In today's technology roundup: Linux bug gives untrusted users root access, Dell hit by $12.8 million conspiracy verdict, hacker breaks into jail-broken iPhones, and UK prison system criticised again.
In this World Wide Wrap: Juniper accelerates networking push, Microsoft shuts down MSN direct, and Alcatel-Lucent intros smaller routers.
In this World Wide Wrap: Ericsson predicts 2020 gadgets, smart-reset chip a frozen gadget fix, and LG intros social networking phones.
In this World Wide Wrap: IBM unveils government IT framework, EA can manage social media, and hybrid approach to Web filtering.
In this World Wide Wrap: New SOC simplifies monitor design, RingSide builds enhanced AV suite, and broadcasting authority to change codes.
In this World Wide Wrap: Etisalat targets Africa and Asia, IBM and Canonical bridge digital divide, and African telecoms need economic boost.
The company has achieved premier certification from Cisco SA.
Brazil, Russia, India, China and SA will raise awareness and funding to help bridge the digital divide.
The offering includes installation and hardware leasing fees in the monthly subscription cost.
The company aims to provide fully-converged fixed and mobile offering within two years.
Intelsat's satellite-build plan will add to broadband connectivity on the continent, it says.
Market conditions push out the BEE deal until early next year.
In this World Wide Wrap: Start-up tackles managed services, SMEs' approach is sophisticated, and SME Innovation Award winners named.