Virtualization: The coming display protocol wars

The future of desktop virtualization may hinge on display protocols. VMware and Citrix take different paths: Which company is likely to win?

IT shops still spending despite downturn

A recent study from IT staffing specialist Robert Half Technology suggests that CIOs plan to invest in new IT initiatives over the next year, in spite of a bad (and possibly worsening) economic climate.

Virtualization: Microsoft forms social enterprise alliance

Microsoft on Wednesday announced the creation of the "Social Enterprise Alliance," a partnership centered on the customization and integration of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server (MOSS) 2007.

Virtualization: Survey says feds remain lukewarm

A survey finds that three-quarters of federal information technology managers recognize the benefits of virtualization, but just 20 percent say their agencies are harnessing the technology to its fullest.

Google unveils potential Exchange killer

Google just made it easier for IT organizations to ditch Microsoft Exchange Server.

Virtualization fights off recessionary fears

As companies large and small expand their number of virtual machines to reap a quick return on investment, they're finding it more and more necessary to manage these machines.

GSA chief-to-be vows to prod Networx transition

The nominee to head the General Services Administration plans to keep close tabs on agencies to ensure that they complete the Networx transition on schedule.

Cybersecurity Policy Will Pose Challenges, Security Pros Say

Now that there's some movement toward a U.S. cybersecurity policy, it's time to roll up the sleeves and get to work, and that task won't be easy, software security experts suggested on Friday.

McAfee buys Solidcore

McAfee Inc. has acquired Solidcore Systems Inc. in an all-cash deal, The move that will expand its compliance capabilities and offer new business opportunities.

PCs just the beginning for Dell

Dell continues to forge alliances with partners as it moves into providing solutions to customers trying to manage complex IT infrastructures.

Unisys to help DOD with financial processes

Unisys has won a GSA task order potentially worth $92 million to provide managed desktop solutions to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service.

Green IT looks for connections

The push for green information technology relies on making such systems part of the broader world.

Verizon offers virtualization under Networx

Carrier expands offerings under the huge government telecommunications contract.

Green initiatives begin to make business sense

The argument grows more compelling for an eco-friendly approach to government contracting.

IDC: Stimulus to pump billions into federal IT

The new stimulus law will pump approximately $2.5 billion into federal agencies for technology funding, according to IDC.

Flipping the virtual switch

Moving from a traditional infrastructure to a virtualized one poses various challenges.

L-3 gets Air Force F-16 training deal

L-3 Communications Corp. will provide F-16 training simulators to the Air Force under a contract potentially worth $68.2 million.

GTSI, Savvis forge managed services alliance

GTSI and Savvis have entered into a strategic alliance making Savvis the preferred provider of managed hosting and IT infrastructure services for GTSI clients.