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Microsoft seeks China internet search partner: report (Reuters)

Reuters - Software giant Microsoft Corp is looking for a partner in China to help the company play a major role in China's internet search market, Wall Street Journal said.

VMware buys software makers Integrien, TriCipher (AP)

AP - VMware Inc., a maker of computer virtualization software, said Tuesday it has bought two smaller companies — Integrien and TriCipher.

iPad Gets AutoCAD Along With Mac (PC World)

PC World - Bringing AutoCAD software to Mac, iPhone and iPad might be a logical move for the company Autodesk, but it's an even bigger deal for Apple. The introduction of AutoCAD gives Apple's tablet a much-needed validation as a productivity tool as opposed to a toy for surfing the Web and playing games.

Intel Expands Beyond Processors with Buying Spree (PC World)

Blue Coat Systems taps Michael Borman as CEO (AP)

webOS 2.0 Will Switch Between Apps Using Cards (NewsFactor)

Plex media center software updates, adds iOS app (Macworld.com)

VMware buys software makers Integrien, TriCipher (AP)

SAN FRANCISCO – VMware Inc., a maker of computer virtualization software, said Tuesday it has bought two smaller companies — Integrien and TriCipher.Financial terms were not disclosed.Integrien makes performance analytics software and TriCipher's technology helps manage online logins and user authentications.VMware makes virtualization software that allows one computer to function as several, helping businesses cut costs by saving on energy and equipment.Both acquisitions are expected to close in the third quarter. VMware said it does not affect the deals to have a material effect on its 2010 expectations.VMware shares rose 27 cents to $78.63 in afternoon trading.

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