This makes sense given that the guidelines in current form are meant to apply only to data on information technology systems rather than hard-copy storage, with portal providers receiving and making use of some of the heaviest volume of customer data in China.

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In 2003, Electronic Data Systems (EDS) acquired its software business and Storage Technology acquired its services business.

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