Microsoft planning add-on to SQL Server (CNET)
CNET - Microsoft wants SQL Server to scale new heights, and it is hoping an add-on code-named Kilimanjaro will help.

IBM's cloud initiative repackages its familiar offerings (InfoWorld)
InfoWorld - Mixing together a m??lange of services, software and marketing, IBM's announcement this week of its Cloud Services Initiative is about putting an organizing construct around all of its cloud offerings, according to one IBM executive.

Google Backs Cheap Web Access for Africa
With HSBC, Google will bring high-speed Internet to 3 billion people in Africa.

Ford's 2010 cars will let parents set speed limit for teens (AP)

AP - So you think junior is a little too lead-footed when he drives the family car? Starting next year, Ford Motor Co. will give you the power to do something about it.

Bolder Than Bambi: Deer Take Over
Homeowners battle to save their property from invading deer.

Family-friendly Wii out to win battle-loving gamers (AFP)

AFP - Eric Nofsinger is betting that Nintendo's hot family-friendly Wii videogame consoles can win the hearts of "hardcore gamers" that lust for battle in action-packed virtual worlds.