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The article looks at the business of the U.S. computer services provider International Business Machines (IBM) as of September 1971 with particular focus given to the value of its stock. Topics discussed include IBM's earnings, market share, and image among its shareholders. Also reviewed are the company's growth, competition with peripheral equipment and leasing companies, and the production of its computer series line 370. INSETS: The Successor;That IBM Mystique.

The article discusses modernization of the International Business Machines (IBM) i companies through refacing application. Among the topics explored include data entry applications, IBM I green-screen application, and JavaScript. It also mentions the steps for standard green-screen modernization. Also provided is information about different computer system acronyms including user interface (UI), text-based user interface (TUI), and character user interface (CUI).

The author reflects on International Business Machines Corp.'s new data center IBM Systems Director 6.3. He states that one can help a company grow from bottom line by adding the workload and optimizing the system. He further states that it provides the flexibility to choose the desired application which may fit in any business.

The article offers the author's insight on the aspects of International Business Machines (IBM) i security. The author discusses the creation process of authority and advantages of security profiles towards the protection of an object, which is a functional component and internal structure associated with every user profiles that contains data. It provides various commands on different security settings for different type of objects, and overviews on the development and features of i security.

Focuses on the use of the Activate NetServer User (ActNetUsr) utility in reenabling NetServer users. Ways provided by IBM to list disabled NetServer users; Procedures in executing the ActNetUsr utility; Features of the ActNetUsr utility.

Discusses the significance of the first disk drive introduced by IBM company in 1955. Features of the disk drives; Implication of random-access method of accounting and control (RAMAC) disk drive of IBM; History of RAMAC disk drive.

The article features several new server solutions from International Business Machines Corp. including the BladeCenter Foundation for Cloud (BCFC), IBM System x 3650 M4 server, and IBM System x iDataPlex dx360 M4.

The article evaluates IBM Intellistation M Pro 6219 and in-sync Blade 2.1 video editing equipment.

Provides information on SA-27E logic process by IBM Corp. which will accept dynamic random access macroprocessors. Features of the logic process; Basis of the technology.

Focuses on International Business Machines Corporation's (IBM) decision to widen the reach of its Windows-based WebSphere Web-application development system, adding different tools and Java integration, during September 1998. Who the system will be aimed at; When WebSphere Studio is due; Features of WebSphere Studio; Details on Version 1.1 of the WebSphere Application Server; Cost of WebSphere Studio; Contact point for further information.

Reports that the International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) will disclose plans to give its mainframe-based Customer Information Control System (CICS) Transaction Server 390 a major tune-up in 1999. Launch of BEA Systems Inc.'s Object Transaction Monitor; Revival of online transaction processing; IBM's plan to add functionality in its VisualAge development suite.

The article offers information on computer systems which are not detailed in International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) manuals. It states that receiver naming operates by saving attached journal receiver to the remote journal and restoring it to local journal. It says that jabber identifier (JID) is used by APYJRNCHG command in naming an object to be updated. Moreover, the disadvantage of integrated file system (IFS) is that it forces journaling of images which increases systems traffic.

The article deals with the move of IBM to introduce Virtual Fabric Architecture (VFA) to help increase speed and efficiency of data transfer across blade servers and networks. The VFA is a collection of interconnect technologies and management tools specifically developed for the BladeCenter H system. Services like Web 2.0 and online gaming require high-bandwidth interconnect technologies which the BladeCenter H can provide. Doug Balog, vice president and business line executive at IBM BladeCenter, said the company installed BladeCenter systems and maintained a durable infrastructure platform by delivering new technologies that remain compatible with the original design innovation of IBM.

The article presents updates on IBM computer products. The company has added several options to the Lotus software such as IBM Lotus CEO Communication, IBM Lotus Sometime and IBM Lotus Quickplace. It mentions that the clients who purchase a System i 520 Collaboration Edition will qualify for a 20% discount off the IBM Passport Advantage list price for select IBM Lotus software licenses. The IBM Lotus Sametime 7.5 offers usability improvements, including IM spell check and easier-to-schedule Web conferences.

