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Dell's software unit updates BYOD, IT consumerization strategies
Dell's software and services teams are moving full speed ahead on tackling BYOD and IT consumerization challenges while the PC maker figures out its future.
Want the most reliable Windows PC? Buy a Mac (or maybe a Dell)
A new report from Soluto uses data from its massive online database of PC crashes, hangs, and performance metrics to identify the 10 most reliable Windows PCs you can buy today. Surprisingly, a MacBook Pro is at the top of the list. Even more surprising is who's not included.
Post-PC era spooks Blackstone into dropping Dell bid
Blackstone said the collapse in PC sales was enough to make it rethink its bid for Dell.
Blackstone drops out of the race to bid for Dell
Blackstone has withdrawn its plans to counteract a buyout offer for Dell, leaving the firm's fate in the hands of a rival firm and its founder.
Dell's new Latitude 3330: Making Common Core assessments a reality
Dell's new laptop for schools is slick. But what's much more interesting is how it envisions it being used to support the latest generation of student assessments.
Dell, Carl Icahn agree to ownership cap
Icahn last month submitted an alternative acquisition proposal that he said would be a better deal than the one Michael Dell and Silver Lake Partners had.
Dell introduces Latitude 3330 laptop for students and small businesses
The thin-and-light notebook offers Windows 8, Windows 7, and Ubuntu Linux OS options, and starts at $419.
Dell intros new SDN fabric for data economics, architectures
The most core objective for the new Dell Active Fabric solutions is to speed up transitions and deployments for converged, virtualized and private cloud environments.
Dell, Microsoft ink deal for Windows Embedded distribution
Dell will become a global distributor, outsource manufacturer and integrator for Windows Embedded products.
Dell now offering Ubuntu Linux OS as option for Alienware X51 gaming PC
Steam for Linux gets a big boost from a little desktop that starts at $599.
Where can you find a PC running Windows 7?
Some of my readers are complaining that they want to avoid Windows 8, but they can't find Windows 7 PCs. Really? I just surveyed the market and found plenty of Windows 7 choices. The secret is knowing where to look.
Michael Dell pens new memo with plan to all company employees
Topics addressed by the CEO include expanding business across developing markets, further investment in tablets, and hiring additional sales personnel.
Dell's directors forecast a grim future for the PC industry
A lengthy proxy statement submitted to the SEC by Dell's board of directors makes a forceful case for taking the company private. A Special Committee sees a gloomy future for the PC industry and even worse prospects if Dell tries to compete with more agile rivals.
Dell's latest SEC filing paints picture of CEO's future employment
Dell has filed a whopping 274-page outline and case for its shift to operating as a private company.
What will the new Dell look like?
Dell — #3 in PCs — is in play with three bids on the table to buy the company. What are the buyers planning to do?