Recent Articles
-
Microsoft SharePoint Vulnerable
Microsoft has confirmed reports of a cross-site scripting vulnerability in SharePoint Server 2007 and SharePoint Services 3.0. According to Microsoft, the vulnerability could allow escalation of privilege (EoP) within the SharePoint site. If an attacker successfully exploits the vulnerability, the person could run commands against the SharePoint server with the privileges of the compromised user.…
-
Microsoft Dumps Computer Tablet Project, Courier
Microsoft has killed its long-rumored “Courier” tablet PC project, eliminating a possible rival to Apple’s iPad. Although it never managed to exit the development lab, early photo and video leaks on tech blogs suggested the Courier – at least as a prototype – featured two touch screens that folded on a central hinge, like a…
-
HP’s Tablet Plans Likely to Include Palm WebOS, Not Microsoft
Palm’s WebOS mobile platform was said to be a list-topping asset, when the smartphone maker went shopping for a purchaser. And indeed, following the April 28 announcement that HP will acquire Palm for $1.2 billion, analysts are agreeing that WebOS was a major factor in the decision, particularly as it could potentially help HP compete…
-
Don’t Turn Off That Smartphone
The recent economic downturn has American workers stressed, overworked and anxious, but many are turning to technology to help them cope. According to a survey released today by InterCall, a conferencing and collaboration services provider, workers are using technology to stay connected (sometimes even secretly), work harder and maintain job security to survive the economic…
-
Finding Opportunity in Apple iPad Connectivity Problems
As anecdotal evidence of Apple iPad WiFi connectivity issues continues to mount, experts within the reseller channel believe that partners who make the effort to learn about workarounds stand to gain. The homework they do now will add to their iPad expertise which will lead to greater opportunities down the line when the iPad gains…
-
VARs Tread Carefully on Raising Service Prices
With the long winter of the 2009 recession seemingly behind us, everyone has got an eye out for signs of spring—job creation, more hiring and more contracts. Is there also room for higher technology services prices? The answer seems to be a qualified yes. For five essential tips to follow before you raise your price,…