The article provides information on several storage devices and systems that hold a first record in the computer storage industry. The IBM System Storage DS8000 Turbo is the first system to deliver 4 gigabit/second fiber connection support. The NetXen 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) Intelligent network interface card is the first dual-port 10GbE products top incorporate native PCI Express functionality. The Nimbus Data Systems Mysan is the first free Internet Small Computer Systems Interface target software for Microsoft Windows.

The article considers the various activities within IBM. The company has reduced the price of its Ultrium 3580 Tape Drive model L33 on June 13, 2006. An IBM Redbook, "WebSphere Application Server V6 for OS/400: A Guide to Getting Started," are made for people who are new to WebSphere. An IBM Redpaper Draft, "Tips and Techniques for Using TCP/IP on i5/OS," gives tips on how to improve network configuration.

The article presents updates on the IBM iSeries server management platform. Lawson's acquisition of Intentia will boost the sales of iSeries. Peter Small was hired by IBM to oversee System i sales with partners and independent software vendors. Microsoft bought Whale Communications, a provider of security products that support System i hardware.

The article deals with the views of several information technology managers that the seventh month of the release of V5R4, a version of IBM i5/OS operating system (OS), signals the appropriateness to upgrade computer systems. The elapsed time since the release of the OS was enough to remedy the bugs found on it. Independent consultant Jim Franz updated a client's system and disk space was the only problem he encountered. Programmer Jim Essinger had no problem upgrading to V5R4, though he had to contact IBM for information about a change he needed to make to the system.

The article focuses on "IBM i5/OS Operating System," a Gartner report about the state of the IBM iSeries in the market. The report can be used to explain the platform to the people who do not have background knowledge of System i. According to the reports author, Mary Hubley, that the market share of System i5 has declined despite its revival in 2005. In general, most businesses in Great Britain find System i5 highly reliable.

The article reports that IBM Corp. has announced a new BladeCenter HS21 blade server to reduce the power consumed by a rackful of blade servers. The server is based on 32bit low-power Core Duo Sossaman chip from Intel Corp. A chassis of 14 HS21 blades would use less than 2kw.

The article presents images and labels that illustrates how the atomic force microscope molecule-sorting and delivery technique of U.S.-based company IBM Corp. works.

Introduces the Sametime 7.5 computer system from IBM Corp., which features VoIP capabilities, new client interface and integration with public instant messaging clients such as AOL and Yahoo!.

The article states that International Business Machines Corp.'s (IBM) subsidiary Lotus is demonstrating its progress towards the next version of Notes--code named Hannover--and also to show off the first preview of the next Domino release. Both products are due to ship this year, and are billed as part of IBM's broader move towards composite applications and service-oriented architectures. The company also detailed a new version of Sametime, a tool that brought online chat to enterprises long before instant messaging (IM) became a phenomenon. Lotus said it would develop Sametime 7.5 to work with AOL, Yahoo and Google public IM networks.

This article presents tips for good health and beauty at every age. The Assistive Mouse Adapter from IBM is used by people with essential tremor or other tremor conditions such as Parkinson's disease to easily open an e-mail and navigate a Web site. To avoid getting sleepy after a meal, use whole-grain bread in turkey stuffings, opt for more fruit and vegetables instead of potatoes and gravy, and go for a walk outside after a meal to help digest the food. INSETS: Homemaking Hints;15-Minute Manicure.

The article discusses issues related to electronic data processing and multiplatform computer and networking systems. It recommends the use of Lexmark printers for their compatibility with IBM computers. It also recommends the replacement of a server with an IBM xSeries server running on Linux. It emphasizes the importance of addressing incompatibility with desktop upgrades and server upgrades.

The article presents questions and answers related to the iSeries platform and Robot products from IBM. One question deals with the deletion of a Robot/ALERT broadcast list which requires users to check Robot/ALERT's Message History report before deleting broadcast lists. Another question deals with the use of iSeries systems to complete a job on the local system.

The article presents an update on the services and products offered by IBM as of December 2005. The company decided to raise the prices on selected iSeries feature conventions on January 1, 2006. It is also planning to introduce a compact tape drive for the iSeries and pSeries. The company launched the new 3996 Optical Library which is available in three models.

