Amazon Rolls Out Scalable DynamoDB Amazon Web Services rolls out DynamoDB, a fully managed NoSQL database service to compete with Oracle, Salesforce.com and Database.com, as well as MS Azure and Google App Engine. |
Microsoft Takes Aim at VMware Microsoft is swatting at VMware with its latest cloud initiative, Microsoft System Center 2012. The new private cloud solution aims to help businesses move faster, save money and compete better. |
Tech Leaders Seek Cloud Standards The Organization for Advancement of Structured Info Standards has launched a new initiative for portability of cloud apps. Participants include CA, Cisco, Citrix, EMC, IBM, NetApp, SAP and more. |
IBM Creates Data Bit with 12 Atoms A single data bit created with only 12 atoms. IBM researchers obtain the smallest magnetic storage yet, potentially leading to an entirely new class of nanomaterials for computers. |