Archive for the ‘business’ Category
Why Business Should Embrace the $139 Kindle 2
Thursday, July 29, 2010 9:00 No CommentsAmazon is aggressively defending its position in the e-reader market by unveiling a redesigned Kindle 2 for a mere $139. As Amazon and Barnes and Noble battle for e-reader supremacy, it’s time for businesses to take a closer look at the benefits and advantages of embracing e-readers like the Kindle 2.
Google Apps intrigues IT pros, but security worries remain
Thursday, July 29, 2010 9:00 No CommentsGoogle likes to boast that more than 2 million businesses run Google Apps, but IT pros harbor concerns about security in the cloud.
Smaller businesses turn to cloud
Thursday, July 29, 2010 9:00 No CommentsMore companies are turning to the cloud – and it’s smaller businesses that are setting the pace
Off-the-Grid Gadget Chargers Provide Power in a Pinch
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 9:00 No CommentsKeeping mobile phones and other portable electronics charged is a hassle if you make frequent business trips or work in multiple locations. Inevitably, your smartphone’s battery dies far from a power source just when you need to make a crucial call or get directions to a meeting.
UK outsourcer sets up BPO in Indian town
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 9:00 No CommentsBritish outsourcer Xchanging is setting up a business process outsourcing (BPO) center in a town in India, hoping to tap into the low-cost, skilled staff available outside the country’s cities.
China’s tech policies may lead to trade disputes, report warns
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 9:00 No CommentsChina’s goal to become a technology giant is being helped by government policies that may force businesses to transfer their technical know-how for access to China’s market, a new report finds.
Retrospect 8.2 gets 3x speed boost, 64-bit support
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 9:00 No CommentsIt feels weird to write about Retrospect without “Dantz” in front of it. But Roxio bought this backup and recovery software for small-to-medium businesses from EMC Corp. in May, and Tuesday brought its first major update since the purchase.
Free app developer finder service launches
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 9:00 No CommentsA new, free online resource has launched to help businesses find a suitable iPhone or iPad app developer.
Nvidia tunes 3D offerings for businesses
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 9:00 No CommentsNvidia is extending its 3D offerings from homes to businesses, announcing new 3D glasses and transmitters for use in meetings and presentations.
SAP reports revenue up 12 percent, earnings up 15 percent
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 9:00 No CommentsSAP reported a 15 percent year-on-year rise in earnings for the second quarter, on revenue up 12 percent. It forecast that underlying revenue growth in its core business of software and software-related services will accelerate following completion of its acquisition of Sybase.