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    The next version of Gentoo, due for release in February 2005, will include a Live CD that allows users to run the operating system off a CD, and a graphical installer that allows users to automatically install the same set-up on multiple machines.

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    A six-month project involving 34 developers worldwide -- including six in Australia -- culminated last night in the release at a pub in Sydney of a preview of a new Linux distribution.

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    There's plenty of hype about the new SQL Server 2005. Here's a list of what's important about the pending release, and what you can plan on using SQL Server for in the near future.

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    If you're looking for relatively straightforward Linux-based office productivity, you should have few problems with this distribution.

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    ZDNet Australia puts 10 of the best phones on the market today under the reviews microscope. Whatever your mobile needs are, we've got a phone to ponder for you, as well as a look at the first 3G phone on the Australian market.

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    With the right packet sniffers you can truly lead the dog's life. What's most impressive is network monitoring devices will help you see problems immediately. These tools can aid in analysis, migration, monitoring, security, testing, and administration of the network.

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    Just how good are web filtering packages? We put eight of the best head to head in our Australian review.

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