Monthly Archives: May 2009

Borland offers simulator for app dev

Borland is announcing on Tuesday Borland TeamDefine, a simulation tool for business analysts to translate software project concepts into working models via storyboards and interactive simulations. Continue reading

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Intel set to appeal EC’s $1.44B antitrust fine

Intel CEO Paul Otellini said the company will appeal the European Commission’s decision to fine it $1.44 billion for anticompetitive behavior, arguing that the EC “ignored or disregarded” evidence “refuting” the antitrust charges. Continue reading

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Seagate to lay off 1,100 workers

Following layoffs and salary reductions unveiled earlier this year, Seagate now plans an additional 1,100 layoffs to bolster its cash flow and get earnings back in the black. Continue reading

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AMD gains processor market share on Intel

After five quarters of declining market share, Advanced Micro Devices gained ground in chip shipments over chief rival Intel during the first quarter of 2009, IDC said on Tuesday. Continue reading

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EU antitrust ruling against Intel due on Wednesday

The European Commission is expected to make one of the most significant antitrust decisions in its history on Wednesday when it punishes computer chip maker Intel for stifling competition from smaller rivals. Continue reading

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Microsoft releases free beta for Windows 7 upgrade advisor

Microsoft has released the beta of a free application that helps users determine whether their PC is powerful enough to run the upcoming Windows 7 operating system. Continue reading

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BlackArmor NAS: Polished, with open-source heart

Seagate BlackArmor NAS 440 is a Johnny-come-lately to the NAS market, but Seagate seems to have done its homework. Aimed at small businesses with 50 or fewer employees, this Linux-based appliance is full-featured and flexible, with the promise of furth… Continue reading

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Seagate drives hit by firmware glitch

A UK data recovery specialist has warned that users are still at risk from a firmware update from Seagate, which could leave their organisations with “bricked” hard disk drives (HDDs). Continue reading

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Microsoft delivers XP Mode add-on beta

Microsoft, as promised, today launched the beta of “XP Mode,” the Windows 7 compatibility add-on that runs Windows XP applications in a virtual machine. Continue reading

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