Software Development

Oracle tries to outbid SAP for Retek

Oracle throws a wrench into the works in SAP's bid to acquire Retek

IBM, Sun to extend developer platforms

Test tools, grid offering slated

Oracle tries to outbid SAP for Retek

Ellison announces he will submit an offer for the Minneapolis-based software maker

BI vendors push new data integration capabilities

Information Builders offers operational analytics

AOL to launch VOIP within a month

Microsoft unveils IM client, outlines Office vision

Gates' speech emphasizes communication breakthroughs in Office

New IM worms target MSN users

Host of new worms spread using instant messages over MSN Messenger network

Microsoft bundles ISV support with Axapta

Industry Builder initiative offers customer support for the apps of select Microsoft partners

Astaro rolls out new spyware

Linux-based package protects desktops from inside firewall

Nokia, IBM, Oracle tout developer programs

Reaching app builders is critical, companies say