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NewsFactor Network: Enterprise I.T. Newsletters

Today's Top Tech News
from NewsFactor Network
Tuesday -- December 17, 2002 -- http://www.NewsFactor.com

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Headline Scan:
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Top High-Tech News:
1. The Problem with JavaScript
2. Microsoft To Release Digital Media Software for XP
3. Software, Security, and Ethnicity
4. Opinion: Web Services Not Ready for Takeoff
5. Cell Phone Makers Hope New Gadgets, Screens Will Boost Sales
6. Satellite Phone Plan Expected To Get OK
7. CRM Services Market Rejuvenation Ahead
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Top E-Business News:
8. The Outer Limits of Internet Marketing
9. Cisco Links with SBC in Outsourcing Bid
10. E-Tailers Keep an Electronic Eye on Shoppers
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1. The Problem with JavaScript
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JavaScript is the scapegoat for many of the Web's problems, including
pop-ups, pop-unders and other much-maligned browser behaviors. The
language's reputation also has been sullied by malware, such as the
infamous Nimda worm, that uses it to spread through the Web. The truth,
however, is that JavaScript is not to blame...

See the Full Story:
http://www.newsfactor.com/perl/story/20265.html

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2. Microsoft To Release Digital Media Software for XP
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In an effort to facilitate the PC's move from the office or bedroom to
the living room, Microsoft has announced it will release its Plus!
Digital Media Edition as an add-on for computers running Windows XP. The
software is designed to let home computer users create and store photos,
music and movies on a PC...

See the Full Story:
http://www.newsfactor.com/perl/story/20272.html

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3. Software, Security, and Ethnicity
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In the current political climate, the federal government seems to be
following up on fears that moles could work their way into the United
States and achieve positions of trust that they later use to harm
national interests. In the latest case, the FBI is investigating a
company called Ptech and its CEO, Oussama Ziade...

See the Full Story:
http://www.newsfactor.com/perl/story/20275.html

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4. Opinion: Web Services Not Ready for Takeoff
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The concept of "Web services" gets bandied about a lot these days, and
at one level appears to be gaining momentum. But I wouldn't be surprised
if, years from now, we look back at Web services like we do the Betamax
tape -- a superior technical innovation that was quickly consigned to
the dustbin...

See the Full Story:
http://www.newsfactor.com/perl/story/20263.html

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5. Cell Phone Makers Hope New Gadgets, Screens Will Boost Sales
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Cell phones with built-in cameras, color screens and new games are being
hyped this holiday season, as the wireless industry markets the next
wave of technology. But are consumers ready to shell out more money for
a new cell phone in a soft economy, even if it can surf the Web faster
than many home computers?...

See the Full Story:
http://www.newsfactor.com/perl/story/20273.html

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6. Satellite Phone Plan Expected To Get OK
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A controversial plan to resuscitate the global satellite phone industry
-- by supplementing the offerings with land-based cellular service -- is
expected to win the approval of federal regulators. The proposal would
pave the way for mobile phone services that work virtually anywhere...

See the Full Story:
http://www.newsfactor.com/perl/story/20269.html

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7. CRM Services Market Rejuvenation Ahead
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The market for CRM consulting services will grow between 5 and 6 percent
in 2003 and another 8 to 10 percent during the following year, according
to a recent report by Meta Group. However, the nature of the projects on
which consultants work will change, the authors said...

See the Full Story:
http://www.newsfactor.com/perl/story/20271.html

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8. The Outer Limits of Internet Marketing
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As more companies pursue ever-scarcer revenues in this slow economy,
they are putting more emphasis on getting the word out about their
presence. And although the Internet is not the only marketing channel a
business should examine, it definitely should be part of the plan. How
far should companies go in their online efforts?...

See the Full Story:
http://www.newsfactor.com/perl/story/20264.html

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9. Cisco Links with SBC in Outsourcing Bid
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In a move that likely indicates companies will not return to vigorous
spending on telecommunications equipment anytime soon, Cisco Systems has
inked a deal with SBC Communications to offer outsourced communications
services...

See the Full Story:
http://www.newsfactor.com/perl/story/20268.html

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10. E-Tailers Keep an Electronic Eye on Shoppers
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Advances in business intelligence software -- called data mining
programs and data warehouses -- help online retailers get to know
consumers and sell them more stuff than ever before. But occasionally
those programs misfire and result in errors that can frustrate
customers...

See the Full Story:
http://www.newsfactor.com/perl/story/20276.html

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