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In a move that has been described as a significant breakthrough in the tech industry, Microsoft and Sun Microsystems have announced a partnership that will allow corporate users to access applications powered by rival technologies from both companies using a single sign-on. This is the first fruit of a rapprochement
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South Shore Medical Center (SSMC), a private practice with locations in Norwell and Kingston, Massachusetts, has selected ZixCorp's PocketScript e-prescribing technology to enable its 48 prescribers to write and generate prescriptions directly to pharmacies. This implementation will be subsidized by the eRx Collaborative, a program that aims to
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The Schaeffer's Midday Options Update features an analysis of the most notable market activity, including Berkshire Hathaway, Microsoft, MCI Inc., Neiman Marcus Group, and Hewlett-Packard. The update highlights the stabilizing of the major market indexes after a morning surge, despite crude oil prices continuing to drop. The Institute
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Small business owners and entrepreneurs are set to benefit from a unique opportunity to learn how to join the $100 billion online marketplace. M Networks has announced the participation of leading technology companies at Small eBusiness World, a two-day technology event that provides free education and training on using Internet
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Neelie Kroes, the European Union's competition commissioner, has told Microsoft chief executive Steve Ballmer that the company faces fresh financial penalties unless it complies soon with the EU's landmark antitrust ruling. The two leaders met in Brussels, a meeting that came more than a year after
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The acquisition of Macromedia by Adobe Systems has significant implications for the digital media industry. By acquiring Macromedia's developer base and combining Macromedia's Flash products with Adobe's Portable Document Format (PDF) and Acrobat Reader software, Adobe aims to create a robust platform for rich
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Major tech deals, executive shakeups, and revenue growth were among the key stories in business news last week. Adobe announced a $3.4 billion acquisition of Macromedia, a purchase that will give the combined company a stronger position in the digital document market. Meanwhile, top executives are in high demand,
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As earnings season continues in earnest, equity markets are experiencing a mixed afternoon, with blue-chip names struggling to break through negative territory, while technology shares hover just above the breakeven mark. The May contract for crude oil has made a slight recovery, rising to $52.20 per barrel after hitting
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Siebel Systems, a pioneer in the software industry, continues to struggle with falling sales and investor pressure, leading to the second CEO change in less than a year. George Shaheen, a veteran technology executive, has taken over as CEO from Mike Lawrie, who was appointed just eight months ago. The
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Microsoft's payments to escape antitrust trouble are set to reach $6.5bn, following a $150m settlement with Gateway, a PC maker, and a $550m provision against further legal claims. Adding to this, a $43m charge for a settlement with Burst.com and a $700m pre-tax charge in the
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The European Union's antitrust regulators, led by the European Commission, have secured the support of five prominent technology companies in their ongoing legal battle with Microsoft. The companies, including IBM, Oracle, Red Hat, RealNetworks, and Nokia, have filed an application to intervene against Microsoft's appeal of
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Gateway's new line-up of eMachines desktop PCs, including the eMachines T6212 gaming PC, has been made available at leading retailers, marking a significant improvement in performance and functionality in the value-based PC segment. The eMachines T6212 brings the power of an AMD Athlon 64 processor with integrated ATI
