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news.cnet.com - 10/31/2008

Apple hires top IBM chip designer and blade server guru

— news.cnet.com — Apple's decision to hire Mark Papermaster away from IBM could mean that its Xserve lineup is taking on a more prominent role. (Credit: Apple) Updated throughout at 4:55 p.m. PT with additional details and comment from IBM. One of IBM's top ... (more) Apple hires top IBM chip designer and blade server guru

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IBM Lotus Symphony

— symphony.lotus.com — Lotus Symphony has a slicker interface, uncluttered menus, and a number of user accessibility options that make it a more attractive option.... - ChannelWeb, Thursday June 12, 2008 In their review "Symphony Sings As Office Clone," the ChannelWeb Test ... (more) IBM Lotus Symphony

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Apple hires top IBM chip designer and blade server guru | Latest Apple Computer News - CNET News

— news.cnet.com — Updated throughout at 4:55 p.m. PT with additional details and comment from IBM. One of IBM's top chip executives has agreed to join Apple as a senior executive, but he might have to fight off his former employer first. Mark Papermaster, until ... (more) Apple hires top IBM chip designer and blade server guru ...

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