Cisco Delivers Compact Routers

Cisco has unveiled the Cisco 819 Integrated Services Router Machine-to-Machine gateway enabling business innovation and productivity by extending corporate network services to billions of non-traditional IP devices.

According to Cisco, this product is a delivery of its vision for the “internet of things.” In integrating network capabilities into non-traditional IP devices, M2M provides a connectivity that can aid…

Dell Completes Acquisition of Force10 Networks

Dell today announced it has finalized its acquisition of Force10 Networks, leader in high-performance datacenter networking.

The Force10 acquisition will enable Dell to broaden its networking portfolio and deliver its virtual network services infrastructure. Existing Dell PowerConnect line will continue to address the campus switching market and focusing on enabling anytime and anywhere data access.

According to Dell, datacenter…

Lockheed Martin Introduces “Network in a Box”

Lockheed Martin introduces “Network in a Box” that allows military vehicles to be used for multiple missions. Lockheed Martin’s Communications-on-the-Move kit gives warfighters access to various networks without having to incorporate racks of equipment in their vehicles. 

“Lockheed Martin offers the potential for each vehicle to be a network node without having to return to a depot for extensive installation…

McAfee to Discuss Data Center Security and the Cloud at VMworld2011

McAfee will discuss how traditional security models must change in order to secure data center and private cloud environments at the VMworld 2011 Conference.

Businesses have evolved from needing to secure endpoints, networks, devices and services to securing the cloud. In a place where data and information are connected, security needs to have the same capabilities. McAfee will demonstrate virtualization…

IBM Unveils New Hybrid Cloud Solution

IBM yesterday announced a new hybrid cloud solution to help clients significantly reduce the time it takes to connect, manage and secure public and private clouds.

This hybrid builds on the acquisition of Cast Iron offering new integration and management capabilities that allow organizations of all sizes greater control, visibility and automation into their assets and computing environments. This…

Global Data Protection and Recovery Solutions Market 2010-2014

A recent report by Technavio forecasts the Global Data Protection and Recovery Solutions market will grow at a CAGR of 10.2 percent over the period of 2010 through 2014.

A key factor contributing to market growth is the rise of compliance requirements. The Global Data Protection and Recovery Solutions market has also been witnessing a shift in demand toward centralized…

Red Hat and Telstra Partner to Bring Enterprise Solutions to the Cloud

Red Hat, Inc today announced that Telstra has extended its partnership with Red Hat to enable expanded choice for enterprise customers in the cloud. 

“Telstra has partnered with Red Hat as part of our hosting services program for many years and to now be a Red Hat Certified Cloud Provider is a significant and exciting development for Telstra cloud…

McAfee Q2 2011 Threats Report Shows Significant Growth for Malware on Mobile Platforms

McAfee released the McAfee “Threats Report: Second Quarter 2011” showing a 76 percent jump of malware directed toward Android devices making it the most attacked mobile operating system.

With the vast amounts of personal and business data now found on user’s mobile phones, mobile malware is steadily increasing, often mimicking the same code as PC-based threats.The rapid rise…

Avaya Selected for Blanket Purchase Agreement: Steve Derr Comments

The Department of Veterans Affairs’ Office of Information and Technology selected Avaya Government Solutions for a blank purchase agreement for support services.

Avaya’s services will support VA’s 16 major initiatives across its 11 key IT offices and will include the Department of Defense/ VA Interagency Program Office. 

“The ambitious initiatives outlined by the VA will provide better benefits and services…

Northrop Grumman Showcase on Cybersecurity and C4ISR at LandWarNet Conference

Northrop Grumman Corporation has spent the past few days displaying a wide array of capabilities and demonstrations that support America’s warfighters and cyber warriors at the U.S. Army’s LandWarNet Conference. 

The theme for the conference, sponsored by AFCEA International, is “Transforming Cyber While at War.” Northrop Grumman, stationed in booth 821, featured programs and systems demonstrating innovative solutions ranging from…