Software
Linux netbooks look likely to save Australian government education election promise
By: David M Williams
The New South Wales (NSW) Department of Education and Training (DET) has today revealed its required specifications for custom-built laptops it intends to issue to students from grades 9 to 12 by the middle of 2009. In what is remniscent of a netbook, the budget is set at $500 per model, with hardware at that level.
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By: David M Williams
The New South Wales (NSW) Department of Education and Training (DET) has today revealed its required specifications for custom-built laptops it intends to issue to students from grades 9 to 12 by the middle of 2009. In what is remniscent of a netbook, the budget is set at $500 per model, with hardware at that level.
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Windows Vista SP2 due April 2009?
By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
An online hardware review website has come out with news from a “confidential source” that Windows Vista SP2 is due to go RTM in April 2009, with the “Release to Web” (RTW) still "to be advised".
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By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
An online hardware review website has come out with news from a “confidential source” that Windows Vista SP2 is due to go RTM in April 2009, with the “Release to Web” (RTW) still "to be advised".
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Internode starts “Chumby contest” in Aussie content boost bid
By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
The Wi-Fi “digital virtual anything viewer” that is the Chumby has come to Australia courtesy of local ISP Internode, and to boost the amount of Australian content available, Internode is launching a month-long contest with a $2000 prize pack to be won. You don’t even need to own a Chumby to enter!
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By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
The Wi-Fi “digital virtual anything viewer” that is the Chumby has come to Australia courtesy of local ISP Internode, and to boost the amount of Australian content available, Internode is launching a month-long contest with a $2000 prize pack to be won. You don’t even need to own a Chumby to enter!
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Why do Windows programs suck so freaking much? (and what can they learn from Linux)
By: David M Williams
Look, I'm sorry, but it has to be said. Open Task Manager on any Windows computer and chances are there are a hundred processes even if you're just sitting idly on the desktop. What's with the obsession to constantly make crap run on startup? Let's look at some common offenders and how to cut them down to size.
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By: David M Williams
Look, I'm sorry, but it has to be said. Open Task Manager on any Windows computer and chances are there are a hundred processes even if you're just sitting idly on the desktop. What's with the obsession to constantly make crap run on startup? Let's look at some common offenders and how to cut them down to size.
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Google voice search breaks iPhone App Store rules and gets away with it
By: Stephen Withers
Apple has blocked some iPhone applications from the App Store for seemingly arbitrary reasons, but it seems that if you're big enough they'll turn a blind eye. Google has admitted that its voice search is in breach of Apple's rules
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By: Stephen Withers
Apple has blocked some iPhone applications from the App Store for seemingly arbitrary reasons, but it seems that if you're big enough they'll turn a blind eye. Google has admitted that its voice search is in breach of Apple's rules
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MYOB sells US business, leaves China
By: Stephen Withers
In a move that signals a return of MYOB to its core operations, the accounting software company has divested itself of its US business and pulled out of China after a fruitless three years. MYOB has sold its US operations including the development of its Mac accounting software to its local distributor, Acclivity.
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By: Stephen Withers
In a move that signals a return of MYOB to its core operations, the accounting software company has divested itself of its US business and pulled out of China after a fruitless three years. MYOB has sold its US operations including the development of its Mac accounting software to its local distributor, Acclivity.
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Picasa for Mac: coming soon?
By: Stephen Withers
A particular complaint I've heard from Windows switchers concerns the absence of Google's Picasa from the Mac. But that may be about to change.
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By: Stephen Withers
A particular complaint I've heard from Windows switchers concerns the absence of Google's Picasa from the Mac. But that may be about to change.
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QuickTime 7.5.7 fixes iTunes SD DisplayPort blues
By: Stephen Withers
It looks like a software glitch may have been the cause of the recent problems some MacBook owners experienced when attempting to play standard-definition iTunes content on an external display.
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By: Stephen Withers
It looks like a software glitch may have been the cause of the recent problems some MacBook owners experienced when attempting to play standard-definition iTunes content on an external display.
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The complete Christmas shopper's guide to Linux-based netbooks
By: David M Williams
Give a gift of a netbook this year; I will be. These ultra-light computing devices are versatile, affordable and appealing. But which one to buy? Should you pay more for a laptop? What are the pros and cons between different models? Never fear, here's how to work your way through the morass and buy with confidence!
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By: David M Williams
Give a gift of a netbook this year; I will be. These ultra-light computing devices are versatile, affordable and appealing. But which one to buy? Should you pay more for a laptop? What are the pros and cons between different models? Never fear, here's how to work your way through the morass and buy with confidence!
