Reddit discusses franchised MSP blunders, network performance tools, and returning to the office

New FlexNetwork platform and switches allow network managers to create a converged network across the enterprise

Hitachi Data Systems is expanding its TrueNorth Partner Program with five new specializations that will open services business to the channel

Plus, what VMware’s latest acquisition means for virtualization and why the Android tablet market may survive the iPad.

Despite some rough edges, Toast 11 is a very nice upgrade from Toast 10

Plus, security concerns with Dropbox and corporate social media policy

In the wake of the recession, many customers are looking for channel partners who can help them be more efficient, save money, reduce waste and create and maintain a “green” strategy

Says software on some tablet won’t load at set-up

Instead, the company will brand services such as maps simply ‘Nokia’rn

The company said it now understands what goes on inside the minuscule circuitry elements

Fight over the use of App Store term now rages in both the U.S. and Europe

But Windows 7 remains nearly five times less likely to get nailed by hackers, says Microsoft

Rambus will add security technologies to its intellectual property portfolio

Tablets with Intel’s Oak Trail chips could find a niche in companies using the Wintel platform