Technology Industry

EU studies impact of software patents on open source

EC going ahead with plans to introduce software patents without waiting for the research results

Siebel drafts retention plan to keep staff amid rumors

Siebel seeks to retain employees amid talk of potential acquisition or takeover of the company

Cisco buys app accelerator

Cisco acquires FineGround Networks for $70 million

Taiwan Mobile launches 3G network with Linux backbone

Nokia's backing of open source could give boost to companies offering support for Linux apps used with 3G services

NHK, Sony developing slim, high-capacity 1-inch drive

New slim drives store 10GB of data

Via offers more performance, less power consumption with C7

Via closes the performance gap with Intel and AMD

Intel unveils dual-core chips for home and office

GAO report questions DHS cybersecurity efforts

Homeland security department needs better partnerships with private industry and stronger cybersecurity leadership, report finds

Intel rolls out Pentium D, new chipsets with partners

Dell, HP, Lenovo unveil systems

Qualcomm chief dismisses Wi-Fi, WiMax threats

CDMA will not be adandoned for newer wireless systems, exec says