News briefs: Unisys to lay off 3,600 after loss

24.04.2006
Unisys to lay off 3,600 after loss

Unisys Corp. announced plans to cut its workforce by 3,600 people after reporting a US$28 million first-quarter loss on flat sales. The cutbacks will be spread among its worldwide workforce.

Microsoft to preview new WSUS version

Microsoft Corp. plans to offer its users a peek at the next version of its Windows Server Update Services software at this week's Microsoft Management Summit in San Diego. WSUS 3.0, a free alternative to Microsoft's Systems Management Server, can be used to control the deployment of Microsoft patches and security updates. The version includes a new interface, according to the company.

Intel cites slump in PC sales for poor Q1

Intel Corp. reported a 5 percent decline in first-quarter revenue and a 41 percent drop in profits, blaming a slump in PC growth rates. Industry experts also cited increasing competition from Advanced Micro Devices Inc.