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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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Hardware & Software | Linux | Mobile | Windows

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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Company Size: 1-49 | Hardware & Software | Linux | Open Source | SMB Vendor News

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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Hardware & Software | How-To | Linux | Open Source | Tips

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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Company Size: 1-49 | Company Size: 250-999 | Hardware & Software | Linux | Open Source

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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Business & E-Business | Company Size: 1-49 | Hardware & Software | Linux | Security

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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