Stats - Software / IT

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IE Remains the Dominant Browser
Software/IT
Internet Explorer holds a majority of the browser market worldwide; Firefox maintains the second spot across the globe.

Web Design Key for Online Shoppers
Software/IT
Online shoppers are as influenced by the design and usability of an e-commerce site as they are by the product offerings.

The Browser Wars of 2005
Software/IT
Microsoft's lead in browser market share softens before the expected release of a new version of Internet Explorer.

IT Marketers Best Served by Being Straightforward
B2B
Most decision makers rely on white papers and analyst reports for purchase decisions on IT products.

The Deadly Duo: Spam and Viruses, August 2005
E-Mail/Spam
Opportunist spammers adapted the Katrina name to attract attention in late August, meanwhile phishing and virus attempts decreased.

Instant Messenger Services Brace for Google's Entry
Traffic Patterns
Google Talk enters the instant messenger space at a time when IM client market share diminishes.

The Deadly Duo: Spam and Viruses, July 2005
Software/IT
The summer vacation season is an opportune time for phishing; while many are taking summer vacations, viruses aren't.

You've Got Spyware; And Lots of It
Software/IT
Despite security measures, spyware runs rampant on most networks -- and costs businesses plenty.

Spyware and Adware Change Online User Behavior
Software/IT
Many Internet users don't know the definitions of 'spyware' and 'adware,' yet online behavior is changing as they learn to avoid intrusive software.

Video Delivery Platforms Experience Shift
Software/IT
MPEG-4 codec will become more widespread by 2006, but MPEG-2 digs in to continue video delivery growth through 2009.