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10 tech products that died on arrival

11 essential JavaScript tools for Web developers

Microsoft Research may have solved the latency issue for cloud gaming

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August 22, 2014
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Ten tech products that died on arrival

Windows 8 is only the latest product to prove that no matter how much time, effort, and money you put into something, it may sink like a stone and stay at the bottom.

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Issue highlights

1. 11 essential JavaScript tools for Web developers

2. Microsoft Research may have solved the latency issue for cloud gaming

3. Oracle CEO Larry Ellison turns 70 with no retirement in sight

4. Microsoft jumps into NoSQL market with new Azure data store

5. Mobile apps could be abused to make expensive phone calls

6. Xbox One starts pre-loading select titles, may be getting a new game trial feature

7. Turn, cough and verify your identity [CARTOON]

8. BOOK GIVEAWAY: The Official Ubuntu Book, 8th Ed.

Webcast: Dell Inc.

Office 365 and Dell Services: Productivity and ROI for SMBs

We're on the go. With cloud technology and virtual apps, Office 365 makes it easier to work remotely from any device, anytime. This webcast highlights the new features of Microsoft Office 365 and Dell Services, driving greater productivity, efficiency and ROI in any workplace. View Now

11 essential JavaScript tools for Web developers

From Web app frameworks to data visualization in real time, these tools have your next Web project covered. READ MORE

Microsoft Research may have solved the latency issue for cloud gaming

Through a predictive form of rendering, gaming from the cloud may be possible. READ MORE

Oracle CEO Larry Ellison turns 70 with no retirement in sight

Most people start thinking about retirement when they turn 70, if they haven't already called it a career. Not Oracle CEO Larry Ellison, who passed that milestone Sunday. READ MORE

Microsoft jumps into NoSQL market with new Azure data store

Jumping into the growing NoSQL market, Microsoft has debuted a simple data store through the Azure cloud hosting service. READ MORE

White Paper: CloudBees

Ten Factors Shaping the Future of Application Delivery

More and more organizations are realizing the impact of delivering applications in an accelerated manner. Download this research report conducted by Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) to learn how those that are seeking to do so are leveraging DevOps functions internally and moving towards Continuous Delivery. Learn More

Mobile apps could be abused to make expensive phone calls

A security precaution skipped in mobile applications such as Facebook's Messenger could be abused to make an expensive phone call at a victim's expense, a developer contends. READ MORE

Xbox One starts pre-loading select titles, may be getting a new game trial feature

Once again the gaming news is all about Microsoft as Sony continues to hunker down and enjoy their lead in the console race. READ MORE

Turn, cough and verify your identity [CARTOON]

In the wake of recent security breaches of medical databases, doctors can't be too careful. READ MORE

BOOK GIVEAWAY: The Official Ubuntu Book, 8th Ed.

Five will win. Enter the drawing today! READ MORE

White Paper: Polycom

Gartner MarketScope for Group Video Systems

The Gartner "MarketScope for Group Video Systems" evaluates 7 group video system vendors based on 6 customer-focused criteria such as customer experience, market responsiveness and track record, and offering strategy. The report offers guidance for IT leaders who want to start or expand the use of video collaboration within their organizations. Learn more >>

BOOK GIVEAWAYS:

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The Official Ubuntu Book, 8th Ed.

Essential Mobile Interaction Design

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