[TechRepublic] Facebook headlines new mobile working group

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Editor's note It has been a busy few days on the tech circuit. Facebook has joined forces with the likes of Microsoft, Mozilla, Opera and Nokia to create a group focused on improving mobile browsers, Windows 8 and Visual Studio 11 betas appeared overnight, and 10,000 Raspberry Pis disappeared the moment they went on sale. If you were lucky enough to get your hands on a Pi, I'd love to hear from you. -- Chris Facebook headlines new mobile working group A new W3C community group focusing on mobile browsing has been formed, without any participation so far from Apple or Google. Read more Resource of the day Live Webcast: Fast and Efficient Business Security Strategies Check out this webcast to learn more about fast and efficient business security strategies. You're in the midst of an arms race, make sure you win it. AtG: did someone say launches? While Australia slept, the wraps came off a quartet of technologies; plus, we see when the NBN is heading your way. Read more Visual Studio 11 beta due on Feb 29 Developers will be able to get their hands on the next version of the venerable Visual Studio IDE next week. Read more BlackBerry Playbook 2.0 review After a long gestation, RIM has finally delivered the long-awaited 2.0 software update to its PlayBook line. Is it enough to turn the device's fortunes around? Read more Time zone database lawsuit dismissed The lawsuit that shut down the venerable time zone database, tz, which powered the majority of Unix-derived software across the globe, has been dismissed. Read more Additional TechRepublic resources   Windows 8 Consumer Preview embraces the KISS principle The Windows 8 Consumer Preview released February 29, 2012, is the new poster child for the keep it simple stupid philosophy. Read more 10 signs that you aren't cut out for IT IT pros often complain about the downsides of their jobs. But what if you really AREN'T meant for an IT career? Read more Introverts: Managing stress in an extroverted workplace For introverts, being around people for long periods of time is draining. Here are some tips for making the best of a work situation in which you're surrounded by extroverts. Read more The $35 Raspberry Pi computer goes on sale The first 10,000 low-cost Linux boards are expected to sell out almost immediately, with the device to become continously available from about April. Read more Windows 8 on ARM: What developers need to know Confused about what's happening with ARM devices when Windows 8 is released? You're not alone. Here are the facts from Microsoft. Read more Featured multimedia   First Look: Windows 8 Consumer Preview simple and slick The Windows 8 Consumer Preview is now available to everyone. TechRepublic downloaded and installed it and compiled this photo gallery first look at Microsoft's latest operating system. View on site IBM takes quantum computing to the next level IBM takes advantage of qubits which can potentially work on millions of computations at once - far outperforming a PC. View on site Featured Webcast Live Webcast: Build a Winning Business Case for a New Web Content Management Technology If your system for managing your web content is looking stale, now is the time to update it. Check out this webcast to learn more about updating your web content management system and what it can do for you. Today's recommended downloads Fundamental Principles of Network Security (APC by Schneider Electric) On-demand Webcast: Top Considerations for Effective Managed Security for Federal Agencies in 2012 (AT&T) Implementing energy-efficient data centers (APC by Schneider Electric) Get Ongoing Benefits from Server Virtualization (VMware) Rethink Your Storage With IBM (IBM) Connect with TechRepublic BlackBerry Playbook 2.0 review After a long gestation, RIM has finally delivered the long-awaited 2.0 software update to its PlayBook line. Is it enough to turn the device's fortunes around? TechRepublic newsletters   Get programming, mobile development, and design tips and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Software Engineer App Builder Web Designer IT Consultant

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[TechRepublic] Facebook headlines new mobile working group

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Editor's note It has been a busy few days on the tech circuit. Facebook has joined forces with the likes of Microsoft, Mozilla, Opera and Nokia to create a group focused on improving mobile browsers, Windows 8 and Visual Studio 11 betas appeared overnight, and 10,000 Raspberry Pis disappeared the moment they went on sale. If you were lucky enough to get your hands on a Pi, I'd love to hear from you. -- Chris Facebook headlines new mobile working group A new W3C community group focusing on mobile browsing has been formed, without any participation so far from Apple or Google. Read more Resource of the day On-demand Webcast: Top Considerations for Effective Managed Security for Federal Agencies in 2012 Register for this webcast, Top Considerations for Effective Managed Security for 2012 and Beyond, to learn more about what you can do to keep your network protected for years to come. AtG: did someone say launches? While Australia slept, the wraps came off a quartet of technologies; plus, we see when the NBN is heading your way. Read more Visual Studio 11 beta due on Feb 29 Developers will be able to get their hands on the next version of the venerable Visual Studio IDE next week. Read more BlackBerry Playbook 2.0 review After a long gestation, RIM has finally delivered the long-awaited 2.0 software update to its PlayBook line. Is it enough to turn the device's fortunes around? Read more Time zone database lawsuit dismissed The lawsuit that shut down the venerable time zone database, tz, which powered the majority of Unix-derived software across the globe, has been dismissed. Read more Additional TechRepublic resources   Windows 8 Consumer Preview embraces the KISS principle The Windows 8 Consumer Preview released February 29, 2012, is the new poster child for the keep it simple stupid philosophy. Read more 10 signs that you aren't cut out for IT IT pros often complain about the downsides of their jobs. But what if you really AREN'T meant for an IT career? Read more Introverts: Managing stress in an extroverted workplace For introverts, being around people for long periods of time is draining. Here are some tips for making the best of a work situation in which you're surrounded by extroverts. Read more The $35 Raspberry Pi computer goes on sale The first 10,000 low-cost Linux boards are expected to sell out almost immediately, with the device to become continously available from about April. Read more Windows 8 on ARM: What developers need to know Confused about what's happening with ARM devices when Windows 8 is released? You're not alone. Here are the facts from Microsoft. Read more Featured multimedia   First Look: Windows 8 Consumer Preview simple and slick The Windows 8 Consumer Preview is now available to everyone. TechRepublic downloaded and installed it and compiled this photo gallery first look at Microsoft's latest operating system. View on site IBM takes quantum computing to the next level IBM takes advantage of qubits which can potentially work on millions of computations at once - far outperforming a PC. View on site Featured Webcast Live Webcast: Build a Winning Business Case for a New Web Content Management Technology If your system for managing your web content is looking stale, now is the time to update it. Check out this webcast to learn more about updating your web content management system and what it can do for you. Today's recommended downloads GFI VIPRE Business Free Download (GFI Software) eBook "Real-World Virtualization for Your Business" (VMware) Preventing Data Corruption in the Event of an Extended Power Outage (APC by Schneider Electric) Look Beyond Traditional Solutions for Effective Disaster Planning (VMware) Rethink Your Storage With IBM (IBM) Connect with TechRepublic BlackBerry Playbook 2.0 review After a long gestation, RIM has finally delivered the long-awaited 2.0 software update to its PlayBook line. Is it enough to turn the device's fortunes around? TechRepublic newsletters   Get programming, mobile development, and design tips and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Software Engineer App Builder Web Designer IT Consultant

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