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<m> confirmed </m> in Palo Alto-based HP and Plano, Texas-based EDS confirmed the talks yesterday shortly after The Wall Street Journal reported a deal could be reached as early as today. The companies declined to comment beyond their confirmation of the talks. The market capitalization of EDS is estimated to be around $27 billion. 
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<m> announced </m> in Hp to Expand Data Center Services with Acquisition of Global Consulting Company EYP Mission Critical Facilities, Today HP today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire EYP Mission Critical Facilities Inc. ( EYP MCF ), a consulting company specializing in strategic technology planning, design and operations support for large-scale data centers. By acquiring EYP MCF, HP will be better able to help customers to transform their data centers, optimize energy efficiency and position them for future business growth. 