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AMD introduces Radeon R9 295X2 Graphics Card

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   AMD(NYSE:AMD)  has launched a powerful graphics card,  AMD Radeon R9 295X2 , designed for ultra-enthusiasts at the apex of PC gaming. Joining two AMD Radeon R9 Series GPUs in one card design, AMD Radeon R9 295X2 manhandles today’s and tomorrow’s games in maximum settings at 4K resolution. "AMD is thrilled to launch the AMD Radeon R9 295X2 graphics card, built on the same award-winning Graphics Core Next (GCN) architecture that powers the gaming industry. This record-shattering dual-GPU card will enable industry-leading audio and visually stunning 4K gaming, proving once again that Radeon is gaming," said  Matt Skynner, Corporate Vice-President & General Manager, Graphics Business Unit, AMD. Heralding an industry first, the  AMD Radeon R9 295X2 graphics card  comes equipped with an advanced closed-loop, pre-assembled and maintenance-free liquid cooling system. Developed jointly with Asetek, users can expect cool temp

McAfee secures Internet of Things with new strategy

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   McAfee  has outlined its strategy for enabling a  secured Internet of Things . Utilizing McAfee's history of securing the most demanding digital environments, McAfee is building and delivering future-focussed security solutions that are essential to unleashing the transformative power of a world in which every device is connected. McAfee is applying its knowledge and expertise to the evolving  IoT market .  McAfee is working closely with the broader Intel and Wind River companies to provide security solutions to ensure connected devices, systems, applications, and data are protected, freeing companies to concentrate on their business. Last week, Intel introduced the Intel Gateway Solutions for IoT, a family of platforms based on Intel Quark and Atom processors, as well as McAfee and Wind River software that enables companies to seamlessly interconnect industrial devices into an IoT-ready system of systems.  Additionally, McAfe

Plustek forays into large format Scanner Market in India

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Plustek Technology  has announced its entry into the large-format scanner arena with the launch of the  Plustek OpticPro A320 . Designed to offer professional results, regardless of document size, the A320 includes seven one-touch scan buttons to simplify and automate the most common scanning functions (i.e. scan, OCR, copy, fax and email). With competing scanners costing more than double, the A320 is ideal for professionals who require the best of both worlds-high quality scanning coupled with speed and efficiency - at an affordable price. Plustek’s OpticPro A320  takes the pain out of large format scanning. Microsoft Vista-compatible, this high-speed USB 2.0 scanning device can scan an A3 size document at high-quality (1600-dpi with a scan area as large as 12” x 17”) in a blazing fast 8.5 seconds. To satisfy any user, from novice to prosumer, the scanner comes bundled with highly effective image processing and document mana

HP helps partners with "New Style of IT"

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   To help partners to accelerate growth while transitioning to the New Style of IT, HP(NYSE:HPQ)  has announced new solutions, sales tools, services and updates to the HP PartnerOne program.  " The New Style of IT  requires a new style of partnering. Together, HP and our partners have become the go-to technology provider for the New Style of IT with industry-leading technology solutions, programs and incentives that help partners drive growth," said  Neelam Dhawan, Vice- President & General Manager, Enterprise Group and Country Managing Director, HP India. HP has also unveiled new offerings for ISVs, including  HP Enterprise Cloud Services Software- as-a-Service (SaaS) Accelerator  - based on the  HP Enterprise Cloud Services  Virtual Private Cloud - which allows ISVs to accelerate speed to market and reduce risk for their clients by migrating to a SaaS model on HP’s managed cloud. New and improved tools and support

Vodafone takes full control of Vodafone India business

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   A shocking revelation has been made. As per the latest announcement, Ajay Piramal and Analjit Singh  have sold their stakes in  Vodafone India to the  Vodafone Group . This has enabled the Vodafone Group to take full control of its local telecom venture. Going by the reports, Piramal Enterprises has sold the 10.97% stake for Rs.8,900 crore and Analjit Singh has sold his 24.65% stake for Rs.1,241 crore. Here it is important to note that Vodafone has completed the acquisition of indirect equity interests in VIL held by  Analjit Singh  and Neelu Analjit Singh, taking its stake to 89.03% of VIL, in March 2014. Now, Vodafone has acquired the remaining 10.97% of VIL from Piramal Enterprises Limited. The combined cash consideration for both transactions was INR10,142 crore (£1.0 billion). The Foreign Investment Promotion Board approved both acquisitions on 20th February, 2014, following receipt of the approval of the Cabinet Committee

Mr. Deepak K. Sahu, Chief Editor - VARINDIA on 11th IT Forum 2013, New Delhi

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Mr. Deepak K. Sahu, Chief Editor - VARINDIA on 11th IT Forum 2013, New Delhi        

Shri B J Srinath, Senior Director, ICERT, Govt. of India on IT Forum 2013

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Shri B J Srinath, Senior Director, ICERT, Govt. of India on IT Forum 2013        

Mr. Mark Hickman, COO - WINMAGIC on 11th VARINDIA IT Forum 2013

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE  Mr. Mark Hickman, COO - WINMAGIC on 11th VARINDIA IT Forum 2013

Mr. Sarvesh Mishra, AGM - Offer Management, Network Connectivity, Schneider Electric

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Mr. Sarvesh Mishra, AGM - Offer Management, Network Connectivity, Schneider Electric   

Dr. Ashok Sahu, IES, Secretary General, NHRC - GOI on IT Forum 2013

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Dr. Ashok Sahu, IES, Secretary General, NHRC - GOI on IT Forum 2013        

Mr. Sadhanand Rajanga, Country Manager, Radvision, an AVAYA Company on IT Forum 2013

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Mr. Sadhanand Rajanga, Country Manager, Radvision, an AVAYA Company on IT Forum 2013 

Panel Discussion at 11th VARINDIA IT Forum 2013, New Delhi - Part 1

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE  Panel Discussion at 11th VARINDIA IT Forum 2013, New Delhi - Part 1        

Panel Discussion at 11th VARINDIA IT Forum 2013, New Delhi - Part 2

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Panel Discussion at 11th VARINDIA IT Forum 2013, New Delhi - Part 2

Google rolls out “Know your candidates” Tool for Elections 2014

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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Google  has announced the launch of a new tool as part of its elections portal offering  “google.co.in/elections” , called “Know Your Candidates”. The new tool will allow citizens to get easy access to the relevant information about political candidates contesting from their constituency and their incumbent Member of Parliament. This tool integrates publicly available information sourced from Indian organizations such as the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), PRS Legislative Research and Liberty Institute India. Commenting on the launch,  Rajan Anandan, VP & Managing Director, Google India , said, “In the last five months, we have made a concerted effort to provide our users a one-stop destination for all their information needs for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. With the launch of this tool, we have added all the important information of the contesting candidates with the help of groups such as ADR and PRS Legislative R