International Data Group (IDG) is the world's leading technology media, research, and event company. IDG publishes more than 300 magazines and newspapers, including CIO, CSO, Computerworld, GamePro, InfoWorld, Network World, and PC World. The company features the largest network of technology-specific Web sites with more than 400 around the world. IDG is also a leading producer of more than 170 computer-related events worldwide including LinuxWorld Conference & Expo(R), Macworld Conference & Expo(R), DEMO, and IDC Directions. IDC provides global market research and advice through offices in 50 countries.

Founded by Pat McGovern in 1964, IDG's mission is to enhance the quality of human life by being the world's leading source of information on technology. Today, IDG is a truly global presence with operations in 85 countries and on all 7 continents. To maintain local relevance and the loyalty of local readers, each IDG publication has its own editorial staff to report on stories of particular interest to its readers. At the same time, the IDG News Service, an internal newswire, links more than 1,000 IDG editors and journalists and distributes news, features, commentary, and other editorial resources, enabling IDG publications to supplement local coverage with stories applicable to audiences throughout the world. As a subsidiary of IDG, CCI/Crosby Publishing has access to the global purchasing power and publishing expertise of IDG companies.