Since its acquisition of Isilon in late 2010, EMC has made making significant progress in the network attached storage market, a fast-growing segment of the networked disk storage market.

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Archer said his studio designed "Offensive Combat" for a fast-growing segment of core gamers who want a fine-tuned, shooter game that can be played anywhere, anytime via their Web browser, and not limited by the need for a major software install or dedicated hardware.

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The deal would be a major validation for social media marketing, a still nascent but fast-growing segment of the online advertising market.

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Although Heidelberg dominates the traditional offset commercial printing market, Xerox leads the fast-growing digital-production color segment with a market share of 55%.

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Sony's Daily Edition e-reader will also have to contend with newer rivals vying for a piece of this fast growing segment.

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