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Australian businesses are doubling the size of their data storage networks at least every 18 months, despite a global IT industry slump, says storage executive Robin Purohit.
Two makers of backup software are dealing with security holes that could let an outsider hijack customers' systems.
Data availability software specialists, VERITAS, announced in Sydney recently the extension of support for its data protection software for Network Attached Storage (NAS) and instant messaging appliances to more platforms.
Veritas is pondering significant changes to its software licensing strategy that may include the addition of pricing schemes geared to the Asia Pacific market.
Symantec says it could take a year for it to work out how much to charge for its expanded portfolio.
The storage giant has appointed a new managing director for Australia and New Zealand following Steve Redman's promotion to a senior, Asia-Pacific role.
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When security giant Symantec bought storage specialist Veritas two years ago, the US$13.5 billion deal was a massive beacon pointing to technological convergence.
Symantec's decision to merge with Veritas two years ago may have been unexpected, but the strategy has been ratified, and Symantec has had "great fun" watching other players in the industry follow its lead.
Veritas Software stepped further into the emerging market for utility computing applications on Tuesday, releasing several products designed to help businesses keep better track of IT resources.
Faced with muted enthusiasm from investors, Symantec and Veritas outlined their case to shareholders on Wednesday over the benefits of their pending US$13.5 billion merger that will marry the security giant and a leading storage company.
A security flaw in a Veritas Software backup tool is being exploited to attack corporate systems, the US watchdog for Internet threats has warned.
Symantec is intent on making more strategic acquisitions this year and will follow its Veritas Software buy with a large deal approximately every 18 months, a top company executive said.
A senior Veritas Software executive has given strong indication that its products and accompanying brands should remain intact despite an impending change in ownership.
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