OpenWorld 2013: Oracle NoSQL Database On the Rise?
Oracle NoSQL will dominate a dozen OpenWorld 2013 sessions. But is Oracle (ORCL) serious about the open source Big Data database?
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As Oracle (ORCL) OpenWorld 2013 kicks off, here are 10 cloud, database, Big Data and partnership questions worth asking Larry Ellison and company.
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Oracle (ORCL) and Microsoft (MSFT) will update their cloud computing partnership at OpenWorld 2013.
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LogRhythm has hired Nancy Reynolds as VP of channel sales. The Trend Micro, Kaspersky Lab, Dell and Novell veteran will seek to ensure LogRhythm works more closely with VARs, MSPs and strategic technology partners.
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Top 100 Channel Partner Events 2014: Technology Conferences Calendar
The VAR Guy’s Top 100 Channel Partner Conferences and Events for 2014. The ultimate list and calendar for VARs, MSPs and CSPs. Registration required.
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Microsoft Surface Pro Docking Station Heading to Business
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After the Dell Shareholder Vote: Balancing Debt, Partners and Customers
Dell will likely win a shareholder vote on Sept. 12. If true, the company will go private in a $25 billion deal. But will that privacy status allow Dell to focus on long-term innovations and business development instead of short-term debt?
If There Is A God, Is He Multi-Tenant?
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Microsoft Resembles Novell, Circa 1995
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