AMD Shifts CFO Rivet into Operations Management
Advanced Micro Devices said Thursday that chief financial officer Bob Rivet will be shifted to chief operations officer, and handle administrative duties as well.
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Microsoft Predicts Healthy Holidays, But Cuts Forecast
Microsoft's earnings were up 2 percent in the most recent quarter, the software giant announced Thursday. Operating income and revenue are expected to climb during the December quarter.
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Broadcasters Slam FCC White Spaces Report
The National Association of Broadcasters on Thursday accused the Federal Communications Commission of misinterpreting the data its engineers collected regarding the use of television white spaces.
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AMD Reports Narrower Loss
SAN FRANCISCO, Oct 16 (Reuters) - Advanced Micro Devices Inc's quarterly results bettered Wall Street targets on Thursday, and its shares rose 33 cents in after hours trading as the smaller rival to Intel Corp prepared to become two companies.
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YouTube Ads Will Take Years to Boost Google
YouTube will need at least two years to start making a meaningful contribution to parent Google's revenue, despite several advertising initiatives this month aimed at cashing in on its online video dominance.
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Google's Earnings Top Wall Street's Targets
Google's quarterly profit beat Wall Street targets, sending shares up 6 percent as the Internet search and advertising leader withstood deepening economic turmoil.
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Alleged Palin Hacker Pleads Innocent
David Kernell, who was accused of accessing Gov. Sarah Palin's email account without authorization, pleaded innocent to the charges on Wednesday.
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Is This Site Safe For Your Kids? CyberPatrol Knows
Have you ever glanced over your child's shoulder at the computer screen only to see a URL that seems… weird? a service from CyberPatrol, SiteCAT, allows you to check out the site link, plus add your own comments.
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Apple Invites Journalists to Notebook Launch
Apple has invited journalists to a press conference on Oct. 14, where new MacBooks are expected to be unveiled.
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OpenOffice 3.0 to Launch Oct. 13
OpenOffice.org will host a launch party in Paris on October 13 to celebrate the eighth anniversary of OpenOffice and the release of version 3.0. The goal? As always, provide a free, open-source alternative to Microsoft Office.
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