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    Yesterday was show and tell day for linux.conf.au with a pavilion full of gadgets, toys and cool stuff

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    An emerging Web development technique promises to shake up the status quo in PC software and blur the line between desktop and Web applications.

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    Although many software makers promote responsible disclosure, it isn't universally backed by the security community. Critics say it could make security companies lazy in patching. Full disclosure of flaws is preferred.

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    Yahoo's next IM app lets you make free voice calls and leave voicemail, and it adds search and antispam tools.

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    Of the less well known open source browsers, Maxthon has been gaining attention as the second most popular Web browser in its home state of China. Based on IE's Trident engine, we found it to be highly customisable; however its lack of support makes it difficult to recommend for business.

  • Border patrol for Internet Explorer

    A security start-up is borrowing a technique from the research labs to try to give Internet Explorer PCs relief from Web-based attacks.

  • Che Mozilla: The revolutionary

    The browser war is over. What Mozilla, (the basis for future versions of Netscape) offers is more akin to a browser insurrection.

  • The new AOL

    New features make AOL 7.0 a must-have upgrade for AOL veterans. But those who prefer the wild Web should stick with a lower-priced ISP.

  • Investigating Internet Explorer 6.0

    Learn how to get the most out of Internet Explorer 6's new features with this how-to guide.

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