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TechRepublic Member | June 14, 2011

US taps IT and consumers to solve the 21st century energy challenge

The U.S. is attacking the problem of its outdated power grid with new vigor. Here is my summary of the Obama administration's plans and the initiative's two biggest obstacles. Read more

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Improve Power and Cooling Efficiency in the Data Center

Learn how HP's Data Center Smart Grid can improve power and cooling efficiency. Smart Grid's holistic approach to power and cooling will help reduce energy consumption, reclaim unused capacity, and extend the life of your data center.


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Is Apple really using Windows Azure to power iCloud?

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HP reportedly developing NFC-enabled tablets, smartphones

Near field communication (NFC) is becoming the hottest and most buzz-worthy feature on mobile devices this year, and apparently Hewlett-Packard just can't resist the trend either. Read more

Apple sells unlocked iPhones in U.S.

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Google launches $280 million residential solar fund with SolarCity

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Apple expected to roll out refreshed Macbook Air before July

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Google gets ok to buy Nortel's patent arsenal; Countersuit fiesta on deck?

Google has reportedly received the go-ahead to buy the patent portfolio of Nortel Networks. The move could give Google some much needed intellectual property to defend Android better. Read more

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An exhaustive list of iOS 5 features

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