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  • NSW Opposition queries Linux investigation

    The NSW Opposition has asked the government to explain why it has released a tender for provision of Linux software and services before making public the details of a departmental investigation into open source software.

  • Novell launches new Linux--with JBoss Java

    Novell began selling version 9 of its flagship Linux product Tuesday, adding Java server capabilities the same day rival Red Hat made a similar move.

  • Linux developers create forum to air core flaws

    Developers of the Linux kernel created a security mailing list this week to air future vulnerability information regarding the open-source operating system's core code.

  • SCO's soap opera

    The SCO Group's legal foray against Linux users has angered open-source advocates and created looming liability problems for thousands of corporations.

  • Linux services gap worries enterprise: Aust analysts

    While there can be no doubt Linux-based solutions are making inroads into enterprise-level software and server markets, a lack of service and support could be stifling growth.

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  • LCA Open Day

    Yesterday was show and tell day for linux.conf.au with a pavilion full of gadgets, toys and cool stuff

  • Linux services gap worries enterprise: Aust analysts

    While there can be no doubt Linux-based solutions are making inroads into enterprise-level software and server markets, a lack of service and support could be stifling growth.

  • Best IT solutions for a small business upgrade

    IT pros who manage small business networks have to come up with unique solutions, such as deciding whether Linux is a viable solution and which collaboration software is better.

  • Novell's Linux makeover

    CEO Jack Messman says Novell used to have trouble getting noticed. A little penguin changed all that. Meanwhile, he maps out how the company is gaining on Red Hat.

  • SCO takes aim at Linux users

    Unix copyrights in hand, SCO tells companies that licenses will keep them out of the courtroom.

Reviews (4)

  • X11: Apple's secret formula

    The company is making a play to lure Unix and Linux users to its Mac OS X operating system. Will a windowing environment do the trick?

  • Novell cozies up to open source

    The networking-software company bets on open source and standards to build momentum for its operating systems and security software.

  • What next for the Internet?

    Despite showing occasional signs of strain, the Internet has become an integral part of all kinds of business and consumer technologies. How will it change in the years ahead to meet with new demands? We identify some key areas to watch out for.

  • Microsoft's biggest Office XP fear: Pirates

    Pirates ahoy! Microsoft prepares to do battle. When Microsoft releases Office XP in a few months, the company will face off against its two toughest competitors: software pirates and, well, Microsoft.

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