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DEFINITION: Also see DOS.PC-DOS (Personal Computer - Disk Operating System) was the first widely-installed operating system used in personal computers. It was developed for IBM by Bill Gates and his fledgling Microsoft Corporation for installation in IBM's first lines of PCs. Gates marketed an almost identical version of the operating system called MS-DOS (Microsoft - Disk Operating System). Most users of either  … 
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Analyst's take: Force.com application drives faster development
sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com
WHITE PAPER: Nucleus analyzed existing Force.com application deployments and found an average of 4.9 times faster development.  End customers, developers, and ISVs experience more rapid time to value, lower cost, and greater ongoing flexibility.
Posted: 21 Oct 2011 | Published: 18 Feb 2011

ComputerWeekly.com

App Compatibility in Windows 7 Migrations
sponsored by Quest Software, now a part of Dell
WHITE PAPER: The end of Windows XP support is drawing closer and many companies are scrambling to get their migration projects underway. This white paper examines common Windows 7 migration obstacles as well as tools that can help you execute this upgrade with ease.
Posted: 13 Jul 2012 | Published: 17 May 2013

Quest Software, now a part of Dell

AppSense and Windows 7 migrations with user virtualization
sponsored by AppSense
WHITE PAPER: This informative white paper takes an in-depth look at user virtualization, which manages user-specific information independent of the desktop to minimize the complexity of any desktop operating system migration.
Posted: 16 May 2013 | Published: 16 May 2013

AppSense

Assessing Your Organization's Readiness for Windows 7
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: There has been great interest in the subject of Windows 7 in recent months, perhaps most strongly from organizations that passed over Windows Vista and are looking at a migration from Windows XP.
Posted: 24 Feb 2010 | Published: 24 Feb 2010

Global Knowledge

Autodata Norge AS Success Story
sponsored by SUSE
WHITE PAPER: Access this case study to see how one organization chose to run mainframe workloads on Linux servers to create a more stable and flexible IT environment. Learn how your organization can reduce software and maintenance costs with Linux.
Posted: 12 Jun 2012 | Published: 12 Jun 2012

SUSE

Automated Build-to-Deploy for DevOps
sponsored by OpenMake Software
VIDEO: In this video, learn how a build and deploy operation that flexes with the speed of your business can decrease errors and bottlenecks, align operational tasks, centralize steps for building, testing, and deploying software, and more.
Posted: 14 Nov 2012 | Premiered: 07 Nov 2012

OpenMake Software

Backup Software: Nine Must-Ask Questions
sponsored by Iron Mountain
WHITE PAPER: Check out this white paper for 9 key questions to ask when shopping for backup software solutions. Learn how to accurately define your needs and expectations, and know what to look for to determine if a particular solution will meet them or not. Read on to learn more.
Posted: 24 Feb 2012 | Published: 24 Feb 2012

Iron Mountain

Agentless Application Virtualization: Enabling the Evolution of the Desktop
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: In this study, IDC analyst Michael Rose discusses how VMware ThinApp, an agentless virtualization solution, addresses the challenges of desktop computing. Read this paper to learn about the pros and cons of virtualized client computing.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 11 Dec 2008

VMware, Inc.

Agile Storage Infrastructure for Mainframe Environments
sponsored by Hitachi Data Systems
WHITE PAPER: The new Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform delivers the best performance and capacity combined with lowest power consumption and lower cooling requirements, consuming up to 40% less power than its predecessor. Learn more.
Posted: 01 Dec 2010 | Published: 01 Dec 2010

Hitachi Data Systems

Agile Testing Quadrants: Guiding Managers and Team in Test Strategies
sponsored by IBM
EGUIDE: Read this e-guide to discover why a testing taxonomy such as the Agile testing quadrants is an effective tool for software teams undertaking this task.
Posted: 27 Dec 2012 | Published: 27 Dec 2012

IBM

Altiris Management Solutions for PCs with Intel Centrino Pro or Intel vPro Processor Technology
sponsored by Intel Corporation
CASE STUDY: Reduce IT costs by significantly reducing deskside visits, enforcing compliance, and improving security. Learn how Intel Centrino Pro and Intel vPro processor technology allows administrators to lessen the complexity of IT services for end users.
Posted: 21 Nov 2007 | Published: 01 Nov 2007

Intel Corporation

An Introductory Breakdown of Trusted Computing
sponsored by Intel
TECHNICAL ARTICLE: This technical article provides an introduction to Trusted computing and its components, and is an comprehensive primer to IT departments evaluating security at the platform level.
Posted: 03 Dec 2009 | Published: 01 Dec 2008

Intel

Analyst Report: Forrester - Product innovation demands more flexible software delivery
sponsored by IBM
ANALYST REPORT: In September 2010, the IBM Corporation commissioned the Forrester Consulting group to conduct a study whose aim was to better understand the critical role software innovation plays in product development. Download the report to see the results.
Posted: 02 Sep 2011 | Published: 02 Sep 2011

IBM

Analyst: Gartner Report - Magic Quadrant for Integrated Quality Suite
sponsored by IBM
ANALYST REPORT: According to Gartner, vendors must demonstrate both "completeness of vision" and an "ability to execute" to be evaluated as a leader. Gartner's 2011 Magic Quadrant for Integrated Software Quality Suites evaluates IBM as a leader. Read the report to learn more.
Posted: 02 Sep 2011 | Published: 02 Sep 2011

