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Microsoft's high prices drive FSW to Linux, open source
Microsoft's high costs and pricing policies are driving FSW Inc. into the arms of the open source community. The company's IT director describes how and why FSW switched to Linux and open source apps and to server virtualization and OpenOffice deskto... Article
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Linux Standard Base (LSB)
The Linux Standard Base (LSB), also called the LSB project, is an ongoing effort to standardize the structure of Linux and related operating systems, with the intention of increasing compatibility among systems that use different versions (also known... Definition
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How one bank found a perfect balance for Linux and Windows
Here's how one network engineer strikes a balance between Linux and Windows. Kerry Miller finds the right spot for both at First Victoria National Bank in Texas. Article
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Niche Linux servers break out of HPC into enterprise
Watch out, IBM, Dell and HP! Linux server vendors that have carved out a space in high-performance computing markets are taking their tailor-made servers into new enterprise markets, providing a welcomed change for businesses that want to save money ... Article
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OASIS gives Microsoft Office another punch with ODF Adoption Committee
OpenDocument was in the news again this week as OASIS launched a new committee designed to unseat proprietary file formats like Microsoft Office. Article
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Deploying Linux: Should you pre-compile binaries or roll your own?
The completion of precompiled packages and maximizing machine performance are two powerful incentives for Windows admins to use Linux and compile an OSS package. Tip
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Linux, Windows migration and interoperability
This guide introduces you to Windows and Linux software, explains best practices and pitfalls to avoid for migration & interoperability and provides troubleshooting help and advice. Learning Guide
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Terpstra: Don't choose or pitch Linux, open source just for cost savings
In this interview, Samba team co-founder and author of "Hardening Linux," John H. Terpstra, advocates finding the best fit for your IT organization. Article
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Kusnetzky: IT shops' needs drive Open-Xchange's new Outlook
Former IDC analyst Dan Kusnetzkyconnects the dots between the Open-Xchange Server 5 updates and trends in corporate IT strategies. Article
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SCALE Linux Desktop 10 news revisited, revised
Novell's Linux desktop 10 will include improved file sharing, security and interoperability features, plus support for Visual Basic macros in Excel. Article