Date: Thu, 30 Aug 2001 16:14:33 -0600 From: IBM e-business and Software News Alert Subject: IBM e-business and Software News Alert, 2001 Issue 24 IBM e-business and Software News Alert 2001 Issue 24 31 August 2001 ---------------------------------------------------- Web Version of This Newsletter IBM* e-business and Software News Alert is on the Web at http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/ . ---------------------------------------------------- Subscription and Cancellation Instructions You are subscribed as deadmail . Subscription and cancellation instructions are at the end of this newsletter. ---------------------------------------------------- Top Stories in This Issue IBM Deploys Linux for Financial Services and Sports, and Adds Linux Security Offerings under "Linux" IBM WebSphere Commerce Suite is First to Support Linux on Mainframe Systems under "e-commerce" IBM xSP Prime Program Extends and Rebrands Service Provider Initiative under "Service Provider Solutions" Lotus LearningSpace 5.0 Combines Self-Paced, Collaborative, and Real-Time e-learning under "Distributed Learning / Learning Systems" ---------------------------------------------------- Linux ----- IBM Deploys Linux for Financial Services and Sports, and Adds Linux Security Offerings http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/lxovu/ IBM is working with the financial services and sports industries to move key applications to Linux**. Also, new IBM Linux security offerings meet the demands of financial services customers, and two new Linux-based IBM eServer* systems meet the space requirements and power demands of the telecommunications industry. (Also see next item) Securities Industry Automation Corp. Shifts Key Application to Linux on IBM eServer Mainframe http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/lxsia/ The Securities Industry Automation Corp. is moving its ARTMAIL application to Linux. ARTMAIL, which includes IBM software, gives stockbrokers daily activity reports about their trades. ARTMAIL was ported from Sun SPARC** servers to an IBM eServer zSeries* mainframe running Linux virtual servers. Tivoli Extends Linux Support to Its Security and Web Management Software http://www.tivoli.com/news/press/pressreleases/en/2001/0828_linux.html Tivoli is extending its support for Linux to its security and Web management software. Tivoli now supports Linux in many of its e-business infrastructure management solutions, including security, storage, performance, availability, configuration, and operations. See a list of Tivoli products that support Linux at http://www.tivoli.com/products/linux/ . Updated IBM Software for Linux Web Site Affirms that Linux is Ready for e-business http://www.ibm.com/software/info/linux/news1/ IBM's updated Linux software Web site (ibm.com/linux/software) affirms that Linux is ready for e-business. The updated site features more Linux applications, examples of real customers using real business applications, the IBM Software Solutions Guide for Linux, and more. (Also see next item) In IBM's New Software Solutions Guide for Linux, See How Linux is Ready for e-business http://www.ibm.com/linux/software/pdf/sw_solution_guide.pdf (requires Adobe Acrobat** Reader 4.0) The new, 16-page IBM Software Solutions Guide for Linux describes IBM software available for Linux, along with example Linux applications from ISVs such as SAP and ACCPAC, and example Linux customer references from Korean Air and Future Cellular. US Open Serves Up Web Pages with Linux and IBM http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/usopn/ The official Web site of the US Open Tennis Tournament is using Linux to handle site traffic. Linux and AIX*, running on IBM eServer systems, provide the required flexibility, reliability, and scalability. The Linux servers are clustered using IBM Cluster Systems Management software, similar to IBM Linux supercomputers installed worldwide. IBM Gives Colorado State University $21.6 Million Mainframe System, Enabling Students to Use Linux http://www.colostate.edu/Depts/PR/releases/ibm_21.6_million.html (uppercase required as shown) IBM will give Colorado State University a mainframe system valued at $21.6 million to make the university a national technology hub. The mainframe will be partitioned into thousands of virtual, stand-alone servers. Every student will have a personal Linux server, and multiple servers will be connected so that students can get hands-on training in network systems management. Turbolinux