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November 1999 News

  • XML moves towards EDI
  • Linux gets serious
  • Pentium III is coming
  • MCI&EDS

XML moves towards EDI

Although still quite new, there is a set of XML specifications for conducting EDI over pubic networks. The initial uses for the new XML specifications will include procurement and requisition processes. Although lightweight it should cover all that is needed for the small users leaving the heavy-duty ANSI standard for the big boys.

Linux gets serious

Linux 2.2.0 kernel adds enterprise-critical SMP scalable capabilities to the already highly configurable, reliable operating system. The pricing is irresistable and the support is ubiquitious, no wonder that more and more corporations are getting interested. Despite its facilities it still shows its open-source pedigree. The installation requires UNIX skills, formal technical support is still evolving, systems management is basic and few SMP capable applications. It is however getting serious and should not be ignored.

Pentium III is coming

Q2, 1999 333-366MHz mobile Celeron
Q2, 1999 400-433MHz PII with 256kB L2 cache
Q3, 1999 400MHz mobile Celeron
Q4, 1999 400-600MHz Coppermine PIII with 100MHz bus
Q1, 2000 550-700MHz mobile PIII

MCI & EDS Outsourcing deal

MCI Worldcom and EDS have signed a 10-year $5bn deal. The deal will also change the structure of both companies. The MCI Systemhouse personnel will transfer into EDS whilst the EDS network personnel will transfer to Worldcom. Lets watch this space to see how it develops.

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