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  • Red Hat's Fedora 8 hope: An all-purpose Linux foundation

    Over the years, Red Hat's Fedora has made a name for itself as a version of Linux for enthusiasts, developers, and those who want to try the latest thing in open-source software. But a curious feature of the new version 8, released Thursday, is the ability to strip out the Fedora identity altogether.

  • Red Hat comes out with Linux 5.2 Beta

    Red Hat has released new beta versions of its enterprise and desktop Linux products, with improvements including better virtualisation and clustering features, to make the operating system a more stable platform for server farms.

  • Linux coders join green revolution

    Programmers have begun serious work to cut consumption, extend PC Linux battery life and ease server costs.

  • Biggest ever Windows-to-Linux migration halted in Munich

    The biggest ever Windows-to-Linux migration - the city of Munich's 14,000 desktop switch - has been put on ice while legal issues are settled.

  • Linux in crisis

    Cheap shot or brilliant tactical move? Whichever the case, one can't help but question the timing of the SCO Group's latest legal wrangle.

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  • Linux in crisis

    Cheap shot or brilliant tactical move? Whichever the case, one can't help but question the timing of the SCO Group's latest legal wrangle.

  • Time to ignore SCO?

    Linux users are safe even if the courts rule in favour of the SCO Group, says one technology law expert. Is it time for the IT industry to move on?

  • Red Hat: Walking the Linux tightrope

    Marketing director Paul Salazar admits there have been plenty of hiccups along the way but says Red Hat is now working hard to please the open-source community and investors alike.

  • Ballmer opens up on Microsoft's future

    What is Windows' strongest competitor? Will Microsoft expand successfully beyond the PC? Find out what Steve Ballmer thinks.

  • Virtual machines 101

    Virtual machines gained popularity as a way to emulate Windows on Mac OS or Linux. ZDNet Australia looks at the two most popular packages.

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  • Almost as good as being there

    Virtual machines gained popularity as a way to emulate Windows on Mac OS or Linux. ZDNet Australia looks at the two most popular packages.

  • VMware Workstation 7

    The best virtualisation platform for the desktop just got even better: if you're a software developer, trainer or support professional, look no further.

  • Server hassles are virtually solved

    With one new product released, and one about to be, server virtualisation is becoming a reality in the low-end server space. How can virtual servers help you?

  • VMware 2.0

    Need to work with multiple operating systems for testing, comparing, or quick access without having to reboot. Take a close look at VMware 2.0

  • GoToMyPC 4.0

    For mobile individuals and business users, GoToMyPC's Web- based service is the easiest remote-access service to set up and use, and it's also versatile. However, it's priced higher than the competition.

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