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Steve Ballmer wants Indian coders to back Windows 8

Thu, 24 May 2012 19:31:20 GMT

As Microsoft prepares to launch Windows 8, CEO Steve Ballmer made a strong pitch to Indian developers to build apps for the new OS.

How Angry Birds & Farmville can help students score better

Wed, 23 May 2012 23:09:15 GMT

Using algorithms similar to those in Angry Birds & Farmville to teach basic concepts is catching on, especially among students who are comfortable playing online games.

Google clears key mapping software for Syria

Wed, 23 May 2012 18:02:47 GMT

Google announced that its mapping software and other products would be available in Syria after getting export approval by the US government.

Microsoft to incubate 10 Indian start-ups in cloud computing

Wed, 23 May 2012 17:41:08 GMT

Start-ups that can build any application using the company's cloud platform and operate in any business or market segment will be eligible to apply for the programme.

Microsoft to incubate 10 Indian start-ups

Wed, 23 May 2012 14:38:18 GMT

The start-ups will also be able to leverage the company's Metro user interface on Window 8 and Window Phone to operate in a cloud environment.

'GenY' high on social media, mobile devices: TCS

Wed, 23 May 2012 12:03:55 GMT

According to the survey conducted on 12,300 high school students, 85% respondents said they use FB, while 79% said they own a mobile phone.

NEC enters into exclusive talks for buying controlling stake in Hexaware

Wed, 23 May 2012 09:02:34 GMT

NEC Corporation has been conducting due diligence on Hexaware and is expected to make a final binding offer for the firm by mid-June, source said.

SAP to buy Ariba, enterprise value $4.3 billion

Wed, 23 May 2012 01:55:13 GMT

SAP AG said it would buy smaller software maker Ariba Inc for $45 a share, representing an enterprise value of about $4.3 billion.

How to convert your PC into a media centre

Tue, 22 May 2012 20:14:54 GMT

If you have an HDTV and an old PC, you can easily make a multimedia powerhouse with some free software and a little patience.

Pitney Bowes Inc opens R&D centre in Pune

Tue, 22 May 2012 11:31:15 GMT

The centre will do research work for the company's global portfolio including Volly, a digital mailbox solution.

Microsoft sees 'rebirth' with new Windows 8 system

Tue, 22 May 2012 06:34:19 GMT

Microsoft's upcoming Windows 8 series - featuring an upgraded cloud computing service - marks a "rebirth" of its operating systems, Steve Ballmer said.

Microsoft sets sights on South Korean digital education

Tue, 22 May 2012 05:11:45 GMT

Microsoft Corp CEO Steve Ballmer met Seoul education officials today to discuss using digital technology in classrooms.

New iPhone application called KLiK reveals identity in photos

Mon, 21 May 2012 22:20:07 GMT

A new iPhone app called KLiK performs real-time facial recognition to automatically identify and tag friends in photos.

Polaris launches new insurance claims processing solution

Mon, 21 May 2012 16:10:12 GMT

BFSI sector software company Polaris Financial Technology Monday launched its insurance claims processing software Intellect Claims.

MapmyIndia eyes Rs 100 crore revenue in FY13

Sun, 20 May 2012 06:47:13 GMT

Digital navigation device maker MapmyIndia is expecting to cross Rs 100-crore revenue mark in the current fiscal and plans to expand business.

IT parks to be developed in Kashmir for boosting employment: Jammu and Kashmir government

Sat, 19 May 2012 10:38:47 GMT

Jammu and Kashmir government plans to develop Information Technology (IT) parks to generate employment in the state.

IT industry grows to Rs 91,800 crore in FY'12

Fri, 18 May 2012 10:26:24 GMT

The domestic IT market has grown 16.7 per cent to Rs 91,800 crore in 2011-12 from Rs 78,600 crore in the previous fiscal, the government said today.

Next-generation technologies for the use of digital products, services among low-income communities

Fri, 18 May 2012 02:16:47 GMT

Here is a look at three such next-generation technology ideas that were showcased at TechFest, an annual event organised by the company.

Schools tie up with Microsoft for cloud based service Microsoft Live@Edu

Thu, 17 May 2012 13:21:31 GMT

Schools in Delhi and Mumbai partner with Microsoft for cloud based service Microsoft Live@Edu, which provides them access to Microsoft's software.

HCL Infosystems deploys Cloud technology at Narayana Hrudayalaya hospitals

Thu, 17 May 2012 12:13:34 GMT

HCL Infosystems firm has entered into a 5-year deal with Narayana Hrudayalaya to deploy its cloud’s infrastructure.

Microsoft employees develop technology for speech & hearing impaired

Thu, 17 May 2012 11:33:19 GMT

Microsoft India employees have developed a technology that would help for hearing and speech impaired people to communicate with others.

UK agency approves BlackBerry 7 OS for government use

Thu, 17 May 2012 10:45:52 GMT

Research In Motion Ltd said the UK agency responsible for setting standards for computer security has approved the BlackBerry 7 operating system for government use.

Over half of world PC users admit to pirating software: Report

Thu, 17 May 2012 09:35:14 GMT

Over half of the world's personal computer users, 57 per cent to be precise, admit to pirating software, according to a new study.

Nasscom guidance is too ambitious: V Balakrishnan, CFO, Infosys

Wed, 16 May 2012 13:22:23 GMT

Even after the tepid numbers reported by IT companies for March quarter, Nasscom has maintained an industry growth target of 11-14 per cent in revenues for FY13.

Asia software piracy cost $21 billion lost sales

Wed, 16 May 2012 05:33:14 GMT

An industry report says software piracy in Asia cost businesses more than $20 billion in lost sales last year, higher than any other region.