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  • Tech firms to tackle Linux desktop standards

    Some big names in the computer industry are pledging to make the development of desktop applications for the Linux operating system much easier than it has been.

  • One city's move to open source

    In Mannheim, a preference for "open" standards -- not cost -- is driving the German city's shift to Linux.

  • Dell offers open-source PC in US

    Dell began offering its US customers a new desktop PC on Tuesday with no operating system installed. The machine is designed for people who want to run open-source software such as Linux instead of Windows.

  • Is Linux on the move?

    CIOs have moved from the sidelines to the playing field in the search for a successor to traditional data centre products. Have they found one in Linux?

  • Eradicate Windows XP shutdown problems

    A few things can trip up Windows XP during the shutdown procedure. Here's how to solve five of the most common XP shutdown problems you’re likely to encounter.

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  • One city's move to open source

    In Mannheim, a preference for "open" standards -- not cost -- is driving the German city's shift to Linux.

  • Is Linux on the move?

    CIOs have moved from the sidelines to the playing field in the search for a successor to traditional data centre products. Have they found one in Linux?

  • Eradicate Windows XP shutdown problems

    A few things can trip up Windows XP during the shutdown procedure. Here's how to solve five of the most common XP shutdown problems you’re likely to encounter.

  • Software testing: Go virtual

    Short of setting up duplicate systems, testing new software can be a hairy exercise. Here's another way: use virtual OSes like VMWare and Virtual PC as your testing platform.

  • Finding the perfect teleworking tools

    Technology is allowing workers to stay in contact no matter where they are. How do you choose the right combination of hardware, software, data transport, and voice transport, then secure the whole lot and make sure your organisation is set up to take advantage?

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  • GoToMyPC 4.1

    After years of flying high with no competition, GoToMyPC falls to earth against stiff competition from MyWebEx PC, which is free.

  • Tech Guide: Test software virtually

    Short of setting up duplicate systems, testing new software can be a hairy exercise. Here's another way: use virtual OSes like VMWare and Virtual PC as your testing platform.

  • Palm versus Pocket PC: Which is better?

    Palm is the reigning champ of PDA OSs, but Windows Mobile 2003 is gaining ground fast. Which PDA operating system packs the biggest punch?

  • Apple has triplets!

    Apple unleashes three new iMacs, all ranging in price and features, but surprisingly not in color.

  • Office Professional 2003 Beta 2

    Corporate buyers should test this beta -- we suspect you'll love Office 2003's integrated XML. Home users: Office 2003 hasn't been enhanced enough to merit a test. Wait for the final release, and then check our review.

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