Releases z/Linux 6.5 for IBM eServer zSeries and S/390 Mainframe Computers http://www.turbolinux.com/news/pr/010822.html Turbolinux has released its z/Linux** 6.5 for IBM eServer zSeries and S/390* mainframe servers, combining the uptime of Linux with the management, monitoring, and control in z/VM* that far exceeds any operating environment found on distributed systems. Enterprises can reap huge cost savings from consolidating dozens of servers into one. Linux Glossary for Windows Users http://www.ibm.com/developerworks/linux/library/l-gloss/?open&l=swalert,t=nl A new Linux glossary for Windows** users explains 175 terms, acronyms, and abbreviations common to Linux. The glossary also links to many other sources of terminology. IBM Research Demonstrates Linux on IBM 4758 Secure Cryptographic Processor http://www.ibm.com/research/resources/news/20010828_mycroft.shtml IBM Research has demonstrated Linux running on the IBM 4758 secure cryptographic processor, which handles electronic coupon dispensing, Internet postage meters, signatures for digital documents, and intellectual property protection. Compared to the CP/Q operating system, Linux makes it easier to migrate applications to the secure environment. From DominoPower: "IBM is Giving Peace, Love, and Linux a Chance" http://dominopower.com/issues/issue200108/interview0801001.html In an interview with DominoPower magazine, IBM's director of Linux solutions marketing says that, because Linux is open-source, it can go onto the entire IBM eServer line. IBM wants to be relevant in Linux with hardware, software, and services -- the whole infrastructure. For IBM, Linux has become a kind of rallying point. e-commerce ---------- IBM WebSphere Commerce Suite is First to Support Linux on Mainframe Systems http://www.ibm.com/software/webservers/commerce/wcslinux_press.html IBM WebSphere* Commerce Suite V5.1, now available on Linux for the IBM eServer zSeries, is the industry's first e-commerce offering for enterprises running Linux. WebSphere Commerce Suite, Pro Edition for Linux for IBM eServer z900 and S/390, V5.1, supports global, multicultural e-commerce and mobile computing. Barclays Chooses IBM for e-business Enablement http://www.ibm.com/uk/news/uk546.html Barclays Bank has committed to using IBM software to build its e-business infrastructure. The bank will use IBM middleware - Lotus, Tivoli, DB2*, and the WebSphere platform -- to implement business Internet banking, and new delivery platforms in Barclays European businesses. Service Provider Solutions -------------------------- IBM xSP Prime Program Extends and Rebrands Service Provider Initiative http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/xsppr/ The IBM xSP Prime* program extends and rebrands IBM's current service provider initiative, ASP Prime*, targeting a wider spectrum such as Web hosters, Internet data centers, and storage providers. Offerings include business design workshops, financial modeling tools, technical strategy workshops, and xSP Prime online. Distributed Learning / Learning Services ---------------------------------------- Lotus LearningSpace 5.0 Combines Self-Paced, Collaborative, and Real-Time e-learning http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/lsp50/ The Lotus LearningSpace** 5.0 e-learning platform offers a redesigned, customizable student interface; new collaboration features; enhanced performance and scalability; new integration tools; and better integration with Lotus Domino**. It combines self-paced, collaborative, and real- time e-learning capabilities in a single platform. (Also see next item) Lotus LearningSpace 5.0 Brings e-Learning to New Levels: Interview with Mindspan Solutions Director http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/msdir/ IBM's director of Mindspan Solutions discusses new features in Lotus LearningSpace 5.0, including customizability, a Java**-based client, easier document sharing, and the enhanced user interface. He highlights the support and delivery of live, collaborative, and online content in V5.0. Mobile Computing Gets A-Plus as Schools Flock to IBM for Wireless ThinkPad Computers for Students http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/tpdap/ Students at nearly two dozen schools of higher education will use wireless IBM ThinkPad* systems when school resumes. The wireless adoption enables student collaboration, more student-to-teacher communications using e-mail, and more independent research and customized course work. Security / Privacy ------------------ IBM B2B Security Initiatives Focus on Identrus Standard for e-commerce and User Authentication http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/secin/ New IBM security initiatives focus on Identrus, the standard for B2B e-commerce trust and user authentication. IBM will open an "Identrus Ready" applications testing laboratory, offer "Identrus Compliant" products, and provide consulting services. Also, IBM WebSphere e-infrastructure software, DB2 Universal Database, and IBM eServer hardware are now Identrus Compliant. Tivoli Intrusion Manager 3.7 Enables Effective Security Management http://www.ibm.com/ibmlink/usalets&parms=H_201-241 (uppercase required as shown) Tivoli Intrusion Manager 3.7, an entry-level security product, enables quick implementation of a solution to mitigate and manage intrusions, and to protect networks and Web servers. It offers a single event and problem management screen monitors events on up to 20 systems; advanced event correlation; and reporting / analysis. IBM Systems Journal Focuses on End-to-End Security http://www.ibm.com/research/journal/sj40-3.html Volume 40, Issue 3 of the IBM Systems Journal contains nine papers about end-to-end security, including methods for authenticating valid users; secure software, hardware, and architecture; and how to prevent, or at least to detect, intruders. Customer Relationship Management -------------------------------- Siebel e-business Applications Available across Entire IBM eServer Product Line http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/sbleb/ Siebel Systems' eBusiness Applications** are now available for the IBM eServer iSeries*. This makes Siebel's applications available across the entire IBM eServer product line, allowing companies of all sizes to use a single source of customer information to enhance customer service across multiple channels. Business Intelligence / Data Warehousing ---------------------------------------- IBM Data Warehousing Initiative Enables Migrating NCR Teradata Users to DB2 http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/ncrwh/ IBM is extending its DB2Now! program to enable the migration of existing Teradata** customers to an IBM DB2 data warehouse. The DB2 Now! Teradata conversion program offers a complimentary, two-day migration study that provides a functionality comparison, an overview of the migration process, and a savings estimate. Raley's Supermarkets Chooses IBM Data Warehouse Technology for Next-Generation e-business http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/rlywh/ The Raley's supermarket chain expects to save US$3 million in five years from migrating its data warehouse from NCR Teradata to IBM DB2 on the IBM eServer zSeries platform. Raley's data warehouse also uses the IBM TotalStorage* Enterprise Storage Server*, Tivoli Storage Manager**, and IBM WebSphere Application Server for development. Application Development / Java ------------------------------ DOWNLOAD: IBM WebSphere Studio Entry Edition V4.0 http://www.ibm.com/software/webservers/studio/download.html Download IBM WebSphere Studio Entry Edition V4.0, with new features that include support for JSP 1.1 and Servlet 2.2, the IBM WebSphere Everyplace Suite Systems Development Kit, improved support for pervasive devices, and VisualAge* for Java Professional Edition V4.0. New IBM WebSphere Developer Domain Zone Offers Best Practices for Programming in WebSphere http://www.ibm.com/websphere/developer/zones/bp/ The IBM WebSphere Developer Domain's new Best Practices zone offers proven programming techniques for WebSphere Application Server. Later, the zone will expand to cover server administration, performance, security, planning, and other aspects of Web site development. IBM Patterns for e-business: Navigating You to a New Generation of e-business Applications http://www.ibm.com/developerworks/patterns/ A new topic on IBM developerWorks* covers Patterns for e-business, a group of reusable assets that can speed the process of developing applications. The site breaks down these assets into business patterns, application and runtime topologies, product mappings, and guidelines. Fly-on-the-Wall Technique: An Unobtrusive and Inexpensive Way to Collect Valid Customer Data http://www.ibm.com/developerworks/usability/library/us-fly.html The Fly-on-the-Wall (FOTW) technique is an unobtrusive, low-cost, low-overhead way to collect timely, valid data about customer needs and priorities. Compared to focus groups, FOTW offers faster