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Genesys Launches UC Connect to Integrate Unified Communications with Contact Centers

Genesys, an Alcatel-Lucent company, has introduced UC Connect, a product initiative aimed at fostering integration and interoperability between its Customer Interaction Management (CIM) software platform and unified communication (UC) solutions from leading providers. This move enables seamless hand-offs between contact centers and back or branch office workers, streamlining customer interactions

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The GD Challenge: A Year of Golfing Excitement and Philanthropy

The Great Deceiver (GD) Challenge, born out of a statement by Tiger Woods, has become a remarkable annual event that brings golf enthusiasts together for a good cause. Last year's inaugural event at the 2008 U.S. Open site, Torrey Pines South, sparked an incredible response, and this

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Navy's Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES) System Seeks Bids from Leading Defense Companies

The Navy has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for the Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES) system, a critical program aimed at streamlining infrastructure and enhancing capabilities across surface ship networks. The CANES system is being developed by a team led by Northrop Grumman, with Lockheed Martin and

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Verizon Enters Cloud Computing Market, Takes on Big Players

Verizon Communications is launching its internet-based computing service, a move that marks the telecom giant's entry into the cloud computing market. The company's computing-as-a-service platform will allow business customers to scale up their computing power, data storage, and network bandwidth on demand. Verizon's vice

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Oracle's $7.4 Billion Acquisition of Sun Microsystems Creates Market Buzz

Oracle Corp. (NASDAQ: ORCL) has agreed to purchase Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAVA) for $7.4 billion, a move that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry. Zacks Equity Research analysts weigh in on the implications of this deal, which may be a costly foray into uncharted territory for Oracle.

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Oracle to Acquire Sun Microsystems for Over $7 Billion, Strengthening Position Against IBM

Oracle Corp. is set to enter the computer hardware market by acquiring Sun Microsystems Inc. for more than $7 billion, bolstering its position as the world's No. 2 maker of business software. The surprise announcement came after Sun's talks with IBM fell apart, with Oracle'

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Zacks Equity Research Highlights Key Stocks and Market Trends

Retailers Family Dollar Stores and Bed Bath & Beyond reported positive quarterly results, with shares increasing by 5% and 20%, respectively. Family Dollar's sales jumped 9% year-over-year, driven by non-discretionary sales and consumers trading down to cheaper alternatives. Atheros Communications is expected to report Q1 results, with projected

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Brocade Unveils Industry's First End-to-End FCoE Solution from Server to Storage Target

At Storage Networking World 2009, Brocade announced a major breakthrough in the industry, introducing the world's first end-to-end Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) solution that seamlessly connects servers to storage targets. This innovative solution combines the best of both worlds, integrating Fibre Channel (FC) and Converged Enhanced Ethernet

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Bayer Corporation Named One of DiversityInc's Top 10 Companies for Global Diversity

Bayer Corporation has achieved a milestone by being named one of DiversityInc's Top 10 Companies for Global Diversity, marking its first inclusion on the list. This recognition is a testament to Bayer's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive global culture, essential for understanding the complexities

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24-7StockAlert.net: A Leading Stock Alert Service Provider

24-7StockAlert.net is a prominent stock website that offers free daily alerts on stocks that are moving up, with a focus on penny stocks on the brink of exploding. The service provides valuable insights and research on selected publicly traded companies, featuring analysis, newsletters, and research reports on the website.

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IBM's Mainframe Monopoly Under Scrutiny Again After 25 Years

European regulators are preparing to reexamine a case dating back to the early days of the computing industry, when IBM's dominance in the high-end computing market led to regulatory pressure. The mainframe industry, dominated by IBM, has attracted competition from companies like General Electric and Honeywell, but today

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PistolStar Showcases Next-Generation Authentication Software Solutions at Lotusphere 2009

Attendees at the Lotusphere 2009 conference in Orlando, Florida, are being invited to visit PistolStar's exhibit booth #433 to learn about the company's latest authentication software solutions. PistolStar's Password Power 8.5 and Web Set Password 8.5 offerings provide enhanced security and usability