ICT & Telecom Summit 2011

Ghana ICT & Telecom Summit 2011 is designed to explore the critical business, service and technology strategies needed to ensure market competitiveness and exploit emerging opportunities for increased growth and profitability in Ghana ICT market. Keynote presentations, dialogues and roundtable discussions will feature C-level executives from the major operators in Ghana including... By

Carrier Ethernet for Business Services

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Switch off for Earth Hour 2011

Come tomorrow, millions of people around the globe will join together and switch off the lights and systems for an hour in a show of support for environmental action. The idea is not only to show support for the environment but also be counted. The time designated for the Earth Hour is from 8.30-9.30 pm. Earth Hour 2011 asks people and organisations to use the hour as a time to make a renewed... By

Oracle stops making Intel Itanium Microprocessor

After multiple conversations with Intel senior management, Oracle has decided to discontinue all software development on the Intel Itanium microprocessor. Intel management made it clear that their strategic focus is on their x86 microprocessor and that Itanium was nearing the end of its life. Both Microsoft and RedHat have already stopped developing software for Itanium. Also, HP CEO Leo... By

10 reasons to choose Firefox 4 over Microsoft IE 9

It didnt take long for Mozillas Firefox 4 to gain immense popularity. As of this writing, millions of people have downloaded the new browser and by the look of things, its appeal to web users has yet to slow down. By all measure, Firefox 4 seems to be on top of its game, and its ready to take on its many competitors in the browser market. But now that Firefox 4 is out to compete against Internet... By

McAfee to buy database security vendor Sentrigo

Reports indicate that McAfee is all set to acquire database security vendor Sentrigo for an undisclosed sum. If the acquisition comes about, it would enhance McAfee's range of products for monitoring database activity and for detecting and patching security flaws in enterprise databases. The deal is expected to close in April, when Sentrigo will become part of McAfee's Risk & Compliance... By

Digisol launches new IP Surveillance cameras

Digisol has launched Skyros, a range of IP surveillance cameras - starting with two feature rich IP cameras namely, DG-SC3630 Pan/Tilt camera with Power over Ethernet, and the DG-SC3610W Wireless Pan/Tilt camera. As per the company, the new cameras are high-end network cameras designed for professional surveillance and security applications, providing security solutions for businesses of any... By

Here's why you should worry about the Cloud

Although cloud offerings are rapidly maturing, the immaturity of cloud service contracting means that many contracts have structural deficits, according to Gartner. The research firm has identified four risky issues that CIOs and sourcing executives should be aware of when contracting for cloud services. "Cloud service providers will need to address these structural shortcomings to achieve wider... By

Does Apple hate India?

It is often said that much like an inamorato or a paramour, you either love Apple or hate it. Renowned for its path-breaking innovations, Apple products are much desired all over the globe, from a college kid to corporate head honcho. Same is the case in India as well. Going by the strengths of all the people touting iPhones or moving around with iPads, it will be hardly surprising if we are... By

New version of Mozilla's Firefox browser released

Reports indicate that Mozilla has launched the latest version of its free and open source web browser Firefox. As per the company, the browser features many improvements over its past versions, including a new look, as well as increased privacy and security features. In a statement, Mozilla said that one security upgrade, Do Not Track, will allow users to set a browser preference that will... By

Billions lost due to IT network outages in 2010

A survey of 7,000 businesses reports that 25% of enterprise IT systems suffered unplanned outages of 4 hours or more during the past year, costing billions of dollars in profits. IT systems integrator CDW, on March 22, released results of a study about business continuity/disaster recovery methodology that indicates 25% of all enterprise IT systems suffered unplanned outages of 4 hours or more... By

Facebook buys Snaptu

Facebook, on March 20, confirmed it has agreed to purchase Israeli startup Snaptu, which optimizes applications for feature phones that lack the processing power and functionality of today's smartphones. Israeli newspaper The Marker said that the purchase price for Snaptu could be as high as $70 million. Facebook expects to close the acquisition in a few weeks, subject to customary closing... By