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Sorry for the basic nature of this question.<br />
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What are the main differences between Cognos and Business Objects and do they share functionality?<br />
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Thanks<br />
Seamus
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Sorry for the basic nature of this question.

What are the main differences between Cognos and Business Objects and do they share functionality?

Thanks
Seamus

Business Objects? COGNOS

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