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Microsoft enlists channel help for server, desktop management

Microsoft enlists channel help for server, desktop management

As it strives to improve its reputation in the server and desktop management arena, Microsoft announced on Tuesday Virtual Server 2005 and Microsoft Operations Manager (MOM) 2005 as well as the first public beta of Windows Update Services.
Paula Rooney Nov 17 2004, 12:00AM Hardware
Business as usual for Microsoft Axapta resellers

Business as usual for Microsoft Axapta resellers

Microsoft has no special plans for extra initiatives that may help its partners battle their way to Axapta sales in the heaving seas of an already overcrowded and over-traded ERP market.
Fleur Doidge Nov 8 2004, 12:00AM Software
SGI touts supercomputer for Japan with monster memory

SGI touts supercomputer for Japan with monster memory

Silicon Graphics (SGI) said a customer in Japan will soon introduce an SGI Altix supercomputer based on 2048 Intel Itanium 2 processors that will have more than 13 terabytes of memory -- "the world's largest memory capacity," according to the firm.
Staff Writers Nov 5 2004, 12:00AM Hardware
Sheedy opts for new security blanket

Sheedy opts for new security blanket

Distributor Channelworx's NSW/ACT branch manager Sibella Sheedy has resigned and would start work next Tuesday with Firewall Systems as channel account manager, northern region.
Byron Connolly Nov 5 2004, 12:00AM Security
Oracle issues final offer for PeopleSoft

Oracle issues final offer for PeopleSoft

Enough may be enough for Oracle. Early this week, the database giant upped its cash bid for PeopleSoft for, what it says is the final time, to US$24 per share up from US$21.
Barbara Darrow Nov 2 2004, 12:00AM Software
Sony announces dates, prices for new gaming devices

Sony announces dates, prices for new gaming devices

Sony Computer Entertainment's (SCE) next generation handheld gaming device will go on sale in Japan 12 December for RRP ¥19,800 ($250).
Damien Virulhapen Oct 28 2004, 12:00AM Software
Petty best of British for DiData services

Petty best of British for DiData services

Dimension Data has promoted Scott Petty to a UK-based global executive for services role, appointing Ken Westwood as chief Australian operating officer in his place.
Staff Writers Oct 27 2004, 12:00AM Services
EverQuest II set for 8 November release

EverQuest II set for 8 November release

Game industry giant Sony Computer Entertainment has confirmed 8 November as the ship date for the highly anticipated sequel to its monster online PC hit EverQuest.
Damien Virulhapen Oct 26 2004, 12:00AM Software
Job board to grow for IT pros

Job board to grow for IT pros

IT recruiters are upbeat about what they see as a growing demand for IT professionals in Australia.
Vivienne Fisher Oct 25 2004, 12:00AM Strategy
Netgear offers wireless, VPN training for resellers

Netgear offers wireless, VPN training for resellers

Resellers will soon be able to increase their knowledge of wireless and VPN technologies with a series of one-day courses offered by Netgear in November.
DVD Editor Oct 22 2004, 12:00AM Mobility
Microsoft: 2005 a "breakout" year for Windows server

Microsoft: 2005 a "breakout" year for Windows server

Labelling 2005 a "breakout year" for its server operating-system line, Microsoft this week laid out a revised road map for Windows Server 2003 that promised the release of the second edition in the last half and a service pack in the first.
Staff Writers Oct 19 2004, 12:00AM Software
ACS calls for software quality assurance

ACS calls for software quality assurance

The ACS has called on the adoption of software "quality assurance methodologies" to improve Australia's status as an offshoring destination and ensure better risk management practices.
Staff Writers Oct 18 2004, 12:00AM Software
SSL VPN vendor Aventail discussing new signings for 2005

SSL VPN vendor Aventail discussing new signings for 2005

US-based SSL VPN vendor Aventail has begun talking with potential new Australian partners to resell its managed service offering.
Fleur Doidge Oct 14 2004, 12:00AM Collaboration
ACIF calls for comment on draft telco code

ACIF calls for comment on draft telco code

The Australian Communications Industry Forum has called for comment on a draft code that would regulate telecommunications contracts for consumers and small businesses.
Vivienne Fisher Oct 12 2004, 12:00AM Mobility
Sun: Get ready for negative margins

Sun: Get ready for negative margins

Sun Microsystems is exploring a margin-negative model for hardware in order to win more business and solution providers should be preparing for that scenario, said Jonathan Schwartz, Sun president and COO.
Scott Campbell Oct 5 2004, 12:00AM Software
Synnex flags plans for automated warehousing in Sydney, Melbourne

Synnex flags plans for automated warehousing in Sydney, Melbourne

Distributor and box-builder Synnex has outlined plans to open at least one $25 million automated warehouse in either Melbourne or Sydney by 2006.
Fleur Doidge Oct 1 2004, 12:00AM Services
VoIP for the home

VoIP for the home

Engin, a division of Mobile Innovations launched what it claimed to be the first broadband telephony service for consumers to be sold through retailers Dick Smith and Tandy.
Staff Writers Sep 23 2004, 12:00AM Collaboration
VARs top customer shopping list for single-function printers

VARs top customer shopping list for single-function printers

Value-added resellers have emerged as the preferred choice of channel for Australian business customers seeking to purchase single-function printers.
Fleur Doidge Sep 21 2004, 12:00AM Hardware
Qld service provider seeks resellers for online business tool

Qld service provider seeks resellers for online business tool

A Queensland service provider seeks resellers for a new internet-based service that enables users to use telephones to receive calls and take orders from online shoppers.
Fleur Doidge Sep 20 2004, 12:00AM Collaboration
Ingram looks to China for consumer electronics deals

Ingram looks to China for consumer electronics deals

Broad-based distributor Ingram Micro has tipped China as a future source for consumer electronics offerings as the convergence of consumer products and the IT channel increases in importance over coming years.
Fleur Doidge Sep 17 2004, 12:00AM Strategy

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