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OpenOffice 2.0 Toolbox
This is your guide to getting started with free, open source office suite OpenOffice 2.0. Begin your move away from Microsoft Office today. The two apps aren't as different as you would think. Learning Guide
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Microsoft Windows apps versus Linux and open source
How does Linux compare to Windows in 2006? Experts weigh in on that question in these articles, comparing the operating systems' security, reliability and usability. Get insiders' views on Microsoft's proprietary stack versus open source software, as... Spotlight
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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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Linux basics for Windows admins
IT pros who know how to improve performance and tune proprietary applications to run on Linux will be in big demand, analysts say. So, why not take steps toward making yourself a hot commodity? This extensive library of basic Linux information has be... Learning Guide
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La Curacao replaces Netware with Novell SUSE
La Curacao Hispanic store chain boost performance and save time and money by converting from Novell Netware and Microsoft Windows to Novell SUSE Linux. Article | 03 Nov 2009
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Economics and virtualization stunt Linux server growth
Linux server adoption has decreased somewhat in 2009, according to a recent SearchDataCenter.com survey. Virtualization and the economy are the chief reasons. Article | 30 Sep 2009
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Microsoft submits Hyper-V drivers to Linux kernel
Microsoft's submission of device drivers for Hyper-V to the Linux kernel under GPLv2 is viewed as both a coup for Linux and open source, and as a self-serving initiative to boost the company's position against VMWare. News | 22 Jul 2009
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Cognos taps Novell SUSE Linux for mainframe debut
Cognos chose Novell SUSE Linux Enterprise as the first mainframe operating system on which to run its business intelligence application. Article | 14 Jul 2008
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Former Windows shop recalls path to Oracle Unbreakable Linux
When Acuity Brands first began running Oracle on Linux, the operating system was unproven. Today the company is a firm believer in the platform. Article | 17 Mar 2008
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Linux x86 growth outpaced by Microsoft Windows
The Linux server market has continued its robust quarter-over-quarter growth in the x86 market, but Microsoft -- yes, that Microsoft -- had bigger growth overall. Article | 11 Jun 2007
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Microsoft Windows ousted at California school district
After a few speed bumps, the Windsor School District is on track to all but eliminate Microsoft Windows in favor of Novell SUSE Linux servers and desktops. Article | 28 Feb 2007
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Linux servers join with Active Directory
Centeris launched Likewise Identity 3.0, an identity management app that turns Linux servers into native Microsoft Active Directory clients. Article | 23 Jan 2007
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Linux grid takes out firm's aging mainframe
After decades on a mainframe, the U.S.'s oldest automotive information and metrics provider looked to Linux on a grid for an elegant -- and fast -- money-saving alternative. Article | 04 Jan 2007
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Channel Q&A: IT shops worried about Microsoft deals, upgrades, data centers
A system architect uncovers dark IT trends, including erosion of confidence in Microsoft's products, decaying data centers and sorry security practices. The good news: open source is helping. Article | 15 Nov 2006
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Using common Linux mail clients with an Exchange Server
Begin your migration away from Microsoft Exchange by learning how to set up Linux mail clients, Evolution and Thunderbird, to talk to Exchange. Tip
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Reducing Windows desktop total cost of ownership
IT managers who make the Windows desktop environment a high priority can grow the business -- instead of making it a cost center. Tip
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Mass-migrating Microsoft Word documents to OpenOffice.org on Linux
: If you're migrating documents from Microsoft Word to OpenOffice.org on Linux, don't make the leap without considering the options, pitfalls and tools available. Tip
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Migrating a corporation to OpenOffice
This case study describes the successes and pitfalls of migrating a large corporation from Microsoft Office to open source office suite OpenOffice. Find out what to avoid and discover the lessons they learned. Tip
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Migrating a city government to OpenOffice
This case study covers a city government's migration from Microsoft Office to OpenOffice on a Linux network that was formerly running Unix. Find out what made this move successful. This is part of a series about migrations from proprietary office sof... Tip
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Introduction to coLinux: Linux on Windows, Literally
You can still run Linux inside Windows, even if you have limited operating system capabilities, thanks to Cooperative Linux, or coLinux, without even having to reboot. Tip
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Golden on Linux: ODF vs. OpenXML, RHEL 5 and Linux adoption
In this tip, an open source software and applications expert explains why the OpenDocument-OpenXML debate doesn't matter and why Red Hat is the best Linux choice for businesses. Tip
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Open source communities, adoption and the Microsoft-Novell deal
An expert describes the aim of open source advocacy communities, the formation of a new one, and how the Microsoft-Novell deal impacts the community and adoption. Tip
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Migrating to Novell's SUSE Linux: Lessons learned in a successful project
In this case study on the Metropolitan Bank Group's migration to Novell's SUSE Linux, an expert offers conclusions as to what makes a migration successful. Tip
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Migrating Microsoft Internet Information Server to Apache on Red Hat Linux
If you're moving to Apache server from Microsoft Internet Information Server, be aware that this migration involves more than just copying files. In this tip, users will learn how to move a site from IIS to Apache on Red Hat, although this is applica... Tip
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Pre-loaded Linux = Increased adoption?
