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  • Hackers transform Xbox into Linux PC

    A group of hackers has turned Microsoft's gaming console into a desktop computer running SuSE Linux, but there's a catch: the games are rather slow.

  • Xbox version of Linux released

    A hacker group says it's done with a version of Linux for the Microsoft game console, enabling the device to be used for office applications, the Internet, e-mail or even as a server.

  • Linux hacker: The battle for the desktop

    Part II: Linux Kernel hacker Alan Cox explains why the world needs open source software on the desktop and why Linux was perfect for Iceland.

  • Linux hacker: What the future holds for Linux

    Part I: A Linux 'kernel hacker' gives his views on the GPL, 64-bit computing and why grandmothers should want to use Linux.

  • Interview with Alan Cox

    One of the head programmers behind Linux, Alan Cox talks exclusively to Builder Australia about the uptake of Linux, Microsoft's plans to share its source code and his Linux predictions.

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  • PC army tackles Xbox security code

    A growing army of PC owners is hoping to use the power of the masses to crack the main security code of Microsoft's Xbox and claim $100,000 in the process.

  • GoToMyPC 4.1

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

  • MyWebEx PC

    MyWebEx PC offers powerful remote-access features for free, plus some extra capabilities for a low monthly subscription, making it a great solution for telecommuters.

  • Time to ditch Outlook? 9 e-mail clients tested

    Outlook has been copping some heat lately, largely for attracting virus writers, while Thunderbird has been getting all of the good press. We examine the two products, and other e-mail clients available today, so you can see if replacing Outlook really is an option.

  • OLPC XO

    The One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) project is unique as the XO laptop it distributes. While the XO is not commercially available, our review provides an insight into what can be achieved in a laptop designed for children at a very low cost.

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