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Minister promotes Linux beyond the pew and into the data center
It's no shock that someone who calls Microsoft an "economic terrorist" would balk at the idea of allowing the company's software to run on his computer. The Rev. Don Parris, a Linux devotee, says he doesn't hate the company. He just wants to replace ... Article | 03 May 2006
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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 | 01 May 2006
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Microsoft exec calls for calm on OSS site
Port 25, Microsoft's window into its Open Source Software Lab, is a month old and already users are doubtful the move is genuine. Upper management at Microsoft is the real roadblock to constructive dialogue, they say. Article | 27 Apr 2006
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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 | 28 Mar 2006
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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 | 16 Mar 2006
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Breaking down barriers to Linux desktop adoption
IT consultant and "Linux Desktop Hacks" co-author Jono Bacon describes how to combat irrational rejection of the Linux desktop adoption, which he thinks is just as good as Windows. Article | 27 Feb 2006
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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 | 15 Feb 2006
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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 | 15 Feb 2006
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Scalix founder: New e-mail release MS-friendly and MS rival
Scalix 10 is both Microsoft-friendly and bad news for Microsoft, says Scalix's founder in this interview. Scalix 10, a new Linux-based e-mail release, was unveiled today at the Open Source Business Conference in San Francisco. Article | 14 Feb 2006
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Two ways Microsoft's mindshare sabotages Linux desktop adoption
Microsoft may not make flawless software, but its proprietary strategy is hard to fault. In particular, Microsoft has mastered desktop lock-in, undermining users' confidence in any alternatives and creating a slew of minor difficulties that irritate ... Column | 09 Feb 2006