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Are Netbooks The Future For The PC Market?
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 11:05 AM ET | Feb 3, 2010
Chip designer ARM's chief executive says that netbooks are the future of computing -- and the future doesn't need Microsoft. Is he onto something here, or is he just blowing smoke?
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Firefox Prepares To Make Its Smartphone Debut
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 01:59 PM ET | Dec 29, 2009
According to the BBC, the first mobile phone version of Firefox is only "days away" from release. In reality, however, most mobile users at small and midsize companies will be in for a much longer wait.
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Dell Revamps Its Ubuntu-Ready Desktop Lineup
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 06:21 PM ET | Dec 11, 2009
Dell is once again beefing up its Linux-ready offerings -- including one that the company bills as the "world's smallest fully functional commercial desktop PC."
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Getting Up Close And Personal With Google Chrome
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 05:08 PM ET | Dec 7, 2009
Want to take a closer look at the work in progress that is Google's Chrome OS? A new InformationWeek hands-on preview is worth a closer look.
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Great Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Ubuntu Linux
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 12:37 PM ET | Nov 20, 2009
I come across lots of "X Number Of Things You Should Know About Linux" articles. This one has a rare and special quality: It's actually useful.
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Yes, Virginia -- There IS A Google Phone
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 07:14 PM ET | Nov 18, 2009
So -- you stay in touch with Google Mail, edit Google Docs, and surf the Web with Google Chrome. You're curious about Google Voice and intrigued over Google Music. Is it just a matter of time before you're carrying a Google Phone?
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Could Linux Fall Prey To Windows Malware?
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 05:20 PM ET | Nov 18, 2009
Can software that allows you to run Windows software on a Linux system also expose your system to Windows malware? In practice, the answer appears to be no.
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Review Roundup: The Droid Delivers The Goods
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 02:06 PM ET | Nov 6, 2009
Chomping at the bit to pick up your new Droid? Before you pull the trigger, check out a round-up of the latest reviews, along with some deals that could save your company some money.
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Ubuntu's Software Center: A Promising Work In Progress
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 01:23 PM ET | Nov 4, 2009
There has been a lot of confusion and hand-wringing lately over Ubuntu's new Software Center feature. Some of this is clearly Canonical's fault, but some of it clearly is not.
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Bank Tells Linux Users: Get Windows Or Get Lost
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 04:42 PM ET | Nov 2, 2009
Would you do business with a bank that forces you to take needless security risks? According to many Linux users, that is exactly what Citibank wants them to do.
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AVG Sends Speedy Small Business Security Signal
Posted by Keith Ferrell 10:33 AM ET | Oct 27, 2009
New Internet security and anti-virus products for small businesses from AVG are being touted by the company as both secure and speedy, with an array of promised features and administrative tools that address some of the tech-challenges smaller firms face.
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Why A Linux Live CD Could Save Your Small Business
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 01:12 PM ET | Oct 20, 2009
Could Linux really protect your business against an online banking disaster? Absolutely -- and the major arguments against this approach simply don't hold water.
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A Quick And Easy Way To Minimize Online Banking Risks
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 02:30 PM ET | Oct 13, 2009
Even if your business runs Windows, it can still use Linux to avoid problems related to one of its most important -- and potentially most dangerous -- online activities: banking.
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Motorola Says "No Thanks" To Windows Mobile 6.5
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 02:03 PM ET | Oct 8, 2009
There is more evidence this week that Windows Mobile faces a very unpleasant -- and perhaps very short -- future.
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Quick FAQ: Making Sense Out Of Moblin
Posted by Matthew McKenzie 05:46 PM ET | Sep 29, 2009
Are you wondering what Moblin is and why you're hearing so much about it lately? Step right up, and we'll try to answer your questions.
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