setup, data collection, and processing. Voice Systems ------------- IBM ViaVoice Release 9 Comes in Four Editions for Every Level of User http://www.ibm.com/software/speech/desktop/w9.html IBM ViaVoice* for Windows Release 9 comes in four editions -- Pro USB, Advanced, Standard, and Personal -- designed to appeal to every level of user, from beginners to power users. Release 9 reflects three decades of IBM computer voice recognition research and development. Data, Content, and Knowledge Management --------------------------------------- IBM Content Manager CommonStore for Exchange Server V7.2 Supports e-mail Archive, Retrieval http://www.ibm.com/ibmlink/usalets&parms=H_201-242 (uppercase required as shown) IBM Content Manager* CommonStore for Exchange** Server provides an archive management system for accessing and retrieving e-mail messages and attachments that were archived from Microsoft Exchange 2000 servers and Outlook** 2000. IBM Content Connector for Panagon Image Services V7.1 Simplifies Enterprise Content Access http://www.ibm.com/ibmlink/usalets&parms=H_201-245 (uppercase required as shown) IBM Content Connector for Panagon Image Services V7.1 enables IBM Enterprise Information Portal (EIP) users to access the contents of FileNET Panagon Image Services servers and IBM Content Manager repositories. It simplifies searches by correlating disparate attributes into common search criteria. DB2 V7.2 a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner; DB2 Family Has 12 Windows 2000 Server Certifications http://www.ibm.com/software/data/db2/udb/udb-nt/windows2000/ IBM DB2 V7.2 has gained Microsoft Gold Certified Partner membership, and the DB2 V7.2 product family has earned 12 Windows 2000** Server logo certifications. DB2 Universal Database has passed a controlled, independently verified testing process to take maximum advantage of Windows 2000. Lotus On-Demand Webcast: Expertlink - Lotus' Own Knowledge Management Solution http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/exlnk/ View an on-demand Web broadcast about Expertlink, Lotus' own knowledge management (KM) solution. Expertlink, based on Lotus KM products, has enhanced Lotus' efficiency in answering product- related questions, cutting average response time from weeks to days. It is also a showcase of how Lotus benefits from using its own products. Computerworld: IBM Enlists ISVs in War against Oracle http://www.computerworld.com/storyba/0,4125,NAV47_STO63350,00.html (uppercase required as shown) Computerworld says "Strategic alliances with independent software vendors (ISVs) have proved to be a successful way for IBM to gain new customers for its DB2 database software. ... Studies by industry analysts also point to a direct link between Oracle's worsening relationship with various ISVs and the changing fortunes of DB2." Technology Management --------------------- Tivoli Manager for IBM MQSeries V2R4 Manages MQSeries across Host and Distributed Environments http://www.ibm.com/ibmlink/usalets&parms=H_201-243 (uppercase required as shown) Tivoli Manager for IBM MQSeries* lets you install, configure, and administer multiple MQSeries objects from one location. V2R4 manages MQSeries V5.2 in distributed, OS/400*, and OS/390* host environments, and supports Windows 2000. Tivoli Certifies Brocade and IBM Storage Networking Infrastructure as Tivoli Ready http://www.tivoli.com/news/press/pressreleases/en/2001/0828_brocade.html Tivoli has certified the Brocade SilkWorm** family of fabric switches, and the IBM storage area network (SAN) Fibre Channel Switches produced by Brocade, as Tivoli Ready*. With Brocade fabric switches, users can connect servers with storage devices through a SAN, creating a reliable, manageable environment for storage applications. Tivoli, F5 Networks to Offer e-business Infrastructure Management in Asia / Pacific http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/tivf5/ (URL redirects to Internet Wire site) Tivoli and F5 Networks will deliver e-business infrastructure management offerings throughout Asia / Pacific, including security, performance, availability, intelligent traffic and content management, and load balancing for IP networks. Tivoli Security Management Software Takes Top Honors in VARBusiness Annual Report Card Survey http://www.tivoli.com/news/press/pressreleases/en/2001/0829_varbusi_award.html Tivoli has won first place in the Security Management Software category in the VARBusiness 16th Annual Report Card survey of more than 5,000 solution