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An update to the popular Unix-like distribution includes new security features, drivers, software packages and bug fixes.
A vulnerability in the way OpenBSD handles IPv6 data packets exposes systems running the traditionally secure open-source operating system to serious attack.
Novell shone the spotlight on its new version flagship Linux product this week, touting a significant new feature to let a server run multiple operating systems simultaneously and thereby be used more efficiently.
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The NetBSD Project recently released NetBSD 5.0, the 13th major release of its Unix operating system. If you are not familiar with the BSD mentality, it's a back-to-basics approach. Those familiar with Unix environments will find themselves right at home.
Could your business be paying for a proprietary program when an open source alternative exists? Take a look at our guide as we count down the most popular open source products.
Open-source developer Landon Fuller explains why he is devoting his time to patching flaws found by the Month of Apple Bugs.
We look at the virtual machine software market's three principal players: Microsoft, VMware and Xen.
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