InterSystems announced that Oleen, an InterSystems implementation partner, will provide the InterSystems CACHÉ-based SurgiDat system to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). A database provider in healthcare, InterSystems develops and markets innovative database and integration software. Its product line includes the InterSystems CACHÉ high-performance object database, InterSystems Ensemble rapid integration platform, and InterSystems HealthShare platform for regional and national electronic health records. More info

The Solaris Container typically can be categorized as an operating-system virtualization, which means the virtualization is done by enabling multiple isolated and secured systems in one physical server (operating system for operating system). The Solaris Resource Management and Zones are the basic functions that form the Solaris Container. More info

Advanced Modeling Concepts has released a unique Java security tool-AfterthoughtSoft-Secure, that allows Java developers (or security professionals) to add powerful Role-Based Access Control logic, 'after-the-fact' to 'existing' Java applications. More info

VX30, a Java-based streaming video software company announced a new release of its market leading Java based media player. Unlike competitors, VX30 utilizes a zero client solution, meaning viewers will not have to install any additional software or plug-ins to receive a video stream. Because the player is Java based, any client with a Java enabled browser can view the video stream irrespective of the underlying operating system. More info

Sun Microsystems announced that a division of Reuters, PLC has selected the Sun Java Real-Time System to develop and deploy market-facing services. The Sun Java Real-Time System (Java RTS) is a software product that provides a high-level development platform for creating applications which require absolute execution predictability. Compliant with The Real-Time Specification for Java it uses the power and scalability of the Solaris 10 Operating System (OS) and the flexibility of the Java platform to provide the environment necessary for the growing demand of predictable computing applications in industries such as financial services, aerospace, industrial automation and scientific research. More info

The thought of programming without your favorite Java IDE shouldn't set your knees to knocking. Learn how old-school programming with a text editor and some cool tools can put you back on the cutting edge of Java development. More info

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Terracotta announced it has closed a $10 million round of venture financing. In this latest round, DAG Ventures made its initial investment in Terracotta, and was joined by existing investors Accel Partners, Benchmark Capital, and Goldman Sachs. This latest investment from top tier investment firms highlights an enormously successful 12 months since Terracotta launched its open source business and product strategy. Terracotta will use the funds to expand its operations to meet the needs of its rapidly growing customer base and to broaden its reach and impact in new markets. More info

The E4X extensions to JavaScript provide a way to build lightweight, easy to use XML components within your JavaScript code. This session will look at tips and techniques for using E4X for searching XML, building XML and HTML content, interacting with AJAX objects, and dealing with syndication feeds. More info

The lines between embedded and enterprise computing are blurring. As embedded devices become more and more networked, they form a perimeter at the edge of our enterprise data centers and a rich source of real-time, real-world information. These newcomers to the enterprise are coming of age. Embedded computing is moving beyond the world of hidden computing and a behind-the-scenes role in military and industrial applications. More info