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  • End to Win98 support may boost desktop Linux

    From today, Microsoft will no longer issue security updates or provide support for Windows 98 and Windows ME, which could lead users to trying alternative operating systems such as Linux.

  • Four USB miniature storage devices

    The arrival of portable USB storage devices,"so small that they fit easily in your pocket and even sport rings for easy key chain attachment,"may finally put the venerable floppy to rest. We examine four options.

  • Troubleshooting Trojan horses

    Firewalls and network policies don't always protect desktop systems from careless users. Use these tips to make sure your system cleanup is complete.

  • T&B Software Survey Australia Results

    Based on the data from over one thousand respondents to our online survey, T&B and ZDNet Australia come up with the goods on what software Australians like best--and what vendors provide the best service and support.

  • Revolution and evolution in the PC industry

    If you spend enough time in and around the personal computer industry, you will invariably get so jaded that very few things can evoke interest, enthusiasm, or even excitement.

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  • End to Win98 support may boost desktop Linux

    From today, Microsoft will no longer issue security updates or provide support for Windows 98 and Windows ME, which could lead users to trying alternative operating systems such as Linux.

  • Time to ditch Outlook? Eight alternatives tested

    Outlook has been copping some heat lately, largely for attracting virus writers, while Thunderbird has been getting all of the good press. Is it time to dump Outlook? We review the options.

  • Tuning Win98 network performance

    Here are some quick and easy fixes you can make to Windows 98 to increase overall network performance. Additional reading: What's inside your employees' PC?

  • Open source software as a viable business choice

    As an IT manager, controlling software costs is a top priority. Make sure you understand how to promote the virtues of open source.

  • Deciding what do to with Win98

    If you are deciding whether to maintain Windows 98 clients or upgrade, do some research first. To help you decide your next step, here is a clarification of Microsoft's product lifecycle policies.

Reviews (16)

  • Time to ditch Outlook? 9 e-mail clients tested

    Outlook has been copping some heat lately, largely for attracting virus writers, while Thunderbird has been getting all of the good press. We examine the two products, and other e-mail clients available today, so you can see if replacing Outlook really is an option.

  • Who's spying on you? 6 anti-spyware apps tested

    Call it spyware, adware, malware, or tracking software, those hidden bits of code may be broadcasting your innermost secrets to the world. Here's how to put a stop to it.

  • Bang for your buck: 4 Budget printers tested

    Are printers in the sub AU$100 space actually worth buying? We check out four low-cost printing options in our Australian review.

  • Office politics: Microsoft Office XP vs Sun StarOffice 6

    Sun would like to think it can succeed where others have failed,,"in breaking Microsoft's stranglehold on the office productivity market,"by offering a product that's almost as good as Microsoft Office at a much lower price. Do the sums add up?

  • Search and deploy

    ZDNet Australia looks at software deployment packages designed to help you reduce network administration costs.

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