2009 | The Blackberry may be the smartphone standard for business users, but most of the applications in the BlackBerry App World store are distinctly consumer-flavored. So we hunted down the top choices for small and midsize businesses.
Windows 7: UI Promises Productivity Gains
November 2, 2009 | In developing the user interface for its latest OS, Microsoft put productivity and the user experience front and center. Here's how they did it.
By
J. Nicholas Hoover,
Courtesy of
InformationWeek
Ask Steve: SMBs Cut Tech, And More, To Cope With Recession
November 2, 2009 | New Yankee Group SMB data predicts severe cutbacks in tech spending, particularly in cloud computing and Software as a Service (Saas) as well as unified communications. The bright spot? Mobile applications.
By Steve Hilton, Courtesy of Yankee Group
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ANTenna Blog
News, Views, Insight, And Advice
| Cyber Monday Security Risks Are All Business |
Why Cyber Monday for the online shopping surge? Because for many, Monday's the first working day after Thanksgiving. Which means they can do their online shopping on business time, on the business dime, using business machines over business connections. You may not be able -- or want -- to do anything about the productivity drop, but at least you can tell your people to shop safely. Read Post |
| Fusion-io: This Ain't Your Father's SSD Hardware |
Think your new SATA solid-state hard drive is hot stuff? There's a new kid on the block that will make it look like a relic from the storage Stone Age. Read Post |
| Black Friday FOR SMBs, Not Just BY SMBs? |
Typically, Black Friday is a sales event where companies offer big discounts to consumers to spur sales the day after Thanksgiving. But in today's economy (ITE) companies are also pushing Black Friday to their SMB customers. Read Post |
Holiday Internet Marketing Grows, A QuickBooks Marketing App Gets Upgraded, And A New Entry-Level Shopping Cart
A new Constant Contact survey says SMBs are boosting their Internet marketing for the Holidays, ClickFuel has upgraded its FuelStation online marketing dashboard to work with QuickBooks 2010 and QuickBooks Pro, and ProPay's CartLite is an entry-level shopping cart. Read Post |
Unified Communications Looks to the Sky
To date, cloud computing has had little impact on the Unified Communications (UC) market. The underlying technology has been slow to fall into place, the cost of these services has been high, the benefits have been hard to pinpoint, and the distribution channel has been weak. Infrastructure providers, such Broadsoft, Cisco, and Microsoft, have been pushing to overcome those barriers and may be close to providing small and medium businesses with more UC cloud options. Read Post |
Storage, Storage, Storage: New Storage Devices In 3 Sizes
Data storage choices for SMBs just keep on coming as Data Robotics and Synology debut new storage solutions for prosumers, small businesses, and the midmarket. Read Post |
Yes, Virginia -- There IS A Google Phone
So -- you stay in touch with Google Mail, edit Google Docs, and surf the Web with Google Chrome. You're curious about Google Voice and intrigued over Google Music. Is it just a matter of time before you're carrying a Google Phone? Read Post |
Handy Tool Makes Updating Mac Apps Easy
MacUpdate Desktop simplifies the process of keeping your applications, preference panes, and widgets up to date by automatically downloading and installing what you need. Read Post |
Firefox Gets A Bad Rap From Shoddy Security Research
Is Firefox currently the Web browser most likely to stick your PC with a dangerous security vulnerability? Only if you believe headlines written by people who really should know better. Read Post |
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