Hayward predicts the other nine will be virtualization, grid computing, software as a service, ubiquitous computing, organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays, location aware services, Linux in the mission-critical space, instant messaging for the enterprise and information access and meta data.

Linux use in the enterprise space is expected to ramp up during the next year as perceived issues with support and licensing has matured.

Hayward said Linux on the desktop isn't here yet but it has gained traction in the server environment.

"It is a two horse race for new servers in the market - Linux and Windows," Hayward said.

Software as a service model