providers. Tivoli also placed first in the support subcategory, and tied for first place in the product / pricing subcategory. Enterprise Portals ------------------ IBM, Atomica Deliver Context-Specific Answers to Users of IBM WebSphere Portal Server http://www.atomica.com/press_rel/2001_08_27_ibmwebsphere.html IBM and Atomica offer the Atomica Enterprise** portlet solution as an answer delivery platform for users of IBM WebSphere Portal Server. When combined with Atomica's Topic Warehouse solution, every word and phrase in the IBM portal becomes a link to context-sensitive information from any source, whether company-internal or external. e-business Software Platforms ----------------------------- IDC's Latest Software Market Study Finds IBM WebSphere Number 1 in Asia / Pacific http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/ws1ap/ (URL redirects to Internet Wire site) In its latest software market study, IDC says IBM WebSphere leads the Asia / Pacific application server software platform (ASSP) market in share and growth. IBM soared to a 19.1 percent share in 2000. With a 258 percent growth rate in 2000, WebSphere far outperformed the industry. IBM Launches On-Demand Webcast Series about IBM WebSphere Software Platform http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/wldwc/ (URL redirects to Internet Wire site) Using the ITworld.com broadband content delivery platform, IBM has launched an on-demand series of Web broadcasts about the IBM WebSphere software platform and the WebSphere developer solution. WebSphere is e-infrastructure software for developing, deploying, and integrating next-generation, e-business applications. For Business Partners --------------------- New Benefits in IBM PartnerWorld for Software for Advanced and Premier Level Business Partners http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/pwsfw/ (URL redirects to Internet Wire site) In IBM's PartnerWorld* for Software program for 2002, Advanced and Premier level Business Partners will gain new benefits such as an IBM sales contact, and technical and sales mentoring. IBM will also increase support for skills enablement. Storage Solutions ----------------- IDC Report: IBM "Brings the Mountain to Mohammed" with TotalStorage Solution Centers http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/mohmd/ (URL redirects to Internet Wire site) A new IDC report, "Bringing the Mountain to Mohammed: IBM's TSSCs One Year Later", says IBM is primed to retake the lead in the networked storage arena with its TotalStorage Solution Centers (TSSCs) program for channel partners. The centers allow Business Partners to demonstrate the value of IBM storage networking solutions. IBM Enterprise Storage Server Exceeds Xand Corporation's Data Storage Demands http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/xndds/ (URL redirects to Internet Wire site) Service provider Xand Corp. has selected the IBM TotalStorage Enterprise Storage Server to replace its EMC system. Xand tapped IBM to implement a storage area network (SAN), optimized to scale and support thousands of users. With IBM's SAN, Xand has a separate, high-speed network to manage and protect its customers' data. Indiana University Brings Ancient Cities "Back to Life" Using IBM High Performance Storage System http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/oldss/ (URL redirects to Internet Wire site) Threatened archaeological sites will come "back to life" in a digital preservation project at Indiana University that uses IBM's High Performance Storage System* (HPSS). With HPSS, researchers can collaborate from anywhere, and create digital libraries with rapid access to scientific data, experimental findings, books, or illustrations. Life Sciences ------------- IBM, Oak Ridge National Laboratory Pool Talents to Examine Diseases http://www.ibm.com/solutions/lifesciences/ornl.html Massive computing power and biology are coming together in a big way as IBM and the Oak Ridge National Laboratory pool their talents. IBM's Blue Gene research project will help to study climate, advance the field of nanotechnology, and gain a better understanding of gene sequences and how protein folding relates to diseases. IBM Life Sciences Executive Discusses Convergence of IT and Biology http://www2.frost.com/prod/news.nsf/LuPages/HCDDT-ibm/ (uppercase required as shown) In an interview with Frost and Sullivan, IBM's vice president of Life Sciences solutions discusses the explosive growth ahead for life sciences, and the roles of data