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Abstract:
The Cobalt Group and National Automobile Dealers Association form a partnership to help dealers build online capabilities
and expand consumer choice. (...)
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cobalt users group:
The Cobalt Group and National Automobile Dealers Association form a partnership to help dealers build online capabilities
and expand consumer choi...
Published:
2000-01-20
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Abstract:
Trying to stake its claim on the rapidly-growing enterprise storage market, Hewlett-Packard announced the formation of its
new Storage Organization, while unveiling products it hopes will give it a credible presence in the Network-Attached Storage
market. (...)
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cobalt users group:
Trying to stake its claim on the rapidly-growing enterprise storage market, Hewlett-Packard announced the formation of its
new Storage Organizatio...
Published:
2000-04-13
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Abstract:
Network Engines, Inc. is a leading vendor of extremely thin rackmount servers used in the rapidly growing area of web serving.
In this note, we examine the company and its outlook. (...)
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cobalt users group:
Network Engines, Inc. is a leading vendor of extremely thin rackmount servers used in the rapidly growing area of web serving.
In this note, we ex...
Published:
1999-11-01
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Abstract:
Trying to stake its claim on the rapidly-growing enterprise storage market, Hewlett-Packard announced the formation of its
new Storage Organization, while unveiling products it hopes will give it a credible presence in the Network-Attached Storage
market. (...)
Excerpt related to
cobalt users group:
Trying to stake its claim on the rapidly-growing enterprise storage market, Hewlett-Packard announced the formation of its
new Storage Organizatio...
Published:
2000-04-13
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Abstract:
At least 20 Compaq customers who purchased the Presario 5800 PCs recently have reported inexplicable freezing of their PCs
while surfing the Web or playing games. (...)
Excerpt related to
cobalt users group:
... games. The freeze forces users to shut down and reboot, sometimes by pressing the machine's
power button or unplugging it. "It's ...
Published:
2000-01-17
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Abstract:
Network Engines, Inc. is a leading vendor of extremely thin rackmount servers used in the rapidly growing area of web serving.
In this note, we examine the company and its outlook. (...)
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cobalt users group:
Network Engines, Inc. is a leading vendor of extremely thin rackmount servers used in the rapidly growing area of web serving.
In this note, we ex...
Published:
1999-11-01
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Abstract:
Sun Microsystems Inc. has launched an "early access" program for its StarPortal desktop productivity suite. (...)
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cobalt users group:
... strategy. User Recommendations. In general, healthy competition is good for users, and
this is no exception. Although StarOffice ...
Published:
2000-01-10
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Abstract:
Be Inc. will offer the newest version of its operating system for free later this quarter. Version 5 for the desktop will
be available for download to pre-registered individuals. (...)
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cobalt users group:
... Commercial users of BeOS 5 will still require a separate license from Be. ...
Assuming this to be the case, users can try BeOS relatively risk-free. ...
Published:
2000-01-26
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Abstract:
At least 20 Compaq customers who purchased the Presario 5800 PCs recently have reported inexplicable freezing of their PCs
while surfing the Web or playing games. (...)
Excerpt related to
cobalt users group:
... games. The freeze forces users to shut down and reboot, sometimes by pressing the machine's
power button or unplugging it. "It's ...
Published:
2000-01-17
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Abstract:
Microsoft Corp. said Wednesday it finished work on its long-awaited Windows 2000 operating system (a/k/a Win2K), wrapping
up a long and painful development project that also represents Microsoft's best hope of dominating Internet computing. (...)
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cobalt users group:
... Windows 2000 will not actually be available to users until Feb. ...
Market Impact. This product is primarily targeted to business users. ...
Published:
1999-12-22
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Abstract:
The term 'PC Server' encompasses a wide range of computing hardware features and functionality. So, how can the entire range
be subdivided into more manageable groups? This note discusses one way of separating them, and the functional characteristics
associated with each group. (...)
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cobalt users group:
The term 'PC Server' encompasses a wide range of computing hardware features and functionality. So, how can the entire
range be subdivided into mo...
Published:
2000-09-05
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Abstract:
Gateway, Dell and others plan desktop 'Internet appliances' -- running on little or no Microsoft software. (...)
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cobalt users group:
... We expect the bulk of the initial market impact will be on the home/consumer PC market, since business
users tend to require more functionality than a web ...
Published:
1999-11-10
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Abstract:
Dell Computer Corp. chairman Michael Dell said Thursday the company's financial performance should not be affected by September's
earthquake in Taiwan. (...)
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cobalt users group:
... User Recommendations. Users will see some short-term uptick in prices, until Taiwan
production has fully recovered. Users purchasing ...
Published:
1999-10-13
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Abstract:
More cracks appear in the Wintel duolith, as Linux appears to be the first OS “ready for prime time” on Intel’s 64-bit “Itanium”
processor. Despite Microsoft’s statements to the contrary, Linux may also be the only 64-bit OS on Itanium for awhile. (...)
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cobalt users group:
... In early February, the Trillian Project--a group consisting of Caldera, CERN, Hewlett
Packard ... Users won't be able to try Linux-on-Itanium for another six months ...
Published:
2000-03-17
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Abstract:
Intel has invested in eSoft, a maker of Linux-based servers for small businesses, the chip giant's fourth Linux investment.
Intel will help the company develop software for Linux servers designed to be used on the Internet. (...)
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cobalt users group:
... As with previous Lintel-related announcements, this will provide reassurance to potential users
concerned about Linux not being supported by a major computer ...
Published:
1999-11-17
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Abstract:
Dell Computer takes #1 position in US PC market share, passing Compaq. (...)
Excerpt related to
cobalt users group:
... User Recommendations. Users should care more about the market consolidation aspect of
these numbers than about who is occupying the #1 position. ...
Published:
1999-09-10
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Abstract:
Intel Corp. has disclosed a problem involving its 820 and 840 chip sets that has spurred the company to scrap plans for three
motherboards it had on its server road map. (...)
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cobalt users group:
... But while an Intel representative stressed that the problem would likely affect only a few users,
some analysts said the trouble may indicate a flaw in a ...
Published:
2000-03-06
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Abstract:
After much anticipation, Compaq’s version of a 1U-high (one 'rack unit') server is finally ready to ship. (...)
Excerpt related to
cobalt users group:
... Vice President and General Manager of Compaq's Industry Standard Server Group. ...
if something fails, replace the entire chassis), Compaq allows users to replace ...
Published:
2000-06-23
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Abstract:
"Server Appliances" are a relatively new, fast-growing segment within the Server market. These systems are designed to perform
one or two functions very well, without the overhead of a general-purpose server. (...)
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cobalt users group:
"Server Appliances" are a relatively new, fast-growing segment within the Server market. These systems are designed
to perform one or two function...
Published:
2000-03-01
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Abstract:
Vendors love to quote benchmarks in their product literature, press releases, and any place they think someone will use the
numbers to make a buying decision. But what do the benchmarks mean, and which ones really matter? (...)
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cobalt users group:
Vendors love to quote benchmarks in their product literature, press releases, and any place they think someone will use the
numbers to make a buyi...
Published:
2002-06-10