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Oracle has launched a free ASP service called OracleAppsNet to host applications for its new 9i platform, allowing developers to build and deploy their apps without installing software on their own machines. This move is part of Oracle's strategy to become a developer service provider (DSP) and compete
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Mercury Interactive Corp., a leading provider of Web performance management solutions, has announced the availability of web performance management solutions for testing and monitoring streaming media. The company has teamed up with RealNetworks and Microsoft to improve the quality of streaming media, and has developed solutions that enable e-businesses to
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To help e-businesses manage and improve the performance of Web applications that include streaming media, Mercury Interactive Corp. has announced the availability of Web performance management solutions for testing and monitoring streaming media. These solutions enable companies to ensure the performance and scalability necessary to provide a positive end-user experience.
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Evidence of a sharp slowdown in the technology industry emerged yesterday with Intel, Motorola, and National Semiconductor warning they would fail to meet growth forecasts. Analysts at Goldman Sachs also cautioned that Microsoft would struggle to match revenue growth expectations. This downward trend is attributed to a decline in personal
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MassHysteria Inc., a premier digital media infrastructure and solutions provider, showcased its innovative digital media applications at the Western Cable Show in Los Angeles and eSportsWorld in Atlanta. The company's new and innovative solutions were well-received by attendees at both shows, further reinforcing its leadership position in engaging
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The Business Internet Consortium, formed by leading tech companies such as Compaq, IBM, Intel, and Microsoft, aims to promote e-commerce by addressing interoperability and integration challenges. Despite initial setbacks, including the absence of key players Sun and Oracle, the consortium has started with 30 members and plans to solicit input
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Lions Gate Entertainment's CinemaNow, a leading distributor of independent feature films on demand over the Internet, has closed its series B round of funding. This round was led by Microsoft, with original Series A investors Blockbuster and Kipco also participating. Hunter Capital Group and executives of CinemaNow coordinated
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In a move to enhance the Internet experience for Dell customers, the company has partnered with Microsoft to offer a new Internet access service, DellNet by MSN. Starting in November 2000, all new Dell consumer desktop and notebook PC purchases in the U.S. will come with a one-year subscription
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The 14th Conference of Commonwealth Education Ministers marked a significant milestone in Canada as Intel Corporation announced the launch of the Intel(R) Teach to the Future program. This program, part of a worldwide initiative, aims to address the barriers teachers face in effectively applying computer technology to improve student
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At the Western Cable Show in 2000, Eagle Wireless International, Inc. unveiled its cutting-edge High-End Entertainment PC, the EP2000, in collaboration with SCM Microsystems and Microsoft. This innovative platform leverages a future version of Windows to provide a wide range of entertainment services, including premium TV, streaming video-on-demand, and video
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trainAbility, a Microsoft Certified Solutions Provider, and Hewlett-Packard (HP) have joined forces to introduce a first-to-market training course for Exchange 2000, Microsoft's latest platform for messaging and collaboration. The co-developed courseware aims to equip IT professionals with the necessary knowledge to efficiently deploy Exchange 2000 across their enterprises.
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Mobile handsets are increasingly becoming more intelligent and powerful, paving the way for users to download interactive applications from the cellular network to their devices. Sun Microsystems is working with leading makers of handsets to develop software that will enable this capability, based on a standard that will open the
