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    This week at Sun's JavaOne conference,the company introduced JavaFX, a rich Internet application environment set to compete with Adobe Systems' AIR and Microsoft's Silverlight.

  • First Itanium to have short shelf life

    Despite multiple delays and the stringent requirements of much of its target market, Intel still says its Itanium processor launch this year will be one of the biggest introductions of its kind. But a senior executive admitted enterprises and telecommunications companies won't be tempted to switch their existing 64-bit systems over to IA-64 until next year.

  • SANitising your data growth strategy

    Storage area networks are redefining the way data is managed within Australian businesses. Find out how SAN will change the way you work.

  • Sun tries again with consumer-flavoured Java

    The server and software company comes full circle with Java, releasing a scripting language to ease desktop and device Java development.

  • Sun's Tiger aims to tame Java programming

    Sun Microsystems has released an early edition of software that will form the underpinnings of future Java applications for desktop computers.

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    New dual-core processors will make conventional software licensing models obsolete. What's next? Additional reading: Intel colonises with chipsets

  • SANitising your data growth strategy

    Storage area networks are redefining the way data is managed within Australian businesses. Find out how SAN will change the way you work.

  • Linux: Making the change

    The idea of getting a robust, scalable operating system for free hasn't clicked with many enterprises -- until now.

  • Java camp takes cue from Microsoft

    If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Microsoft's fiercest foes--Java software providers--are showing growing admiration for their powerful rival.

  • Virtual desktops, real security

    Virtualised desktop environments, in some cases using Linux, are gaining in popularity as IT administrators realise they can deliver security advantages. We tell the story of one Australian government department and take you through the landscape.

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  • Not as thick as some: 7 thin clients tested

    Thin clients seem to be a perennial runner-up to full-featured desktops, but we think the time is right to stop thinking "what if?" and to get rid of those clunky desktop PCs.

  • Ximian's desktop Linux talks to Windows

    Ximian, hoping to accelerate the pace of Linux desktop adoption, releases a new version of its main software package for PCs which adds and/or upgrades several new features.

  • Running Linux with Office XP: Ready for business?

    Linux has made a big impact in the server room, but usability issues and lock-in to Microsoft Office have conspired to hold it back on the desktop. Has that all changed?

  • Microsoft readies Office overhaul

    Microsoft this week plans to deliver the first test release of a new version of its Office software intended to rejuvenate sales and stave off competitors.

  • Making the upgrade

    You've got a lot invested in that current infrastructure, but there are those who are telling you it's time to upgrade. When is really the right time?

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