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Microsoft Corp. was accused of forcing Apple Computer Inc. to abandon Netscape's Web browser and adopt its own product by threatening to drop support for Microsoft's popular word processing program, according to written testimony from a senior Apple executive. The testimony also alleged that Microsoft blocked
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Microsoft's acquisition of GitHub for $7.5 billion closed in June 2020 * has sparked a wave of collaborations and partnerships in the tech industry. Here is a summary of recent deals and partnerships announced in October. As the software industry continues to evolve, partnerships have become a crucial
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Applied Materials, the world's largest producer of wafer fabrication systems and services for the global semiconductor industry, has successfully implemented Oracle Manufacturing software applications for its chemical mechanical polishing (CMP) division. The five-month implementation within the division was completed within budget and five weeks ahead of schedule. This
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Oracle Corp. has announced the immediate availability of Oracle Market Manager 3.5, a powerful database marketing software designed for the financial services industry. This cutting-edge solution provides a foundation for sophisticated customer relationship management, enabling financial institutions to create, manage, and measure the impact of marketing campaigns. Key enhancements
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Nokia has received an order from Well.COM, an Austrian operator, to deliver a complete TETRA professional mobile network. This move demonstrates Nokia's commitment to expanding its presence in the European market. Meanwhile, other notable developments within the telecom industry include the recognition of PowerQuest Corp as the
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Oracle Corporation has introduced Oracle Migration Workbench, a tool designed for seamless data conversion from Microsoft SQL Server to Oracle8, the leading database for Windows NT. The company is also offering a new conversion program for Microsoft and other database vendor customers worldwide. The program provides incentives such as product
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The BioAPI Consortium, an industry initiative formed by major technology companies, has announced the delivery of a statement of scope and a high-level application architecture outline for a biometric API specification. This milestone marks an important step towards developing an industry standard for biometric technologies, which are crucial for secure
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IBM and StorageTek have announced plans to significantly improve the performance and functionality of the IBM RAMAC Virtual Array (RVA), a high-end storage system, in 1999. The enhancements will provide significant benefits to customers, including improved OLTP response time, increased storage capacity, and the ability to meet the demands of
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Intel, one of the world's largest microchip manufacturers, has thrown its weight behind a free alternative operating system to Windows. The company, along with Netscape, has announced a significant investment in Red Hat Software, which markets the Linux operating system. This move is seen as a challenge to
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Three Santa Clara Valley teachers, Noreen McElrone, Leslie May, and Beverly Tom, have been awarded classroom computer equipment and software valued at over $138,000 each for their outstanding curriculum projects. The awards, part of the 1998 Intel Applying Computers in Education (ACE) program, aim to enhance student learning and
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Microsoft's WebTV Networks, Inc. has successfully completed the enterprise-wide implementation of SAP R/3 business applications solutions in under four months, marking a significant milestone in its digital transformation journey. The integrated platform enables WebTV and its parent company, Microsoft Corp., to operate more efficiently and access critical
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Infoseek Corporation has been selected as one of four premier search partners to provide search and navigation on Microsoft's network of Internet products and services. Under the one-year agreement, Infoseek will pay Microsoft a guaranteed amount in return for a guaranteed minimum number of impressions and significant brand
