Abstract: REDMOND, Wash. (Bloomberg) - Microsoft Corp., the world's largest software maker, has stopped linking its instant messaging system with America Online Inc.'s instant electronic-mail program, the companies said.

Abstract: If you love Instant Messaging and are either a music or video fan, iCast.com will appeal to you.

Abstract: There is a way to use im securely in the workplaceand you can find out how in bullet-proofing instant messaging.

Abstract: As more corporations adopt instant messaging (IM), chief information officers (CIOs) and IT managers are learning that it can be a serious source of liability and security exposure. Users, it seems, simply don’t understand the losses and exposures that can result from incautious IM use. Find out how security software solutions can help you reap the benefits of IM without exposing your company to unnecessary risk.

Abstract: Once a user has logged onto his/her home page he/she will be able to gain instant access to Calendaring, Address Books, Instant Messaging and access to user specific account information

Abstract: Through the release of Lynx’s Messenger Technology code to the ‘Open-Source’ community they hope to gain a strong foothold in Linux messaging as the operating system gains in popularity.

Abstract: Through a strategic partnership with Brooktrout Technologies, Panasonic has acquired the necessary voice and fax technologies to saturate the market with competitively priced, unified messaging products that will strongly challenge Lucent Technologies Octel Messenger system.

Abstract: Lucent's Octel unified messenger uses a text-to-speech conversion engine for transmitting e-mails over a standard telephone line.

Abstract: Tempest Software has announced the release of TMS (Tempest Messenger System) version 3.1.1. The product allows suppliers and customers to query corporate databases without any direct access to the actual web or database servers. A firewall is placed between the Internet and the internal systems and the firewall is configured to allow no incoming traffic. This product should prove to be a great annoyance to hackers everywhere.

Abstract: We recommend that wireless users hold off from establishing an account with the iFollow service, until such a time as the service has proven to be reliably interoperable. If it does, jump on board!

Abstract: For the past few weeks, all eyes (and hearts) have been on the devastation caused by the Indian Ocean Tsunami. What is needed in a disaster like this is an

Abstract: Speed and agility are increasingly important elements to success in a wide variety of domains. As a result, the Internet is becoming a more dynamic, user-centric, real-time environment. In this white paper, we explore characteristic technologies of the real-time Internet and how enterprises, governments, service providers, and other organizations can leverage those technologies to build competitive advantage.

Abstract: To make timely, well-informed decisions, you need just that: time and information. This means having fast access to accurate information from every department in your company, and time away from fighting fires to focus on priorities, problem solving, and marketing strategy. We examine how you can gain reliable, accessible information from efficient, integrated IT systems—and use that information to make faster, smarter decisions.

Abstract: AOL has always, and will continue to block disparate Instant Messaging systems from interacting with its 50 Million plus IM user base due to a potential negative financial impact.

Abstract: Can you relate to the following software demo situation? Jennifer, the sales engineer, is at the keyboard. She’s on a roll. She’s been setting the stage to show how her price matrix capability will eliminate costly errors. This is all-important to the prospect. She has the audience’s full attention and is steadily moving them toward her objective. Suddenly Robert, the account executive, interrupts from the back of the room. “Jennifer, I think this would be a great time to show how the information you’re working with updates the data warehouse and is immediately available for sales analysis purposes.” Everybody shifts their attention from Jennifer and the all-important price matrix capability to Robert and the equally important data warehouse function. In an instant, the momentum Jennifer has been building dies.

Abstract: NETIAN, South Korea’s largest ISP has selected Critical Path’s Inscribe messaging service to meet the demands of South Korea’s explosive e-mail growth. Critical Path’s Inscribe messaging solution includes e-mail, instant messaging, a homepage builder or HTML editor and bulletin boards.

Abstract: Demand for instant access to dispersed information is being met by vendors offering enterprise business intelligence tools and suites. Portlet standardization, enterprise information integration, and corporate performance management are among the proposed solutions, but do they really deliver real time information?

Abstract: Ramco Systems announced the delivery of Ramco Enterprise Series Release 4.0, the newest version of its enterprise software solutions plus a custom application development offering. The delivery reveals what the vendor claims is breakthrough technology and a new approach to the applications market. Our first instant reaction was, 'This is too good to be true.' But we may be proven wrong.