Sun is getting ready to roll Netscape's directory technology into the next edition of Solaris, a move that could strengthen Sun's operating system as a platform for directory-enabled networking and electronic commerce.
The search for directory interoperability gained momentum last week as five powerhouse organisations joined forces to promote a standard way for directories to exchange data.
Microsoft is finally beginning to shake its Windows-centric attitude in favor of becoming an equal partner in heterogeneous enterprise networks.
IBM has reduced its OS/2 Warp Server line to a single product in an effort to position the platform for e-business and network computing applications.