Carnegie Mellon researchers save electricity with low-power processors and flash memory Oct 15, 2009
The work was supported in part by gifts from Network Appliance, Google and Intel Corp., and by a grant from the National Science Foundation. In addition to Andersen and Kaminsky, the research team included Ph. (EurekAlert!)
> Sunnyvale's BruteSoft pulls IT into more efficient systems Sep 24, 2009
HOW IT MAKES MONEY: BruteSoft s products can be purchased as licensed software, as a network appliance or as software-as-a-service (SaaS). BUSINESS, TECHNOLOGY IT COULD DISRUPT: BruteSoft s technology initiates downloads from the closest network source. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
DOD updates IPv6 Standard Profile Aug 25, 2009
" The IPv6 Standard Profiles document distinguishes different types of IPv6 devices into product classes with class profiles as well as defining the base requirements and the functional requirements by technical areas. Product classes include end nodes (host/workstations, network appliance, simple servers and advanced servers), intermediate node (routers, Layer 3 switches, information assurance devices) and IPv6-capable software. The document is targeted toward several communities of interest,... (FCW.com)
Stock Futures Signal Losses; Eyes on HP Aug 19, 2009
(Reuters) - Stock index futures pointed to a lower open on Wall Street on Wednesday, tracking a sell-off in Chinese shares on renewed worries the buoyant market had gone too far ahead of the economic recovery, and as oil prices dipped. At 3:30 a.m. EDT, futures for the Swere down 0. (ABC News -- Business)
Bank of the West Increases Document Management and Storage Efficiencies with Treeno Software's Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) Solution Jun 25, 2009
Treeno Software delivers its Content Server and Express solutions for document management, document imaging, email management and business process management (BPM) in a stand-alone software package, on-demand Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) or by a unique network appliance. With a reputation for reliability and the highest levels of customer service, Treeno Software consistently demonstrates that its products immediately increase productivity and operational efficiency by streamlining the workflow... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Whistleblower Gets Millions in False Claims Act Settlement Apr 15, 2009
The whistleblower windfall continued Tuesday, when the government agreed to settle its FCA claims against Network Appliance Inc. for $128 million ... McKnight represents Igor Kapuscinski, a former employee of Network Appliance who discovered in 2006 that his company was offering other customers a better deal on its services than it gave the government ... (Network Appliance, now known as NetApp, was represented by Roger Goldman of , who didn't return our call for comment. (Law.com)
Network Appliance to pay U.S. $128M Apr 15, 2009
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IBM, Sun Micro talks collapse over price Apr 7, 2009
It would also broaden IBM's software portfolio, add storage products that vie with EMC Corp and Network Appliance Inc.. Analysts have said Sun's software could also help IBM compete with Microsoft Corp, as well as Cisco Systems Inc, which some see as IBM's biggest rival in the long term. (EETimes)
Hints of IBM, Sun Deal Coming Next Week Apr 7, 2009
It would also broaden IBM's software portfolio, add storage products that compete with EMC and Network Appliance and provide an edge over Cisco Systems (NASDAQ: CSCO), which some see as its. A deal would have the most impact on IBM's high-end server business, giving it 65 percent of a market worth some $17 billion, versus 27 percent for HP. It would also bolster IBM's highly profitable software business and help ensure the survival of much-smaller Sun. (SmallBusinessComputing)
IBM, Sun Talks Near Collapse: Report Apr 6, 2009
It would broaden IBM's software portfolio, add storage products that vie with EMC Corp and Network Appliance Inc and provide an edge over Cisco Systems Inc , which some see as its biggest rival in the long term. (Additional reporting by Ritsuko Ando in New York and Jim Finkle in Boston, editing by Martin Golan). (ABC News -- Wire)
Sun a good move for IBM Apr 4, 2009
The deal would also broaden IBM's software portfolio and add storage products that vie with EMC and Network Appliance. It would also provide an edge over Cisco Systems, which some see as IBM's biggest rival in the long term. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
IBM cuts Sun offer, may unveil deal next week Apr 4, 2009
Sun would hand IBM a clear lead at the high end of the $45 billion overall server market fought over with Hewlett-Packard Co. It would broaden IBM's software portfolio, add storage products that vie with EMC Corpand Network Appliance Inc and provide an edge over Cisco Systems Inc, which some see as its biggest rival in the long term. "Sun has many valuable assets that have not been adequately monetized," said Cross Research analyst Shannon Cross. (EETimes)
IBM, Sun said to be announcing deal next week Apr 3, 2009
A takeover of Sun would give IBM a clear lead in the $45-billion server market against Hewlett-Packard Co. and Dell Inc. It would also broaden IBMs software portfolio, add storage products that compete with EMC Corp and Network Appliance Inc. and provide an edge over Cisco Systems Inc., which some see as its biggest rival in the long term. A deal would have the most impact on IBMs high-end server business, giving it 65 per cent of a market worth some $17 billion, versus 27 per cent for HP. It... (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Business Sees Cloud Trend as Inevitable Apr 1, 2009
Possible targets range from equipment makers Network Appliance, Brocade or Juniper to storage/virtualization company EMC/VMware to consulting services such as Accenture or CapGemini. Holdouts are likely to be forced to make partnerships with Cisco, IBM or HP, to survive. (Datamation)
In thin times, tiny netbook is king Mar 21, 2009
The netbook is intended to be just what its name implies a network appliance, an input-output device that accesses the Internet. This is what the industry calls a thin client: a tool to access bigger, more powerful machines over a network, either via Wifi, Ethernet cable or in some cases a USB gizmo that links to the Net via cellphone frequencies. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Agito Networks Announces European Availability of Its Enterprise-Grade Mobile Convergence Products for Enhanced Mobile UC Mar 9, 2009
RoamAnywhere is the first and only network appliance that fuses enterprise wireless LANs, carrier cellular networks, IP telephony and location technology to mobilize voice and data applications, while remaining agnostic to customers' choices of carrier and equipment vendors. Agito enables low-cost in-building voice coverage, reduced mobile costs, improved enterprise visibility and control over mobile usage, and better accessibility and responsiveness for mobile workers. (PR Newswire)
> Business Profile: Altus Learning makes knowledge searchable Mar 5, 2009
CUSTOMERS: The company focuses on high-tech customers such as Cisco Systems Inc., Network Appliance Inc., National Semiconductor Corp., Brocade Communications Systems Inc. and IBM Corp.. LOCATIONS: One, Los Gatos. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
