Cisco acquires sales automation software maker MaintenanceNet for $139 millionMaintenanceNet is known for its cloud-based service contract management platform that helps businesses spot new or lost service sales opportunities.July 7, 2015 by Natalie Gagliordi in Networking
Cisco, Microsoft expand networking partnershipThe companies plan to develop new capabilities that will enable IT to connect branch offices to Microsoft Azure Virtual WAN directly, using Cisco SD-WAN hosted in Azure.November 5, 2019 by Natalie Gagliordi in Networking
Play VideoHow 5G will impact the future of farmingZDNet caught up with Julian Sanchez, director of John Deere Technology Innovation Center, during CES 2018 to talk about how rural connectivity will impact the future of precision agriculture.February 1, 2018 by Natalie Gagliordi in Networking
Brocade buys Ruckus Wireless for $1.2 billionBrocade plans to use Ruckus to expand its networking portfolio overall but especially surrounding the growing demand for wireless internet access in large, public spaces.April 4, 2016 by Natalie Gagliordi in Networking
New York City subpoenas creator of text messaging codeCreator of mass text messaging system used to aid protesters during 2004 Republican National Convention is resisting releasing data on its users.(From The New York Times)March 30, 2008 by Natalie Gagliordi in Networking
Court stays FCC's new E911 standardsJudges cite "procedural irregularities" in putting a hold on order that would require carriers to provide more accurate data on the location of callers.(From Reuters)March 26, 2008 by Natalie Gagliordi in Networking
Google sees surge in Web use on hot mobile phonesGoogle has seen an acceleration of Internet activity among mobile phone users in recent months since the company introduced faster Web services on selected phone models. (From Reuters.)March 18, 2008 by Natalie Gagliordi in Networking
Technology Voters' Guide: John EdwardsFormer senator aims for universal broadband, supports Net neutrality, and pledges to "recharge" American innovation.Special coverage: Election 2008January 4, 2008 by Natalie Gagliordi in Networking
Technology Voters' Guide: Hillary ClintonShe supports tax incentives to extend broadband, wants open, unimpaired Internet access for all, and has serious concerns about Real ID.Special coverage: Election 2008January 2, 2008 by Natalie Gagliordi in Networking
US appeals court upholds FCC's net neutrality orderThe ruling caps off a years-long battle over net neutrality between ISPs, the FCC and even the administration of President Barack Obama.June 14, 2016 by Natalie Gagliordi in Networking