Plunkett’s InfoTech Industry Almanac presents a complete analysis of the technology business, including the convergence of hardware, software, the Internet, entertainment and telecommunications.

This market research tool includes our analysis of the major trends affecting the computer and software industry, from the rebound in the PC market, to Wi-Fi and WiMax, to Linux and open systems, web services and .Net to supercomputing. In addition, we provide several major statistical tables covering the industry, from computer sector revenues to broadband subscribers to semiconductor industry production. No other source provides this book’s easy-to-understand comparisons of growth, expenditures, technologies, imports/exports, corporations, research and other vital subjects.

The corporate profiles section provides in-depth, one-page profiles on each of the top 500 InfoTech companies. We have used our massive databases to provide you with unique, objective analysis, market research and competitive intelligence on the largest and most exciting companies in: Computer Hardware, Computer Software, Internet Services, E-Commerce, Network Devices, Semiconductors, Memory, Storage, Open Systems, Linux, Information Management, Consulting and Data Processing. We've been working harder than ever to gather data on all the latest trends in information technology. Our research effort includes an exhaustive study of new technologies and discussions with experts at dozens of innovative tech companies.

Purchasers of the printed book or PDF eBook version may receive a free CD-ROM database of the corporate profiles. The free CD is fully searchable by key words and key fields (such as geography, industry code and revenues), and you can export data from it directly to mail merge, spread sheets and word processor files.

Contains detailed market research, business analysis and competitive intelligence, featuring:

• Hardware, Systems, Software and Networking Industry Trends/ Research Development
• Mergers and Acquisitions in Leading Information Technology Companies
• Information Technology Finance/ Growth Companies Glossary of InfoTech Terms
• Contacts: Including Industry Associations and Government Agencies
• Information Technology Business Statistics
• Computer Systems and Hardware
• Computer Software and Software on Demand
• Broadband and Internet Access, including Cable and DSL
• Web Services and XML
• Wi-Fi, WiMax and other 802.11 Systems as well as Bluetooth
• Supercomputers and Mainframes
• PCs, including Desktops and Laptops
• Personal Devices and PDAs
• Computer Memory, Storage Devices and Network Storage Trends
• Information Management Services, Computer Consulting, Globalization and Offshoring
• Data Processing Services, Back Office Systems and Outsourcing
• Linux and Open Source Systems
• Semiconductor Manufacturing, Design and Chip Trends

You'll find a complete overview, industry analysis and market research report in one superb, value-priced package. This book also includes statistical tables, an infotech industry glossary, industry contacts and thorough indexes. The corporate profiles section of the book includes our proprietary, in-depth profiles of the 500 leading companies in all facets of the information technology industry, from computer hardware and systems to software and PDAs. This book is available in printed, eBook and online versions. Purchasers may also receive a free copy of the company profiles database on CD-ROM.

Here's what the critics say about this book:

"The almanac is very easy to read and provides a quick way to identify leading companies in the information technology field." - American Reference Books Annual

"Five-Stars! I realize that technology is changing much faster than I can possibly keep up with or comprehend. This book is extremely informative and written in a manner that is understandable, even to a non-techie." - Amazon.com review

"Intriguing reference...interesting articles on the industry's trends...Plunkett's contains more information on the firms that are included." - Library Journal

"A thorough analysis of these companies and their industries." - Career Savvy

"A comprehensive introduction discusses major industry trends, international trade and emerging markets." - Reference & Research Book News