Could Windows 8 Prove Real Competition for the iPad?

Finding us in your spam mailbox? Please add us to your address book! Trouble viewing this email? View in Browser  Manage my subscriptions Mobile and Telecom April 04, 2012 Six Reasons Windows 8 Could Be a Threat to the iPad While most new devices don't make the cut, Microsoft's new Windows 8 is said to be the closest rival to the newest iPad. In fact, Windows 8 may actually beat the iPad in some ways. Tech expert Karl Volkman of SRV Network, Inc. offers his insight into the matter by highlighting six key features of Windows 8. Read more > Consolidating Data Warehousing on a Private Cloud This TDWI checklist report makes a case for private database clouds, especially as a platform for consolidated BI and DW applications. Download now > Blogs Carl Weinschenk Data and Telecom In Terms of Security, Is Android the New Windows? Arthur Cole Infrastructure Increased Options for Management in the Cloud Sue Marquette Poremba Data Security White House Focuses on Three Controls for Cybersecurity Two-Factor Authentication: It's All About Trust   Right now, someone's logging into your network and accessing proprietary information. Do you know who it is? This technical brief explains why two-factor authentication is superior to using passwords only. Read it now > Top 10 Highest Paying Cities for Technology Jobs CyberCoders data reveals that well-known technology hubs such as San Jose, San Francisco and New York's silicon alley rank highest in pay versus smaller cities such as Phoenix, St. Louis and Tampa. Metrics and Measurements: Ten 'Silver Bullet' Best Practices To articulate accountability and identify specific value gains from IT solutions, an organization requires an IT metrics program to validate and review the outcome of services provided by IT or vendors. Download: Password Security, Protection and Management Strong passwords are crucial because cyber criminals can assemble the information you share online and use it to inflict harm on your finances, reputation and career. Featured White Papers Compare Virtualization Platforms for Your Data Center This informative datasheet provides a detailed comparison between the features and benefits of three top Tier 1 competing virtualization platforms. •  Lower TCO, Higher Functionality — The Competitive Edge of VoIP •  Making the Move to Database Outsourcing •  The Top 5 Phone Buying Disasters (and How to Avoid Them) "Though lord knows everyone wants to be considered a 'thought leader' these days ... focus instead on sharing valuable knowledge with people, online as well as off." Excerpt from Susan Hall Charting Your IT Career Latest White Papers Expecting — and Getting — More From Your Communications Network Caveat Emptor — What to Look for Before Choosing a VoIP Vendor Virtualization Changes Everything: Enter the vWOC Agility: How to Navigate the New Landscape for BI This e-mail is sent by: IT Business Edge, property of QuinStreet, Inc. Attn: Newsletter Subscription Dept. 950 Tower Lane, 6th Floor Foster City, CA 94404 Copyright © 2012 QuinStreet, Inc. All rights reserved. E-mail Reports Sign up for these additional e-mail reports to get the best return on your company's technology and talent: •  Aligning IT & Business Goals    •  Optimizing Infrastructure    •  Integrating the Enterprise    •  Maximizing IT Investments    •  Business Tools & Templates •  IT Careers •  Leveraging Enterprise Software •  Managing Compliance Standards •  Mobile and Telecom •  Fortifying Network Security •  Daily Edge Privacy Policy     Manage Subscriptions     Unsubscribe     Contact Us     How to Advertise