As test versions of the new WinFS file system were released this week, Microsoft said the technology would not be ready for the so-called "Longhorn Server" release, due in 2007.
An upgraded GNOME desktop environment for Linux and Unix is due for release today, with its authors pitching enhanced features for end-users and a commitment to make hardware "just work".
Sun Microsystems announced today the next version of Java will be Longhorn-ready.
Microsoft has laid the blame for half of all Windows crashes on third-party code.
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The OpenOffice team have announced this week the first alpha release of the Aqua version of OpenOffice productivity suite for Mac OS X.
Microsoft wants customers to "overcome their fear" regarding security and proceed with wireless implementations.
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