Seagull Delivers Major New Release of LegaSuite
by Alex Woodie

IBM i shops and ISVs that rely on Seagull's LegaSuite software to extend and modernize their 5250 applications will see a host of new capabilities in version 6, which the Rocket Software subsidiary announced last week. The new version introduces new reporting, testing and workflow modules; extensive integration with the Eclipse development environment; change management improvements; and a faster new runtime engine. RPG Open Access, which initially was on the drawing board for version 6, was dropped by Seagull due to lackluster customer demand. READ MORE >

Crossroads Shrinks its SPHiNX VTL, Adds SAS Support
by Alex Woodie

Crossroads Systems yesterday unveiled a new release of its SPHiNX data protection solution that should help both large and small customers. Smaller shops will benefit from a smaller, less expensive version of the virtual tape library (VTL) appliance, while larger vendors will appreciate the expansion of the largest VTL device to 35 TB of native storage. Support for SAS disk connectivity will be useful for connecting to the latest Power Systems environment. READ MORE >

Mobile Malware Set to Explode, Security Pros Say
by Alex Woodie

You knew it was just a matter of time before cyber criminals began targeting smart phones--not just writing the occasional bit of malware, but really targeting mobile platforms with purpose. That time has now arrived, according to IBM's X-Force security organization, which issued a new report last week that warned of the coming explosion of security problems in mobile devices. READ MORE >

Vision Updates Database Replication Solution
by Alex Woodie

Vision Solutions yesterday unveiled Double-Take Share 5.0, a new version of the database replication that previously was known as Vision Replicate1. The release brings enhancements in the area of SQL Server support, enhanced flat file support, and expanded support for data types. READ MORE >