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  • OpenSuse unwraps Version 11

    Version 11 of the OpenSuse Linux distribution was made available on Thursday.

  • Novell finalises OpenSuse 11

    Novell has released the last public version of OpenSuse 11.0 for testing -- but significant problems still need to be ironed out before the software's final release later this month.

  • KDE starts testing version 4.1

    KDE, the desktop software project widely used on Linux systems, this week released the first test version of KDE 4.1, a significant upgrade and the second edition of KDE to use the Qt 4 application development framework.

  • FreeBSD vows to compete with desktop Linux

    Linux may soon have a stronger open-source competitor on the desktop if FreeBSD's plans come to fruition.

  • KDE to include Google-type desktop search

    Developers of the open-source Linux desktop environment KDE have announced plans to simplify searching for files on the KDE desktop more flexible, by adding a Google-style search feature.

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  • KDE gets new Vista, Mac bling

    The long-awaited KDE4 is finally out the door after an extended gestation and a rescheduled launch date. In this inside look at KDE4, we see what all the fuss is about.

  • New boots for Linux

    Almost by stealth, the Linux desktop is here -- and at last it knows how to make itself at home.

  • 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?

  • Revamped Gnome wants to get along

    The launch of the latest edition of the Gnome desktop software for Linux and Unix operating systems marks a new attitude among its developers: Integration is key.

  • Can a Windows user learn to love Linux?

    A regular Windows user takes Linux for a test run to determine which operating system fits best.

Reviews (11)

  • Mandriva Linux 2008 Spring

    The latest version of Mandriva is a competent and well-implemented desktop release with lots to commend it to those with some Linux know-how.

  • Mandrakelinux 10.1 PowerPack+

    It may lack the high profile of other Linux distributions, but Mandrakelinux 10.1 is one of the easiest to get to grips with -- if not the easiest of the lot. This new release also has lots to offer both novices and experts alike.

  • New boots for Linux

    Almost by stealth, the Linux desktop is here -- and at last it knows how to make itself at home.

  • Browser wars on the Mac

    PC users always say they have more apps than Mac users. But that's not true of browsers. We review five.

  • Safari 1.0

    If you're only after speed, try Safari but keep your other browser, too. Security buffs should skip Safari for now.

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