Articles in the Technology Category

Wins Across 9 Separate Categories for National Integrator NWN Bidding with Samsung Devices
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Posted in Technology on 11 February 2012

RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J., – Samsung Electronics America Inc., a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Corporation, today announced that reseller partner NWN Corporation, a national IT integrator formerly known as Western Blue, has been awarded the new printer contract by the State of California Department of General Services. The contract will provide new Samsung printers and offer [...]

Powering up the renewable energy revolution
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Posted in Technology on 9 February 2012

Renewable energy goes easy on the planet, comes without terrifying safety risks, and is by definition never-ending, so why are we not using it more of it? The EU wants renewable energies to account for 20% of Europe’s needs by 2020, but for this many obstacles still need to be overcome. A new study on [...]

Future for teacher employment
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Posted in Technology on 9 February 2012

Plans to support teachers to improve learning outcomes for children and young people have been announced. In response to the McCormac review of teaching employment, the Scottish Government intends to: create a new masters level qualification to replace the Chartered Teacher scheme introduce a refreshed system of professional review for teachers give further, careful consideration [...]

Digital infrastructure
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Posted in Technology on 8 February 2012

An additional £68 million for digital connectivity was announed in today’s Budget. Finance Secretary John Swinney said the investment was needed to support improvements in internet speeds, supporting economic growth. With £40 million of the funding being spent by Local Government, the remaining £28 million will be allocated by central Government. Altogether, more than £250 [...]

Sale of Grand Renaissance Dam bonds exceeds expectation
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Posted in Technology on 7 February 2012

The Development Bank of Ethiopia announced selling more than the projected amount of Grand Renaissance Dam bonds in the last two quarters, according to the bank’s six month report. The bank has estimated selling 600 million birr worth of bonds for the Grand Renaissance Dam in the last six months but actual sales exceeded one [...]

Nissan’s Bold New World Previewed At Geneva
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Posted in Technology on 7 February 2012

ROLLE, Switzerland – Four forward-looking concepts that underline its confidence for 2012 and beyond will take centre stage on the Nissan stand at the Geneva Motor Show (8-18 March). They will join a full complement of innovative models that demonstrate the strength and depth of Nissan’s diverse range… a range that has helped the company [...]

IBM Releases Free Internet Security Training Tools to Educate Students, Teachers and Parents on Digital Responsibility
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Posted in Technology on 7 February 2012

ARMONK, N.Y. -: IBM today announced that in conjunction with Safer Internet Day, (#SID2012) it will release free Internet safety training tools for students and have thousands of volunteers working to help raise awareness and educate students and businesses on Internet safety and digital responsibility. IBM is unveiling three free volunteer kits to better educate [...]

Tulip Telecom and IBM Build India’s Largest Data Center to Address Rapid Growth of Mobile Consumers in Emerging Markets
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Posted in Technology on 7 February 2012

Bangalore, India: – 900,000 square foot facility uses advanced green design for maximum efficiency – New IBM SmartCloud services allow Tulip to deliver Infrastructure, Storage and Platform-as-a-Service to customers – Modular Data Center design and high reliability supports up to 100 megawatts of power – Virtual tour takes you inside state-of-the-art facility IBM (NYSE: IBM) [...]

Canon U.S.A. Announces New PIXMA Printers With AirPrint Support
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Posted in Technology on 7 February 2012

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y.,– Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced AirPrint1 support in the PIXMA MX512 and MX432 Wireless2 Office All-In-One inkjet printers. AirPrint enables iPad, iPhone and iPod touch users to wirelessly print photos, email, web pages and documents without the need to install device drivers, saving time and enabling a [...]

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Posted in Technology on 7 February 2012

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y.,– Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced six PowerShot A-series digital cameras with improved operability that produce outstanding images and feature a high-quality, stylish re-design in a variety of fashionable colors. Canon’s PowerShot A-series models have been instrumental for entry-level users in learning the joys of photography and [...]