A power failure disrupted branch computer systems at Halifax and Bank of Scotland and left customers unable to access cash point machines and online banking...
With the availability of Windows 7, IT users can expect the usual round of application upgrades from commercial software providers - with their associated costs.
Oracle has showcased a new line of software to be released next year as a key part of the enterprise software company's strategy to win business from rival SAP.
Microsoft has warned Windows XP users they will not be able to change to different versions of the Internet Explorer browser once they install XP's third service pack.
Microsoft has confirmed that its tool designed for law enforcement agencies has been posted on the web but it does not expect cyber-criminals to be able to use the software to their advantage.