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A torrent of states are repealing data center tax exemptions — but it could increase costs by upwards of 7%

* Multiple US states are repealing or enacting moratoriums on sales tax exemptions for data centers * Estimates on lost tax revenue are far below the billions of dollars some states have missed out on * Ongoing data center constructions may not be subject, but costs are expected to increase for new or

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Leaked doc: Microsoft plans to bring Xbox 360 games to PC, and the games will be able to run on the next-gen Project Helix console, “Xbox PCs”, and handhelds

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Take Your Dual-Screen Setup Anywhere With This $99 Portable Asus Monitor

Save $50: A second monitor can really boost your productivity, and with the Asus ZenScreen, you can take a dual-display setup with you just about anywhere. Plus, this portable monitor is down to just $99 right now at Amazon, which is over 30% off the usual price. That’s a

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A torrent of states are repealing data center tax exemptions &mdash; but it could increase costs by upwards of 7%

Leaked doc: Microsoft plans to bring Xbox 360 games to PC, and the games will be able to run on the next-gen Project Helix console, “Xbox PCs”, and handhelds

Save 50% Off Your First Box of Factor Meals and Get Free Greens Included

Take Your Dual-Screen Setup Anywhere With This $99 Portable Asus Monitor

A torrent of states are repealing data center tax exemptions — but it could increase costs by upwards of 7%