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Cluster Resources to Provide Moab Hybrid Cluster Solution on New

Posted in Software  by admin | September 18th, 2008

"The affordable Cray CX1 supercomputer will
make Cray's renowned supercomputing standards
available to more people than ever before,"
stated Michael Jackson, president of Cluster Resources. "We
are pleased to expand our successful relationship with Cray through the
Cray CX1 product line, providing dynamic switching between Windows HPC
Server 2008 and Linux. Moab on the Cray CX1 system will increase
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Microsoft Unveils 'Wave 3' Windows Live Betas

Posted in Software  by admin | September 17th, 2008

on Wednesday opened "Wave 3" of its Microsoft Windows Live programs to the general public, together with new versions of Live Mail, Writer, and Messenger. The beta applications are now live.
All told, the new betas include Live versions of
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The new betas will go live later on Wednesday, according to
, the lead the program management team for Windows Live. Jones made the announcement via a
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RP still needs to enable open source community

Posted in Software  by admin | September 17th, 2008

September 17, 2008 12:08 PM PDT
First of all, Mike McCana's criticism of vmware on that VentureCake blog you cite is more than a year old, and since then we the public have a better understanding of the vmkernel architecture. From what we know now, most would conclude that Mike's criticism was probably off-base.
The bulk of Mike's criticism was based on the (highly dubious) claim that if you need Linux to boot-load your code, then your code is Read the rest of this entry »

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Manaccom buys Brisbane software firm

Posted in Software  by admin | September 17th, 2008

IT and e-commerce group Manaccom said it has rescued one of its major software distributors from financial collapse.
The company has acquired Brisbane-based software distributor Intellitron which ceased operating earlier this month. The terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
The move allows Manaccom to expand its software distribution business.
"Many of Intellitron's former resellers were indirectly purchasing our range of products. This Read the rest of this entry »

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VMware's VirtualCenter Coming to Linux, IPhone

Posted in Software  by admin | September 17th, 2008

CTO Stephen Herrod drew a cheer at the VMworld conference Wednesday by announcing plans to bring the next version of VMware's VirtualCenter management software to Linux and the iPhone.
In a speech opening day two of the VMworld show in Las Vegas, Herrod also described improvements to VMware's core virtual machine technology that should allow businesses to run larger, more demanding applications on virtualized servers.
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windows software engineer

Posted in Software  by admin | September 17th, 2008

The Windows Software Engineer creates, implements and maintains windows applications and system level software for OQO’s UMPC products. This position reports to the Director, Software Engineering.
Develop Windows applications, platform specific device drivers, installers and user-interface enhancements specific to OQO XP and Vista based products.
Develop and maintain business-specific applications and tools for the support department and Read the rest of this entry »

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SOFTWARE TEST ENGINEERS

Posted in Software  by admin | September 17th, 2008

We are looking for a Software Test Engineer for a temporary assignment approximately 5 months long. The ideal candidate will enjoy working closely within a team of dedicated engineers, focused on building outstanding software solutions. Specifically, you will work with the team dedicated to providing network security solutions. Successful candidates will have strong communication skills and be able to collaborate with other test engineers, developers, Read the rest of this entry »

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Interop: Novell Chief Uses Linux Desktop

Posted in Software  by admin | September 17th, 2008

internally "has saved the company a lot of money." Hovsepian made the comments as he delivered a keynote presentation at the
and exhibition in New York.
in concert with the free, OpenOffice.org open source
suite. "The future of IT is based around open source and open standards," said Hovsepian. "Linux is the poster child" for that movement, he added.
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Remote Desktop Control Helps Overcome Mobility Challenges

Posted in Software  by admin | September 17th, 2008

Bomgar, makers of the only appliance-based remote desktop control
software in the industry, may have solutions to all three problems --
at least in the technical support arena. Since the Bomgar appliance
resides in the company's location under its already established
security measures and no company data is routed through a third party
vendor, data is not exposed. All connections are also protected with
256-bit AES SSL encryption, and logs and Read the rest of this entry »

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VMware: A “significant portion” of our technology may include open

Posted in Software  by admin | September 17th, 2008

September 17, 2008 12:08 PM PDT
First of all, Mike McCana's criticism of vmware on that VentureCake blog you cite is more than a year old, and since then we the public have a better understanding of the vmkernel architecture. From what we know now, most would conclude that Mike's criticism was probably off-base.
The bulk of Mike's criticism was based on the (highly dubious) claim that if you need Linux to boot-load your code, then your code is Read the rest of this entry »

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