The article reports on the growing popularity of the iSeries platform from IBM in the server market as of December 2005. There has been an increase in customers' interest in that software packages that run on the iSeries. The company has sold the iSeries platform to 3,000 customers in 2004. The company is anticipating and increase in iSeries customers in 2006.

The article reports that the i5/OS V5R4 to be launched in January 2006 will focus on the new systems agenda of IBM. The initiative is aimed at increasing integration on OS/400. International Business Machines is collaborating with Zend Corp. to provide the PHP computer program language on the iSeries platform.

The article reports on the launch of the new p5 servers by IBM in December 2005. The launch of the servers reflects the plans of the company for its iSeries platform. The server uses a POWER5 processor. Servers based on the enhanced POWER5+ include updated versions of the p5 520 and p5 550 servers.

The article deals with the computer hardware enhancements to be announced by IBM in 2006. The release of i5/OS and the new POWER5+ hardware is widely anticipated. The PCI Express technology of the company offers a faster interface. Since the technology will work only with new hardware, transition plan will be offered.

The article reports that International Business Machines Corp. is demonstrating a group of software products and services called the Public Image Monitoring Solution (PIMS). The products, which cobbled together can corral the explosion of Web data generated by e-mails, blogs, wikis, jams, news feeds, consumer review sites, and articles published daily. PIMS was designed with Nstein Technologies and Factiva. When used in the workplace, PIMS can constitute a hub of information, a root element of collaboration that can be extended in different ways throughout an organization. It also can be used to track the success of product introductions and marketing campaigns, as well as product improvements.

This article focuses on the Internet-based electronic options for business integration, networking, and host transaction processing. Over the last few years, the size of the WebSphere software portfolio has grown tremendously, leaving customers of International Business Machines Corp. confused about how the different technologies fit together, where they overlap, and which products match their specific needs. In this article, the author also describes the software in the sub-categories of WebSphere software. The business integration, networking, and host transaction processing products, suggestively, are not necessarily related. In the business integration category, three subcategories contain about 20 products. Each enables application integration and business process automation in some way. The subcategory, application connectivity, subcategory is not just for MQSeries, now called WebSphere MQ, but generally speaking provides message-oriented middleware solutions that enable event-driven synchronous and asynchronous messaging across applications. WebSphere Business Integration Adapters enable information exchange among enterprise resource planning, human resources, customer relationship management, and supply chain systems.

Evaluates the Western Digital 1200JB and the IBM Deskstar 120GXP hard drives. Comparison of the storage capacity of the hard drives; Competition in the 120 gigabytes category; Reliability of IBM drives.

Focuses on International Business Machines' (IBM) 120GXP hard drive. Sizes; How the drive stays on the ATA/100 interface; Company's release of a 60GB version of its Travelstar series for notebook computers and high-density server clusters.

Describes the T220, a flat panel monitor from International Business Machines (IBM). Size; Features; Possible uses, including assessing digital X-rays; Cost.

Reports the announcement of IBM Corp. on enhancements to its Shark storage system. Benefit of the enhancements to the company's mainframe and AS/400 customers; Overview of enhancements to the Shark storage system.

Discusses the disagreements between rival companies EMC Corp. and IBM Corp. concerning the competition between the IBM Shark storage system and Symmetrix from EMC. Actions taken by IBM to boost its data storage division; Market share of IBM as opposed to EMC; Price competition between Shark and Symmetrix.

Reports on the growing demand for flat panel monitors. Number of flat panels shipped in North America at the beginning of 2000; Drop in its prices; Factors attributed to its growing appeal or demand; Prices of IBM Corp. flat panels such as the T540 model.

Evaluates the Microdrive, a storage device from IBM Corp. Key features; Cost.

Presents information on IBM Corporation's Microdrive. Data storage capability; What the drive can do for handheld devices.

Evaluates the IBM T86A flat-panel computer monitor. Price; Advantages offered by the product; Viability of manufacturer International Business Machines Corp.'s cost-saving angle as a marketing strategy for the monitor.