gathering, computational challenges, and open standards in the current convergence of IT and biology. Consulting Services ------------------- Port of Seattle Taps IBM as Its e-business Technology Consultant http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/seatc/ The Port of Seattle has named IBM its technology consultant to help in integrating e-business strategy and technology across the city's seaport and airport. The Port of Seattle will work with IBM on everything from information architecture that supports new services, to developing and implementing Web-based products. Everywhere Computing -------------------- Learn about IBM Pervasive Technologies at developerWorks Event, 11 September in Seattle http://www.ibm.com/developerworks/offers/events/?l=swalert,t=nl At IBM's developerWorks* event on 11 September in Seattle, learn about IBM's Pervasive Computing Advanced Technology Laboratory. The lab's founder will present pervasive technologies that integrate open, standards-based applications into everyday life. Connect with other developers for a night of free education, entertainment, food, and drink. Industry Solutions ------------------ IBM, Dassault Systemes Boost Computer-Aided Design Program at California State University Northridge http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/csunr/ IBM and Dassault Systemes are providing a significant investment in CATIA** Solutions software and services to boost the development of a computer-aided design software curriculum at California State University in Northridge. The unique training program has seen an overwhelming demand from students and working professionals. Supply Chain Management ----------------------- Executive Seminar Series about Private Trading Exchanges Visits Three US, UK Cities in September http://www.qad.com/events/200109_seminarform.htm Learn all about private trading exchanges in a complimentary, half-day executive seminar from IBM and QAD in Atlanta, Boston, and Warwick UK during September. Hear why private trading exchanges are a strategic solution, and see private trading exchange solutions in action. Operating Systems ----------------- Get the Lowdown about IBM Project Regatta, the Upcoming POWER4 UNIX Server http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/pseries/projectregatta/missionindex.html Get the lowdown about IBM Project Regatta, the upcoming POWER4 UNIX** server. Join Agent Delta-3 as he uncovers the mighty server that will run IBM AIX* 5L. View the movies or read the screenplays. Research Firm Gives IBM AIX 5L High Ratings as an Operating System for Emerging e-Infrastructures http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/aixhr/ Research firm Andrews Consulting Group says AIX* 5L, IBM's UNIX** operating system, leads in crucial areas such as partitioning and price / performance. The firm says new features in AIX 5L reflect IBM's understanding of how IT infrastructures will evolve into e-infrastructures during the next several years. Consultant White Paper: "IBM AIX 5L, Examination of a Next-Generation UNIX Operating System" http://www.ibm.com/servers/aix/products/aixos/whitepapers/aix_examination.html In a new white paper, Andrews Consulting Group says "As a strategic embodiment of IBM's e-infrastructure philosophy, AIX 5L offers UNIX customers a robust platform for database, transaction, and application server deployments". Read the full paper. e-business Hosting Services --------------------------- IBM e-business Hosting Seminar, 11 September in San Jose http://www.ibm.com/services/webhosting/sanjose_event.html Come to IBM's e-business hosting seminar on 11 September in San Jose to score a hole-in-one with improved e-business performance. Hear about new technologies and trends, IBM e-business hosting, and IBM sports marketing. Then, take advantage of SwingCam technologies to improve your golf swing. IBM Wins Web Hosting Magazine's "Best Hosts" Award http://www.ibm.com/services/pressrel/pressrel_167945.html IBM has won a Best Hosts award from Web Hosting magazine, for "evidence of financial stability, positive and well-managed growth, competitive range of services, industry reputation, and management enthusiasm". IBM was singled out for its Web hosting solutions. Collaboration ------------- Lotus iNotes Web Access Complements Lotus Notes, and Offers Significant Business Advantages http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/intwa/ A Lotus manager explains why Lotus' latest Web client offering, iNotes Web