Bi-Monthly Computer Networking/IT Industry Updates (28 Jan – 10 Feb ’14)

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Welcome to Bi-Monthly Computer Networking/IT industry updates. In this edition, you’ll find some interesting news, product releases and articles released by the vendors in our industry, over the last two weeks (January 28 – February 10, 2014).

#1. Cisco’s new initiatives for IoT (Internet of Things): Cisco has delivered its vision for fog-computing and has announced a new IOx platform that extends the vision of IoT over its devices. Some interesting applications of IoT have also been mentioned in the article. Read more…

#2. Hp announces ServeIT and Hp ServiceIT bundles for SMB: Hp Servers have been bundled together with Microsoft server applications, targeting SMBs. Learn more…

#3. Extreme Networks introduces Purview, an Application Analytics platform for its Wi-Fi Networks: By collecting, analyzing and reporting the massive user/application usage data, Extreme Networks wants to improve the user experience, engagement and efficiency of its Wi-Fi networks. According to them, their initial release of Purview supports over 13,000 application fingerprints over 7,000 applications. Read more…

#4. Dell adopts Open Networking: Dell’s new ToR (Top of the Rack) Switches S6000 & S4810 will support (third-party) Cumulus Linux Network OS, as an option. Read more…

#5. Dell announces the availability of Dell Wyse Cloud Connect device: This is an ultra-compact mobile cloud access device that delivers desktop virtualization and personal cloud services to any HDMI or MHL-enabled display. Read more…

#6. Digium offers Unified Communications System on a rental basis: Digium has combined its Cloud-based Switchvox IP PBX system & IP phones into a single Unified Communications system offering for customers and provides it with no upfront cost. Customers pay a monthly rental based on the required configuration. They also offer a 30-day free trial for the same. Read more…

#7. Lenovo introduces new Rack Servers, Tower Servers and DAS Unit: Lenovo has introduced two-processor rack server & two-processor tower server models – RD440 & TD340, along with a Direct Attached Storage (DAS) model – SA120. More info…

#8. Axis Communications launches Stainless steel HDTV PTZ Dome Cameras: Axis Communications has launched Q60-S Cameras that can be used in demanding/corrosive conditions like mining, oil/gas sites, hospitals, manufacturing units, etc. Read more…

#9. Google’s Chromebox for Meetings launched: Aimed at companies, the Chromebox for Meetings appliance from Google combines CPU, mic, speakers, remote, HD camera and Google Hangouts to create a fully functional Multi-Conference unit for the board room. It can also conference with web-based units and existing video conference systems. Read more…

#10. Raritan introduces new IP KVM Switch with 1080p HD Streaming: It is named Raritan Dominion KX III. Read more…

#11. Citrix announces CloudBridge CSX Platform for branch offices: This hardware unit combines WAN Optimization & Windows Server components, suitable for branch offices, and is aimed at reducing the number of servers in the branch. Read more…

#12. Radware releases Defense4All: This is an Open SDN security application for hte OpenDayLight project. Read more…

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