A primer on broadband What is broadband? Put simply, the term "broadband" refers to a high-speed connection to the Internet. But the answer to the question doesn't stay simple.March 24, 2011
Who should build the next generation of high-speed networks? Across rural Minnesota, cities, counties, cooperatives and companies are planning or building broadband internet networks. The goal is to provide even those who live in the remotest parts of the state with high-speed internet in order to foster job growth, better health care and increased educational opportunities. The most optimistic observers think telecommuting and other internet-based endeavors could help stabilize the populations of rural areas.March 24, 2011
How to make a good idea great Guy Kawasaki is a man of the moment and a man of the future. He helped Apple achieve dominance, became a successful entrepreneur, and now is a Twitter sensation. His 10th book explains how to influence people while maintaining high ethical standards.Midmorning, March 21, 2011
What AT&T's plan to buy T-Mobile could mean for customers AT&T Inc. has agreed to buy T-Mobile USA for $39
billion, but the deal isn't set to close until a year from now, and it will likely face tough regulatory scrutiny.March 21, 2011
AT&T to buy T-Mobile USA for $39 billion AT&T Inc. said Sunday it will buy T-Mobile USA
from Deutsche Telekom AG in a cash-and-stock deal valued at $39
billion that would make it the largest cellphone company in the
U.S.March 21, 2011
Dayton wants to meet with Hutchinson Tech over layoffs Gov. Mark Dayton says he wants to meet with Hutchinson Technology officials to discuss the company's plans to cut hundreds of jobs in the coming months.March 9, 2011
Hutchinson braces for economic jolt after layoff news Hutchinson Technology says its headquarters will stay in Hutchinson, along with around 500 jobs held by executives and those doing research and development.March 9, 2011
New Minnesota broadband report makes disparity clear The state Commerce Department and the organization Connect Minnesota on Thursday are going to unveil the latest report on the status of broadband availability in the state, and it shows again the wide disparity in access to the Internet around the state.February 23, 2011
National broadband map shows areas lacking good Internet access As many as one in 10 Americans can't get
Internet connections that are fast enough for common online activities such as watching video or teleconferencing, according to the U.S. Commerce Department. It unveiled a detailed online map showing what types of high-speed Internet connections are available in every last corner of the country.February 17, 2011
Lake County dumps high-speed Internet consultant Lake County commissioners voted Tuesday to break ties with National Public Broadband, the a St. Paul company that's worked for two years helping the county secure $66 million in federal funding.February 9, 2011
Broadband money starts flowing to create 'culture of use' Last month, money started flowing through a stimulus grant aimed at getting more Minnesotans to make better use of the broadband access they already have.February 7, 2011
Imation beats expectations, stock rises Shares of Oakdale-based Imation rose 15 percent Tuesday, as the company beat Wall Street earnings and revenue expectations and outlined a turnaround strategy.February 1, 2011
St. Paul unveils electric fleet vehicle, charging stations The city of St. Paul, Mayor Chris Coleman and Gov. Mark Dayton unveiled an all-electric fleet vehicle on Tuesday, believed to be the first of its kind in the state.January 18, 2011
How Steve Jobs' leave of absence will affect Apple Apple Inc. co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs sent a
note Monday to employees saying he's taking a second medical leave of absence in two years so he can focus on his health. We look at what impact that news may have on the future of Apple, from innovations to stock price.Midmorning, January 17, 2011