In Memoriam, Infoworld
Jim Forbes’ obit of Infoworld reminds us of the unique position Infoworld enjoyed in Silicon Valley. But the world of tech is going online, and so is Infoworld.
- Are You Ready for the TV Widget Revolution?
- Black Friday sales could propel web-connected TVs to mass market must-have, but widget developers should approach this new market with a few caveats in mind.
- Will Three Strikes Laws Take the Field in U.S. Copyright Ballgame?
- Events in Europe are adding impetus to the growing interest among U.S. regulators and even broadband service providers in subjecting Internet users to much closer scrutiny.
- Google Chrome OS: What to Expect
- With Chrome OS, Google has taken the step to merge its cloud app business with the browser. Here’s a look at what it is and what to expect in the months ahead.
writing that was pretty painful. And, I’m somewhat concerned that IDG may not realize that it has a great opportunity here to develop an online product that’s fun to read, has an edgy voice and is capable of surpassing InfoWorld in its prime. The reality is when a pub goes web-only, it trims staff to the popint of no return. Using savings to staff up for a web-only product makes more sense. If you’re going to go out, go out in style. Om, thanks for the link and comment. Best wishes from my retirement redoubt in rural San Diego County, where I connect wirelessly to the Internet from my outside office next to my huge organic garden, underneath a guacamole dripping Haas avocado tree. Best, Jim Forbes