Access**, offers significant business advantages; how it complements the existing Lotus Notes** client; and why it offers what the competition cannot. SPX Re-Engineers with Lotus Knowledge Management Portfolio http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/spcar/ Lotus Knowledge Management products enable SPX Corp. to transform its operations. The Lotus CEO Business Collaboration Bundle includes tools for greater collaboration and efficiency. Employees share presentation slides during teleconferences using Lotus Sametime**. Others swap project documentation with Lotus QuickPlace**. Smart Business Magazine: Lotus Tools Help General Electric in "a Myriad of Ways" http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/smbmg/ (URL redirects to Smart Business site) In its list of the latest Smart Business 50 -- companies that have embraced the Net to expand and enhance their business -- Smart Business magazine says "General Electric has turned the Internet inward to use it as a powerful collaboration platform". GE "has made a huge commitment" to Lotus QuickPlace and Sametime, which "streamline the company's communication in myriad ways". Lotus QuickPlace Sets Up Virtual Work Sites to Give Campers a Worldwide Experience http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/qpvws/ At the recent Camp EXITE! (Exploring Interests in Technology and Engineering), 600 middle-school girls from 21 locations worldwide used Lotus QuickPlace to collaborate. The young women worked on activities as diverse as Web page and computer chip design, and shared experiences by posting their results in QuickPlace sites. IBM eServer ----------- IBM eServer iSeries V5R1 Software Components Enhanced http://www.ibm.com/ibmlink/usalets&parms=H_201-237 (uppercase required as shown) Several V5R1 software components for the IBM eServer iSeries have been enhanced, including OS/400, Connect for IBM eServer iSeries, HTTP Server for iSeries, and Domino for iSeries. Also, Extreme Support Personalized simplifies fix maintenance assistance, helps in calculating your need for more disk drives, and improves PM/400e and Web registration for support functions. Oak Ridge National Lab Selects IBM eServer POWER4 Supercomputer for Global Warming Research http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/gwarm/ Oak Ridge National Laboratory will install an IBM eServer supercomputer for research in global warming. The machine will use IBM eServer POWER4 technology to achieve a peak performance of four trillion calculations per second. ibm.com Commerce ---------------- IBM DB2 Universal Developer's Edition Offered at Half Price through 29 November http://www.ibm.com/shop/db2ude (no final slash) Explore IBM DB2 V7.2 at half price when you purchase the DB2 UDB Universal Developer's Edition V7.2 at ibm.com by 29 November. DB2 UDE lets you evaluate, develop, and test e-business solutions on the whole family of DB2 server products and related tools. (Offer good in US only.) Consumer and Home Products -------------------------- IBM Launches New Logo for Consumer Products, Starting with NINTENDO GAMECUBE http://www.ibm.com/news/us/2001/08/23.html IBM will complement its global brand with a new logo for consumer electronics devices that use IBM technology. The upcoming NINTENDO GAMECUBE** will be the first to carry the logo on its external packaging, followed by a host of other electronic devices made by companies that purchase technology or intellectual property from IBM. General News ------------ eWeek: IBM Software Chief Tells How IBM Minimizes Risk in Software Implementation http://www.zdnet.com/eweek/stories/general/0,11011,2807750,00.html In an eWeek interview, IBM Software chief Steve Mills says that, to minimize the risk of software implementation, IBM encourages customers to do benchmarks, and dedicates people to assist. Also, IBM brings the right resources to bear -- 25,000 technical people, including 6,000 in the field. From CNET News.com: IBM's Big Thinker http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010831/iwbbt/ (URL redirects to CNET News.com site) In an interview with CNET News.com, IBM's Dr. Irving Wladawsky-Berger expounds on IBM research, open source, e-infrastructure, Linux, Web services, grid computing, and the big picture five years from now. ---------------------------------------------------- The IBM eServer brand consists of the established IBM e-business logo with the descriptive term "server" following it. 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