Over the past few years, there has been growing interest in open standards as the only fool-proof way to facilitate interoperability in the ICT sector. But, a recent study out of the University of Illinois finds that open standards are not enough: implementations matter. (Thanks to Doug Mahugh for highlighting [...]
Internetnews.com reports that “[p]ersonal computer sales managed the barest of growth rates in the fourth quarter of 2008 even in the face of a worldwide economic slowdown. The U.S. saw the worst damage done, but even then it wasn't enough to cause a year-over-year decline. Technology research firm Gartner said [...]
Yahoo!Tech reports that “[a] high-profile task force formed last year to study dangers young people face on the Internet has found that fears of sexual predators are overblown and that technology alone won't keep children safe. Family, education, and government policy are key components of reducing risks for children, according [...]
InfoWorld reveals that “Apple and Microsoft topped the list of InfoWorld's annual product award winners this year, nabbing three and four Technology of the Year Awards, respectively. Announced today, InfoWorld's 2009 Technology of the Year Awards recognize the best hardware and software products evaluated by InfoWorld reviewers during 2008. Microsoft's [...]
The Wall Street Journal writes that “Yahoo Inc. is in the final stretch of its search for a chief executive officer, and a decision could come as soon as next week, said people close to the Internet company. Among candidates still under consideration is Carol Bartz, the former chief executive [...]