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Internet traffic jams, meet your robot nemesis

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On an 80-core computer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, scientists have built a tool that might make networks significantly faster just by coming up with better algorithms.

The system, called Remy, generates its own algorithms for implementing TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), the framework used to prevent congestion on most networks. The algorithms are different from anything human developers have written, and so far they seem to work much better, according to the researchers. On one simulated network, they doubled the throughput.

Remy is not designed to run on individual PCs and servers, but someday it may be used to develop better algorithms to run on those systems, said Hari Balakrishnan, the Fujitsu professor in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT. For now, it’s churning out millions of possible algorithms and testing them against simulated networks to find the best possible one for a given objective.

IP (Internet Protocol) networks don’t dictate how fast each attached computer sends out packets or whether they keep transmitting after the network has become congested. Instead, each system makes its own decisions using some implementation of the TCP framework. Each version of TCP uses its own algorithm to determine how best to act in different conditions.

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LGS Innovations Appoints Rich Martin as New CIO

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LGS Innovations Appoints Rich Martin as New CIO


Telecommunications Veteran to Lead All IT-Related Activities

HERNDON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– LGS Innovations™, an independent subsidiary of Alcatel-Lucent (NYSE and Euronext Paris: ALU), today announced the appointment of Rich Martin to Chief Information Officer. In this role, Mr. Martin will serve as the technical and personnel leader, establish strategic priorities, and manage operations for all information technology-related activities.

“As a professional leader who doesn’t just understand technology, but the business of technology, Rich is a perfect fit for our team,” said LGS Innovations CEO Kevin Kelly. “He will be a critical component in our efforts to research, develop, and deploy the highest value network solutions for our government customers.”

Mr. Martin brings more than 20 years of technical and managerial experience to LGS Innovations, having most recently served six years as the Chief Information Officer for Transaction Network Services. During that time, he managed a team of 40 professionals in four countries, supported operations in 20 countries, and managed a $10 million operating budget. His IT initiatives led to millions in savings from increased efficiencies and reduced expenditures.

“LGS is on the cutting edge of networking and communications,” said Martin. “I’m looking forward to working with such an innovative team to support our efforts from an IT perspective.”

Mr. Martin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Old Dominion University, and a Master of Science degree in Information Systems Technology from George Washington University.

About LGS Innovations

LGS InnovationsTM LLC solves the most complex networking and communications challenges facing the U.S. Federal Government. Building on its Bell Labs heritage, LGS Innovations delivers groundbreaking research and advanced networking and communications solutions that provide an information advantage and contribute to the mission success of its customers. Solutions include Infrastructure & Installation; Video Teleconferencing and IPTV Solutions; Public Safety and Emergency Communications, Tactical Communications; Wireless/Mobility; 4G/LTE; Cloud Solutions; Enterprise, Optical and Data Networking; Network Integration; and Research and Development in Advanced Multimedia/RF, Cybersecurity, sensing technologies, and Photonics.

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Semtech Appoints Two New Directors

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CAMARILLO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Semtech Corporation (NAS: SMTC) , a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, today announced the appointment of Sylvia Summers and Dr. Carmelo Santoro to its Board of Directors.

Ms. Summers has extensive experience in engineering, business development and leadership, including serving as the Chief Executive Officer and President of Trident Microsystems from 2007 to 2011. Prior to that experience, she held senior positions at Spansion LTD, Cisco Systems, Inc. and Storagetek. Ms. Summers currently serves on the Board of Directors for Headwaters, Inc., a public company providing product, technology and services to the heavy construction materials, light building products, and energy industries. She holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Ecole Polytechnique Feminine in Paris, France, an M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and an M.B.A. from Thomson CSF, France.

Dr. Santoro is a business consultant with Santoro Technology Associates, which provides general management, strategic planning, marketing and operations services for the computer hardware and software, semiconductor, disk drive, networking, technology services, biotechnology and financial services industries. He previously served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Attensity, Inc., a leading provider of social analytics and engagement solutions. His prior experience includes executive positions with Platinum Software Corporation and Silicon Systems. Dr. Santoro currently serves on the boards of several privately-held companies. He earned his Ph.D. in Solid State Physics from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a B.S. in Physics from Manhattan College.

“Our two newest board members together have more than 50 years of distinguished experience in the high-technology industry,” said Rockell Hankin, Semtech’s Chairman of the Board. “We are looking forward to leveraging their insights and expertise to help guide Semtech’s strategic direction.”

The appointment of Ms. Summers and Dr. Santoro brings Semtech’s total board membership to 10, including Semtech’s President and Chief Executive Officer Mohan Maheswaran. Stockholders of record will have the opportunity to re-elect all Company directors at the upcoming annual meeting to be held on June 20, 2013.


About Semtech

Semtech Corporation is a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors for high-end consumer, computing, communications and industrial equipment. Products are designed to benefit the engineering community as well as the global community. The company is dedicated to reducing the impact it, …read more
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Black Box Corporation Directors Elect Two New Members to Board

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PITTSBURGH–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Black Box Corporation (NAS: BBOX) , a leading communications system integrator, announced today that its Board of Directors has elected Mr. John Heller and Mr. Joel Trammell to the Board. Both Messrs. Heller and Trammell’s terms will expire at the next annual meeting of stockholders. At that time, it is expected that they will stand for election by the stockholders.

Mr. Heller retired from Caterpillar Inc. in February 2012. He held a number of positions of increasing responsibility at Caterpillar during a 38-year career, last serving as Vice President and Chief Information Officer for more than the last 5 years. He is a graduate of Millikin University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and holds an M.B.A. from the University of Illinois.

Mr. Trammell is a Managing Partner of Lone Rock Technology Group since 2011. Mr. Trammell was a founder and the CEO of CacheIQ, Inc. from June 2010 until it was acquired by NetApp, Inc. in November 2012. Previously, he was a founder and served as the CEO of NetQoS, Inc. from June 2000 to November 2009. Mr. Trammell is a graduate of Louisiana Tech University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.

“I am very pleased to have John and Joel join our Board of Directors,” said Mr. Thomas G. Greig, Chairman of Black Box Corporation’s Board of Directors. “Both bring deep expertise in many areas including enterprise technology, management and strategic planning. Their perspectives will help to drive shareholder value as Black Box continues to grow and adapt to our rapidly changing business environment. I join my fellow directors in welcoming them to the Board.”

About Black Box

Black Box is a leading communications system integrator dedicated to designing, sourcing, implementing and maintaining today’s complex communications solutions. Black Box services more than 175,000 clients in approximately 150 countries with approximately 200 offices throughout the world. To learn more, visit the Black Box Web site at http://www.blackbox.com.

Black Box® and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc. Any third-party trademarks appearing in this press release are acknowledged to be the property of their respective owners.

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