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GFI Looks to Channel to Sell SMB Products

GFI Software is looking to broaden its channel of Microsoft-focused value-added resellers and partners.

Intel Launches New Dual-Core Chips

Chip maker Intel is introducing a series of new processors designed especially for business and e-commerce uses.

Microsoft Makes 100,000 Copies Pre-RC1 Vista Available

Microsoft on Tuesday made available for public download 100,000 copies of a "pre-Release Candidate 1" (RC1) of Windows Vista hoping to enlist the aid of additional beta testers to swat down any last-minute bugs.

Windows Vista Pricing Slips Out

Whoops. In an apparent repeat of the revelation of Office 2007 pricing earlier this year, Amazon.com and Microsoft Canada seem to have lowered the veil on prices for Windows Vista's various incarnations a bit early.

Wi-Fi's 'N' To Get Industry Group Nod

An industry group of wireless networking companies said Tuesday it will start certifying next-generation routers and network cards in 2007, a year before official standards are expected.

Microsoft Restructures Custom Support Agreements

Microsoft announced this week it has restructured its Custom Support Agreement (CSA) program for legacy products to provide large customers with more options when it comes time to begin migrating off of products for which long-term support has expired.

Back-to-School Supplies for Secure Campus Networks

Labor Day marks the move-in for most students, and it also marks the beginning of labor-intensive work for IT departments across colleges and universities nationwide. Find out what one institution is doing to secure its network for the school year.

Anatomy of a Deal: Software ONE Inc. and Softwarepipeline AG

Licensing behemoth and VAR combine services.

Amazon.com Reveals Windows Vista Prices

Microsoft to charge $239 for Windows Vista through retailer Amazon.com's Web site.

Google Bundles Free Apps for Offices

Starting Monday, Google will offer Google Apps for Your Domain, a free package of programs for businesses, universities and other organizations.

Blackboard Scores Key E-Learning Technology Patent

In a move that has shaken up the e-learning community, Blackboard Inc. has been awarded a patent establishing its claims to some of the basic features of the software that powers online education.

EMC on Expansion Tear

EMC Corp. has spent $7 billion buying companies and assets in the past three years, topped by this summer's $2.1 billion deal for RSA Security Inc.

Microsoft: Toshiba to Build iPod Rival

Microsoft Corp.'s answer to Apple's iPod will be built by Toshiba Corp., the software company confirmed Friday.

Man Gets 6 Years in Software Piracy Case

A Florida man who made millions of dollars selling illegal copies of computer programs was sentenced Friday to six years in prison in one of the nation's largest software piracy cases.

Sun Buys Hewlett and Packard Painting

Wall Street values Hewlett-Packard Co. at $98 billion. Its rival, Sun Microsystems Inc., values Hewlett and Packard at a mere $6,000.

Apple Recalls 1.8 Million Sony Batteries

Apple Computer Inc. on Thursday recalled 1.8 million Sony-built laptop batteries that could overheat and catch fire.

Microsoft Ships Internet Explorer 7 for XP 'Release Candidate'

Microsoft has begun shipping the first release candidate of Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP, putting the first major update of the company's browser in years on track for final release on schedule.

ANALYSIS: Impact of Microsoft's TestKing.com Lawsuit Unclear

When Microsoft filed a federal copyright infringement lawsuit against braindump site Testking.com, many hailed the action. But the suit explores uncharted legal waters, with unpredictable results.

New Equipment Improves Emergency Communications Post-Katrina

Some boats searching the flood waters left by Hurricane Katrina were crowded with survivors. Others had plenty of room. And whenever a packed boat came upon a rooftop with more stranded people, there was no way to radio one of the empty boats to come help.

Citrix and Microsoft To Collaborate on 'Branch Office Appliance'

Microsoft and Citrix Systems announced this week they are collaborating to jointly produce and market a so-called "appliance" aimed at serving branch offices.