Last week, we looked at the geeks who created iconic technologies. This week, we examine the executives who pushed those technologies into becoming the basis of some of the largest businesses in the world.

Movers and stinkers from the world of business

Regulations last hurdle for transparency onslaught, says Sun chief Jonathan Schwartz.

Chief technology officer Maureen Govern steps down.

Mitchell Baker gives way to John Lilly.

Academic project to solve "humanity's grand challenges" sounds like sci-fi fans dream with classes on AI, robotics, cognitive computing and biotech

Dave Orton steps down.

Time to push security up the IT agenda.

Merged company plans to steal market share from 'the elephant'.

Jeff Raikes to retire in September.

Mike Volpi quits for 'personal reasons'.

Sanjay Kumar pleaded guilty in accounting scandal.

Tony Scott gets key role with software giant.

Ed Zander falls on his sword.

Apple chief executive and co-founder Steve Jobs has officially returned to his position following a six-month medical leave.

Life with an exclamation point!.

Jobs sings praises of revamped Finder and desktop.

Apple chief shrugs off worries and continues to assert innocence.

Linden Labs CEO moves to board position.

Wonderboy reinstated as chief exec to halt decline.