A user asks whether pre-loading Linux will mean an increase in adoption or will users stick with the familiar Windows operating system. Ask the Expert
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RHEL 5 or Vista?
An expert talks about the pros and cons of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 for a user torn between using Linux and upgrading to Vista. Ask the Expert
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OpenXML vs. OpenDocument Format (ODF)
An expert discusses possible issues that could arise from using OpenXML and OpenDocument Format. Ask the Expert
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Linux vs. Windows security
An expert describes what makes Linux more secure than Windows. Ask the Expert
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OpenOffice.org vs. Microsoft Office 2007
An office suite expert explains why users are considering OpenOffice.org with the release of Microsoft Office 2007 and how it compares to OpenOffice. Ask the Expert
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Dual-booting with a Linux Lenovo Thinkpad
For dual-booting with Windows, a desktop recommends installing Windows first before re-installing Linux. Ask the Expert
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Migration training/support costs
An expert warns that migrating to a Linux desktop isn't the hard part; power users are the ones who need to watch out. Ask the Expert
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IE security vs. Firefox
Find out why one expert will still choose Firefox over Internet Explorer every time. Ask the Expert
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Replacing Microsoft Project
Office suite expert Solveig Haugland recommends alternatives for Microsoft Project and Web-based apps. Ask the Expert
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MySQL Cluster vs. Oracle RAC
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Linux
Linux is a Unix-like operating system that was designed to provide personal computer users a free or very low-cost operating system comparable to traditional and usually more expensive Unix systems. (Continued...) Definition
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Using common Linux mail clients with an Exchange Server
Begin your migration away from Microsoft Exchange by learning how to set up Linux mail clients, Evolution and Thunderbird, to talk to Exchange. Tip
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La Curacao replaces Netware with Novell SUSE
La Curacao Hispanic store chain boost performance and save time and money by converting from Novell Netware and Microsoft Windows to Novell SUSE Linux. Article
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Economics and virtualization stunt Linux server growth
Linux server adoption has decreased somewhat in 2009, according to a recent SearchDataCenter.com survey. Virtualization and the economy are the chief reasons. Article
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Microsoft submits Hyper-V drivers to Linux kernel
Microsoft's submission of device drivers for Hyper-V to the Linux kernel under GPLv2 is viewed as both a coup for Linux and open source, and as a self-serving initiative to boost the company's position against VMWare. News
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Cognos taps Novell SUSE Linux for mainframe debut
Cognos chose Novell SUSE Linux Enterprise as the first mainframe operating system on which to run its business intelligence application. Article
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Linux
Linux is a Unix-like operating system that was designed to provide personal computer users a free or very low-cost operating system comparable to traditional and usually more expensive Unix systems. (Continued...) Definition
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Former Windows shop recalls path to Oracle Unbreakable Linux
When Acuity Brands first began running Oracle on Linux, the operating system was unproven. Today the company is a firm believer in the platform. Article
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Reducing Windows desktop total cost of ownership
IT managers who make the Windows desktop environment a high priority can grow the business -- instead of making it a cost center. Tip
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Mass-migrating Microsoft Word documents to OpenOffice.org on Linux
: If you're migrating documents from Microsoft Word to OpenOffice.org on Linux, don't make the leap without considering the options, pitfalls and tools available. Tip
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Migrating a corporation to OpenOffice
This case study describes the successes and pitfalls of migrating a large corporation from Microsoft Office to open source office suite OpenOffice. Find out what to avoid and discover the lessons they learned. Tip
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About Windows-to-Linux migration
For some companies, a Windows-to-Linux migration is a no-brainer. It can reduce operating system licensing and OS support costs, provide an IT shop with greater operating system security and stability, and also greater flexibility as an organization grows. But even if migrating from Windows to Linux makes sense, your company also needs to consider the potential drawbacks, including lack of in-house Linux administrator expertise to manage Linux, inadequate Linux server support, Linux integration with your existing architecture, Linux interoperability issues and more. This section on moving from Windows to Linux distributions, covers Linux platforms such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Novell SUSE Linux and Ubuntu, and helps your organization decide whether a migration to Linux is right for your IT environment and the important choices and tasks that await you once you decide on a Linux deployment. This go-to- Linux help resource will help your organization consider the issues in moving applications from Windows to Linux, installing and configuring Linux from Windows and managing Linux. This section covers issues in Windows-to-Linux migration that include migrating from Windows applications to open source options such as OpenOffice, running Linux on Windows, and using open source email applications on Exchange Server. Specific migration questions are also addressed, such as migrating applications to Linux, hardware drivers for Linux, using the Linux command line, support for Linux, how to configure Linux, managing Linux distributions and more.