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RPM Package Manager (Red-hat Package Manager)
RPM Package Manager (also known simply as RPM), originally called the Red-hat Package Manager, is a program for installing, uninstalling, and managing software packages in Linux. RPM was developed on the basis of the Linux Standard Base (LSB). In lat... Definition
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At university, GroupWise on Linux beats out Exchange
When Golden Gate University's e-mail/collaboration software needed an update, Exchange was on the eval list. In this story, GGU's IT team explains why Exchange wasn't chosen and the university is pursuing an aggressive new Linux and open source strat... Article
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Choosing between MySQL 4.0 and MySQL 5.0 for client server app development
MySQL expert Mike Hillyer explains why sometimes IT shops should be aggressive with newer versions of MySQL. Ask the Expert
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OpenOffice expert's review: On-the-go docs with AjaxWrite
An office suite expert explores the word-processing capabilities of a free, web-based app, AjaxWrite, by writing an article with it. Tip
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LinuxWorld: Maintaining the impact of open source applications
At LinuxWorld, SearchOpenSource.com interviewed Maria Winslow, open source practice leader for Virtuas, to talk about her views on emerging open source technologies. Article
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YaST: Setting up a local SUSE Linux update server
Find out how Novell's SUSE Linux YaST utility can set up your client and server machines to collect updates as well as acting as the installation source for your desktops. Tip
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Red Hat pledges 'integrated virtualization' platform
Red Hat executives announced that the next evolution of the enterprise Linux platform would have an integrated, easy-to-install virtualization platform. 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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Tux
Tux, the penguin, is the generally accepted official logo for the Linux operating system. Definition
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Mainframers battle bugs in new virtualization
Early adopters offered strong support on the latest mainframe virtualization release z/VM 5.2. Customers especially liked the 64-bit upgrade, but some shops had an easier implementation than others. Article