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SEC moves toward requiring interactive data filings
The Securities and Exchange Commission has taken a big step toward requiring public companies to file reports in XBRL format after a three-year transition period.
Analysis: Why Hewlett-Packard wants EDS
EDS gives HP access to lots of data centers, and competing with IBM on services isn't so bad an idea, either. But is this apt to turn into Compaq redux?
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Portland IT overhaul runs into delays, excessive costs
The city of Portland, Ore., has changed IT consultants as the price tag for an IT overhaul has soared and the project, which should have been finished in December, is riddled with delays.
With H-1B in limbo, congressional backers push green card fix
U.S. Rep. Zoe Lofgren, who heads the key House Subcommittee on Immigration, has introduced three bills in two months in hopes of dredging the current H-1B swamp. And she's got bilateral backing for her plan.
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WhitePages.com grapples with privacy in a Web 2.0 world
Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols takes a look at how a simple concept like privacy gets complicated fast when development, authentication and millions of users enter the mix.
Oklahoma State breach points to ongoing higher-ed security challenges
In the latest security incident to come to light at an academic institution, Oklahoma State said it is notifying 70,000 people that their personal data may have been compromised.
HARDWARE / more stories...
Windows coming on dual-boot OLPC
OLPC will offer a dual-boot laptop with a low-cost student version of Windows XP later this year.
Review: Buffalo's new MiniStation - a fast 500GB in the pocket
This pocket-size drive (only slightly bigger than a KitKat candy bar) supports Windows and Mac OS X, as well as USB 2.0 and 1.1 standards. Its wraparound USB cord fits into grooves on the drive enclosure's perimeter -- a nice touch.
GOVERNMENT / more stories...
Study: Comcast, Cox slowing P2P traffic around the clock
A study finds that Comcast and Cox are blocking some P2P traffic during all hours.
DNS trouble knocks NSA off Internet
The National Security Agency's DNS servers were unavailable on Thursday, knocking the secretive government agency offline.
MANAGEMENT / more stories...
Yahoo tells Icahn that its own board knows best
Yahoo said Icahn's proposal shows "a significant misunderstanding" of how the board handled Microsoft's offer, and argued that Yahoo's board remains "the best and most qualified group" to handle its affairs.
Can Icahn take on the Yahoo board and win?
Analysts weigh in on whether billionaire investor Carl Icahn can take over Yahoo's board of directors and persuade Microsoft to reconsider acquiring Yahoo.
MOBILE & WIRELESS / more stories...
Windows coming on dual-boot OLPC
OLPC will offer a dual-boot laptop with a low-cost student version of Windows XP later this year.
Review: Buffalo's new MiniStation - a fast 500GB in the pocket
This pocket-size drive (only slightly bigger than a KitKat candy bar) supports Windows and Mac OS X, as well as USB 2.0 and 1.1 standards. Its wraparound USB cord fits into grooves on the drive enclosure's perimeter -- a nice touch.
NETWORKING & INTERNET / more stories...
Yahoo tells Icahn that its own board knows best
Yahoo said Icahn's proposal shows "a significant misunderstanding" of how the board handled Microsoft's offer, and argued that Yahoo's board remains "the best and most qualified group" to handle its affairs.
WhitePages.com grapples with privacy in a Web 2.0 world
Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols takes a look at how a simple concept like privacy gets complicated fast when development, authentication and millions of users enter the mix.
OPERATING SYSTEMS / more stories...
Windows coming on dual-boot OLPC
OLPC will offer a dual-boot laptop with a low-cost student version of Windows XP later this year.
HP confirms XP SP3 endless reboot snafu, promises patch
After a week of scuffling, Hewlett-Packard has finally confirmed that some users of its AMD-based desktops have had problems after installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3), and said it would issue a patch this week.
SECURITY / more stories...
How to improve disaster recovery plans
While disaster planning needs to be high on your to-do list, that doesn't mean you've got to bust your budget. And while virtualization often steals the spotlight, it's just one of the innovative tools now available to CIOs who are rethinking their disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
WhitePages.com grapples with privacy in a Web 2.0 world
Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols takes a look at how a simple concept like privacy gets complicated fast when development, authentication and millions of users enter the mix.
SERVERS & DATA CENTER / more stories...
How to improve disaster recovery plans
While disaster planning needs to be high on your to-do list, that doesn't mean you've got to bust your budget. And while virtualization often steals the spotlight, it's just one of the innovative tools now available to CIOs who are rethinking their disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
Review: Iomega Rev 120 -- Kicking the tape out of IT
While the Iomega drive sells for $500 and a five-pack of 120GB cartridges adds $325, cost isn't everything. Do you know of anyone who has a 5-year-old (let alone 30-year-old) external drive that still works?
SOFTWARE / more stories...
OpenOffice 3.0 beta : Can it finally replace Microsoft Office?
While the latest version of OpenOffice may not threaten Microsoft Office's place in the enterprise, it is an excellent (and free) substitute for homes and small office
Portland IT overhaul runs into delays, excessive costs
The city of Portland, Ore., has changed IT consultants as the price tag for an IT overhaul has soared and the project, which should have been finished in December, is riddled with delays.
STORAGE / more stories...
How to improve disaster recovery plans
While disaster planning needs to be high on your to-do list, that doesn't mean you've got to bust your budget. And while virtualization often steals the spotlight, it's just one of the innovative tools now available to CIOs who are rethinking their disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
Review: Buffalo's new MiniStation - a fast 500GB in the pocket
This pocket-size drive (only slightly bigger than a KitKat candy bar) supports Windows and Mac OS X, as well as USB 2.0 and 1.1 standards. Its wraparound USB cord fits into grooves on the drive enclosure's perimeter -- a nice touch.
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