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Tech Data Closes Acquisition of Avnet Technology Solutions
The $2.6 billion deal turns Tech Data into a globe-bestriding distribution giant while leaving Avnet smaller but flush with cash and positioned to focus strategically on opportunities in the Internet of Things and embedded systems.
Nimble Introduces Cross-Cloud Block Storage Service
Currently in beta testing, the solution is designed to provide the storage reliability needed to run core business applications in the public cloud, while offering partners a way to collect recurring revenue from those applications.
eFolder Names Matt Nachtrab Chief Strategy Officer
The LabTech and ConnectWise veteran will spearhead an effort to turn eFolder’s solution portfolio into a broader, more tightly integrated data protection and access platform.
CompTIA Launches New Certification for Security Analysts
The CSA+ training program and exam are designed to help technicians mitigate the risks posed by signature-less malware by scrutinizing network data for tell-tale signs of vulnerability and infection.
ConnectWise Updates its Quoting Solution
The latest edition of ConnectWise Sell offers electronic ordering capabilities, new BI functionality, an updated interface, and the ability to import quotes created by Tech Data reps directly into the system.
Veeam to Give Away Up To $200 Million of Free DRaaS
Delivered through partners, the offer entitles users of Veeam’s on-premises BDR and disaster recovery solutions to as much as $1,000 worth of cloud-based data protection and availability services at no cost.
HPE Announces New Licensing and Features for its 3PAR Storage Line
The new licensing scheme provides comprehensive access to all 3PAR storage software for one flat rate, while the new features enhance customers’ ability to backup data from or to 3PAR’s all-flash arrays.
Dell EMC Names Ingram Micro a Key Distribution Partner
The announcement comes one day after the server and storage infrastructure arm of Dell Technologies officially launched a new global partner program designed for maximum simplicity, predictability, and profitability.
Sophos Acquires Machine Learning-Based End Point Security Vendor Invincea
The company plans to combine Invincea’s signature-less solution with new technology developed internally in a forthcoming end point security solution to be released by the end of this year.
Acronis Backup 12 Gets Enhanced Office 365 and vSphere Features
A new update released today gains the ability to restore individual Office 365 email messages, as well as new support for VMware’s recently released vSphere 6.5.