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Cloud Computing Is Still In Its Adolescence
Compare the adoption rate for cloud services to that for virtualization, and it's evident we still have a ways to go.
Agile Government: Elusive, But Not Impossible (Really)
A coming together of technologies and IT management philosophies at the federal level---including agile development and shared services--is cause...
Google's Privacy Invasion: It's Your Fault
If we really wanted privacy, we would turn off JavaScript, block ads, and browse in privacy mode through an anonymous proxy. But we would rather...
4 Hot Topics At Cloud Connect
From Amazon to Zynga, cloud leaders at the conference gave some interesting sneak peeks at the future of cloud computing. Take a look ahead.
Telcos Poised To Disrupt Amazon's Enterprise Cloud
Telephone companies have the assets and track record in delivering secure and reliable services to grab a piece of the enterprise cloud services...
Cloud Storage Infrastructures Raise Many Issues
Cost, performance, and the ability to scale are among the key issues when considering cloud storage infrastructure.
Four Things I'd Like To See At Cloud Connect
There are many issues that need to be resolved as the new cloud glitterati gathers in Santa Clara. But don't hold your breath.
Vblocks' Secret Sauce: Simplicity
Take a peek at why CSC, just the latest fan of VBlocks, used the virtualization technology to build eight cloud data centers.
Amazon Grows Revenue, Keeps Cloud Numbers Hidden
As Amazon reported a 35% jump in revenue, it dodged key questions about Kindle Fire and AWS cloud services--namely, whether AWS is helping...
Obama's Google+ Debut: Lessons Learned
Online get-together with a handful of citizens was a step forward for open government, but participation was limited and key questions were skipped.
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Is Cloud Computing A Global Market Yet? Nyet
February 22, 2012Brazil, China, and some European countries have erected barriers to free flow of data, due to fears of U.S. domination of cloud market, says BSA.
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Iomega Launches Mid-Range Storage For Virtual Environments
February 16, 2012New server-class px series has all-inclusive pricing and enterprise-like features.
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Apple CEO: 'We Care About Every Worker'
February 15, 2012Tim Cook reiterates Apple's commitment to fair labor practices and highlights his company's focus on cloud services.
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AT&T Targets Walls Between Mobile Health Apps
February 15, 2012Cloud-based Developer Center platform aims to bring together data from multiple apps and devices, connect them to healthcare systems.
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Telcos Poised To Disrupt Amazon's Enterprise Cloud
February 14, 2012Telephone companies have the assets and track record in delivering secure and reliable services to grab a piece of the enterprise cloud services...
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UptimeCloud Eliminates AWS Cloud Bill Surprises
February 13, 2012Service reports Amazon cloud expenses in the middle of the month and forecasts what they'll be by month end--before it's too late.
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Cloud Computing Can Drive Business Innovation
February 13, 2012Cloud is an enabler of new business models, but too many companies are just experimenting or improving existing processes and not taking full...
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Microsoft CRM Embraces iPhone, iPad, Android
February 06, 2012Microsoft Dynamics CRM update will include native mobile apps for Windows Phone 7, iOS, Android, and BlackBerry devices.
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Google: Digital Music Case Has Cloud Law Implications
February 03, 2012In a cloud computing legal battle, Google sides with ReDigi instead of Capitol Records, but court rebuffs its attempt to file a...
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Cloud Security, Costs Concern Federal IT Pros
January 31, 2012As White House continues to push cloud computing, federal IT managers still worry about security and costs, Ponemon survey finds.
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