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Norton AntiVirus 2009 gets new “Gaming” edition
By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Already buoyed by the release of Norton Internet Security 2009 with superfast speed and ultralight impact on Windows PCs, and winning a zillion awards, Symantec is now launching a special Gaming Edition of its Norton AntiVirus 2009 software, due in January.
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By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Already buoyed by the release of Norton Internet Security 2009 with superfast speed and ultralight impact on Windows PCs, and winning a zillion awards, Symantec is now launching a special Gaming Edition of its Norton AntiVirus 2009 software, due in January.
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Safari 3.2.1: fix or no fix?
By: Stephen Withers
Apple has released the 3.2.1 update for the Safari web browser less than two weeks after its predecessor. What's going on?
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By: Stephen Withers
Apple has released the 3.2.1 update for the Safari web browser less than two weeks after its predecessor. What's going on?
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Opera Mini 4.2 brings mobile browsing to life - again!
By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Got a modern mobile that can run Java apps, and want a better browser than whatever’s built in? Time for a free upgrade to Opera Mini 4.2, for your Nokia, Sony Ericsson, Samsung Instinct, Google G1 Android gPhone and many more.
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By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Got a modern mobile that can run Java apps, and want a better browser than whatever’s built in? Time for a free upgrade to Opera Mini 4.2, for your Nokia, Sony Ericsson, Samsung Instinct, Google G1 Android gPhone and many more.
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Does crime pay? Online crims enjoy massive boom
By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Symantec’s latest report on the “underground economy” shows that online criminals are enjoying their biggest ever boom, just as the world is experiencing economic turmoil. Never before has online crime been so big or so bad – but there definitely are things you can do to protect yourself!
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By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Symantec’s latest report on the “underground economy” shows that online criminals are enjoying their biggest ever boom, just as the world is experiencing economic turmoil. Never before has online crime been so big or so bad – but there definitely are things you can do to protect yourself!
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Recession proof Microsoft with Hyper-V based virtualisation
By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
In the grip of reduced consumer spending, decreased advertising and a general slowdown of trade, Microsoft, Citrix, VMware, Oracle, Sun and other major commercial software vendors – even Red Hat who makes money from support – are counting on you to bail them out, US Government style. Buying software can aid commercial software companies in avoiding bankruptcy – no matter your platform of choice.
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By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
In the grip of reduced consumer spending, decreased advertising and a general slowdown of trade, Microsoft, Citrix, VMware, Oracle, Sun and other major commercial software vendors – even Red Hat who makes money from support – are counting on you to bail them out, US Government style. Buying software can aid commercial software companies in avoiding bankruptcy – no matter your platform of choice.
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IE8 due mid 2009 – but will you use it?
By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser, currently in beta 2, is due to receive a release candidate in early 2009, with the final release planned “after that”. With the popularity of Firefox and the emergence of Google’s Chrome, will you use IE8?
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By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser, currently in beta 2, is due to receive a release candidate in early 2009, with the final release planned “after that”. With the popularity of Firefox and the emergence of Google’s Chrome, will you use IE8?
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iPhone OS 2.2 is launched, Dev Team says wait!
By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Apple’s long awaited iPhone OS 2.2 update has arrived, and brings the rumoured Google Street View features to life, amongst others. Meanwhile, the iPhone Dev Team cautions those who want to officially unlock their 3G iPhones to stay away from this update.
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By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Apple’s long awaited iPhone OS 2.2 update has arrived, and brings the rumoured Google Street View features to life, amongst others. Meanwhile, the iPhone Dev Team cautions those who want to officially unlock their 3G iPhones to stay away from this update.
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Why doesn't everyone just run Linux?
By: David M Williams
Linux rocks; if you have a netbook, a GPS, a portable media player or any of a number of gadgets chances are it's running Linux under the hood. That's because Linux is reliable, it's versatile, it's robust and it has no licensing fees. So why isn't it mainstream in the desktop world? Here's why.
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By: David M Williams
Linux rocks; if you have a netbook, a GPS, a portable media player or any of a number of gadgets chances are it's running Linux under the hood. That's because Linux is reliable, it's versatile, it's robust and it has no licensing fees. So why isn't it mainstream in the desktop world? Here's why.
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Is Microsoft's Morro, due mid-to-late 2009, a great ad for Linux?!
By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Microsoft will launch a leaner version of an Internet security package to protect users from malware, viruses, rootkits, spyware and trojans, but for some weird reason is waiting until the second half of 2009. Wake up Microsoft – just make OneCare free, today!
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By: Alex Zaharov-Reutt
Microsoft will launch a leaner version of an Internet security package to protect users from malware, viruses, rootkits, spyware and trojans, but for some weird reason is waiting until the second half of 2009. Wake up Microsoft – just make OneCare free, today!
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