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• OOXML just a Microsoft 'marketing tool'

  The developer of XML and a former ISO committee chair have both claimed that Microsoft was interested in having Office Open XML accredited as an international standard in order to forward the company's wider interests.

• Brazil votes against Microsoft OOXML 'standard'

  The bid to fast track Office Open XML as an ISO-certified standard has received a setback, with ISO member Brazil casting a 'No' vote.

• Microsoft's Open XML loses crucial vote

  Microsoft has suffered a setback in its endeavour for Office Open XML (OOXML) to become an alternative to OpenDocument Format (ODF) as a standard of the International Committee for Information Technology Standards (INCITS).

• Microsoft Office Open XML rejected as standard

  A US standards body has rejected Microsoft's Office Open XML document format as an international standard, which could further boost the popularity of open source standard OpenDocument (ODF)

• Discovery Channel switches to Silverlight in a flash

  International Web development firm @www has built a new user interface for TV broadcaster the Discovery Channel using Microsoft's Silverlight -- the software giant's challenger to Adobe's Flash.

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  Virtually large but apparently small

  You've only got to hang around a datacentre for about 30 seconds before someone starts raving on about virtualisation. While the cost benefits of virtualisation are obvious, the management challenges often get swept under the carpet.

Features and Case Studies (23)

• Performance problems?

  We examine tools that can drill down through your applications to pinpoint exactly where loading causes trouble.

• Security with bite: 15 technologies tested

  In this special review, we round up the various authentication devices on the market.

• Biometrics: Still searching for a pulse

  A few years ago, the uptake of biometric technology was considered a sure thing. But fast forward to present day and ZDNet Australia can reveal that companies are reluctant to use biometrics due to their negative stigma.

• Six office suites reviewed

  Developers of alternative office software need to place more emphasis on ease of conversion if they ever wish to dethrone Microsoft. We test six office suites in the market.

• Six ADSL firewall routers tested

  Distributed companies increasingly use VPN connections to access and share information. We test ADSL firewall routers that are designed for this purpose.

Reviews (64)

• Motorola H780 Bluetooth Headset

  The H780 features a simple, discreet design and solid performance, but is a little expensive for what you get.

• LG Shine (TU720)

  LG makes some of our favourite prepaid handsets, and the TU720 is no exception. This new Shine matches good looks with great basic functionality and an excellent online experience.

• Asus Eee PC S101

  Asus packs the same basic components found in other Netbooks into a stylish, slim chassis for a modest premium in price, with some unfortunate keyboard-layout compromises.

• Lenovo Ideapad S10

  Lenovo's "me, too!" entry in the netbook sweepstakes, the IdeaPad S10, gets the price and features right, but falls behind on battery life.

• HP Mini 1000

  HP may have arrived late to the consumer netbook game, but by lifting the generous keyboard from last year's business-oriented model, the Mini 1000 easily joins the category's top tier.

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