Tag: it manager

Why IT Dollars Will Go Further on Google’s Floating Data Center

Is Google preparing another “ moon shot ”? The barge discovered in the San Francisco Bay this week hints at it, and rampant speculation has Google building a floating data center. Google hasn’t confirmed any ties to the barge, but many observers find it more than coincidental that the company filed for a floating data center  patent  in 2008.

Microsoft Kill Shots: How IBM/Linux Deals the Latest Blow to Redmond Empire

Not long ago, Microsoft ruled the computing empire with near-monopolies in PC operating systems, web browsers and productivity applications. The company’s reign, however, was dominated by discord. Competitors complained about Microsoft’s predatory business practices