IBM

Application Performance Management (APM) for TIBCO Users: Extending Visibility across Your TIBCO Infrastructure and Beyond
sponsored by SL Corporation
WHITE PAPER: TIBCO users may wish to expand IT monitoring and management beyond their TIBCO infrastructure.
Posted: 31 Oct 2008 | Published: 31 Oct 2008

SL Corporation

Applying Security Holistically from the Cloud
sponsored by CloudAccess
WHITE PAPER: Consult this informative white paper to learn how the paradigm has shifted to security that's developed, deployed and managed from the cloud. Learn how to implement a holistic security strategy to protect all data in the enterprise.
Posted: 05 Sep 2012 | Published: 05 Sep 2012

CloudAccess

Architecting Oracle VM Solution with Sun ZFS Storage Appliances and Sun Servers
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WHITE PAPER: With virtualization and its ability to install multiple operating systems (OSs) and run them independently on a single server, IT can effectively consolidate hundreds of servers while optimizing resources and simplifying the infrastructure. Read this paper to find out so much more.
Posted: 01 Oct 2010 | Published: 01 Sep 2010

Oracle Corporation

Are you Agile Enough?
sponsored by IBM
WEBCAST: If you are using Open Source, doing Agile but not able to consistently meet project goals, and aren't sure what tools you need -- check out how Rational Team Concert can help. See how Rational Team Concert automates core Agile practices -- like consistent team collaboration, rapid response to change, and frequent delivery of [...]
Posted: 09 Sep 2009 | Premiered: Sep 9, 2009

IBM

ASG's metaCMDB™ Master or "Citizen" CMDB Containing Critical Enterprise Configuration Information
sponsored by ASG Software Solutions
WHITE PAPER: The sound understanding and visibility of configuration information provided by ASG’s metaCMDB™ is critical for ITIL initiatives and business service management (BSM) implementations, service desk support, and the integration of disparate technologies. Read this paper to find out more.
Posted: 25 May 2010 | Published: 25 May 2010

ASG Software Solutions

Attachment Spam - The Latest Trend
sponsored by GFI Software
WHITE PAPER: This white paper explains what makes spam such an unbearable problem and how spamming tactics are evolving daily to beat anti-spam software.
Posted: 18 Mar 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2007

GFI Software

Auto-Snapshot Manager/ VMware® Edition: Automated, Integrated, And Scalable Protection Of Virtual Machines
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
PRODUCT LITERATURE: Auto-Snapshot Manager/VMware Edition (ASM/VE) is a unique and innovative data protection feature of the Dell EqualLogic™ PS Series iSCSI SAN that enables fast online backups and quick restores of VMware virtual machines and VMFS file systems.
Posted: 10 Nov 2008 | Published: 10 Nov 2008

Dell, Inc.

Automating Processes to Optimize a Windows 7 Deployment
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Microsoft Windows 7
WHITE PAPER: IDC estimates that the average cost of deployment activities is $527 per PC, but can go as high as $700 or more depending on the time spent by IT staff and users. Reducing the cost of deployment will significantly reduce the total cost of ownership—especially in combination with cost-saving features in Microsoft Windows 7.
Posted: 09 Mar 2011 | Published: 09 Mar 2011

Dell, Inc. and Microsoft Windows 7

Automating System i Message and Resource Management
sponsored by Help/Systems
WHITE PAPER: Automated, centralized message control and resource monitoring can help you manage your System i more easily and with fewer staff. This white paper describes some of the tasks you’ll face, some tips to help you get started, and the benefits of automating your system management with Robot/CONSOLE.
Posted: 25 May 2010 | Published: 25 May 2010

Help/Systems

Automating Your Code Review: Moving to a SaaS Model for Application Security
sponsored by Veracode, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Today’s application has become the enterprise’s ‘‘new perimeter’’. With better network‐level security technology hardening the network perimeter, malicious attackers are now focusing their efforts to strike at the least defended points ‐ the application. Read on to learn about automating code review for greater application security.
Posted: 07 Jun 2010 | Published: 10 Feb 2009

Veracode, Inc.

Avoiding the 8 common mistakes of Windows 7 migration
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Microsoft Windows 7
WHITE PAPER: More organizations are beginning to see a Windows 7 migration as an opportunity for significant performance and efficiency gains within their IT infrastructure. In addition, many are thinking about conducting a PC refresh along with their Windows 7 migration. Understand how you can be successful in this process now.
Posted: 09 Jun 2011 | Published: 09 Jun 2011

Dell, Inc. and Microsoft Windows 7
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PC-DOS DEFINITION (continued): …  DOS system have usually referred to their system as just DOS. Like MS-DOS, PC-DOS was (and still is) a non-graphical line-oriented command-driven operating system, with a relatively simple interface but not overly "friendly" user interface. Its prompt to enter a command looks like this: C:>The first Microsoft Windows operating system was really an application that ran on top of the MS-DOS operating system. Today, Windows operating systems continue to support DOS (or a DOS-like user interface) for special purposes by emulating the operating system. In the 1970s before the personal computer was … 
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