News tagged with development software

Microsoft appoints first official Iraq distributor

(AP) -- Microsoft Corp. says it has appointed a local company to distribute its products in Iraq in what it says is a sign of growth for the war-plagued country.

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Microsoft sees 'rebirth' with new Windows 8 system

Microsoft's upcoming Windows 8 series -- featuring an upgraded cloud computing service -- marks a "rebirth" of its operating systems, chief executive Steve Ballmer said on Tuesday.

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created May 22, 2012 | popularity 2.3 / 5 (3) | comments 14

Facebook opening online center for social "apps"

Facebook on Wednesday said it is opening an App Center for mini-programs that plug offerings such as Pinterest or Draw Something into the leading social network.

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Apple's squeeze hits phone companies, competitors

(AP) -- Apple is set to report another record quarterly profit on Tuesday, continuing the relentless string of results that's made it the world's most valuable company. Those profits don't come out of thin air: A range of ...

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created Apr 23, 2012 | popularity 1 / 5 (3) | comments 1

Adobe to launch new software suite for designers

(AP) -- Adobe is launching the latest version of its software package for designers and Web developers.

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created Apr 23, 2012 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Rules patchwork 'threatens cloud computing growth'

A global patchwork of conflicting laws and regulations could hobble the growth of the cloud computing market, according to a new study.

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created Feb 22, 2012 | popularity 3 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Software helps improve software

The earlier a problem is detected, the easier it can be solved. Before implementing complex programs in a time-consuming process, computer scientists also want to know whether they will reach the desired performance. Apart ...

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created Feb 21, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Apple brings iPad features to the Mac

Apple released a preview version of its new Macintosh operating system on Thursday, bringing some features of the iPad to the personal computer.

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created Feb 16, 2012 | popularity 3.1 / 5 (7) | comments 3

Apple to seek safeguards for iPhone contact lists

Apple on Wednesday said application developers will have to get express permission from users before tapping into contact information stored in its popular gadgets, in a move to address privacy concerns.

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created Feb 15, 2012 | popularity 2 / 5 (4) | comments 3

Study analyzes emotions in software engineering

Emotions are an important factor that must be taken into account when designing any type of software. This is the conclusion reached through a research project coordinated by the Universidad Carlos III de ...

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created Feb 13, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Google launches Chrome browser for Android smartphones

With more and more people connecting to the Internet through a phone or a tablet instead of a PC, Google Inc. is bringing its fast-growing browser, Chrome, to the newest Android-powered mobile devices.

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created Feb 09, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (5) | comments 0

Windows 8 preview set for February 29

Microsoft on Wednesday revealed plans to unveil a test version of its latest Windows computer operating software later this month.

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created Feb 08, 2012 | popularity 3.6 / 5 (10) | comments 9

HP to make webOS software public by September

Hewlett-Packard said Wednesday it will make its webOS mobile operating system available to the open source community by September.

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created Jan 25, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Dutch nab Estonian in Megaupload case: prosecutors

Dutch police have arrested an Estonian man in connection with the Megaupload case into massive online piracy, Dutch prosecutors said Tuesday.

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Analysts: New software won't save Blackberry maker

In the trend-setting North American market, BlackBerry phones have gone from must-have messaging toys to outdated clunkers -all in the space of a few years. The new CEO of Research In Motion Ltd., the company behind the phones, ...

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created Jan 23, 2012 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (2) | comments 2