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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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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
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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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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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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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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