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InformationWeek, November 14, 2009 Amazon, Google, Microsoft and others are investing aggressively in the cloud, even as critics point to security, reliability, and compatibility issues. We cut through the fog. Is Antivirus Software Dead? InformationWeek, November 07, 2009 Always-on Internet connectivity is keeping malware concerns alive and well. We examine whether antivirus software is up to the task, or whether it's a security solution of the past. Is The Desktop PC Doomed? InformationWeek, October 31, 2009 The rise of Web-based apps, virtualization, and a crop of powerful mobile devices have the traditional PC desktop on the run. How To Install Microsoft Windows 7 InformationWeek, October 24, 2009 Say goodbye to Vista and XP, and let us walk you through the installation of your new operating system, step-by-step. Build A Linux Distro With SUSE Studio InformationWeek, October 10, 2009 SUSE-based Linux distributions can be built with little more than a working knowledge of the open source operating system. Windows 7 Survival Guide: From 32- To 64-Bit InformationWeek, September 19, 2009 Your old hardware isn't doomed. Here's how to migrate 32-bit printers and scanners onto your 64-bit version of the Windows 7 operating system. Which Web Browser And Why? InformationWeek, August 22, 2009 Stuck in a 'Net surfing rut? Firefox, IE, Safari, and Opera have all been refreshed recently, and newbies Google Chrome and Microsoft IE 8 have joined the fray. Here's how to choose. Is Linux Irrelevant? InformationWeek, August 10, 2009 It's not the distro or even the Linux kernel that matter. It's the things made with Linux -- the servers, smartphones, netbooks, and other mobile devices. Best Video Editing Apps For Bloggers InformationWeek, August 03, 2009 We look at Adobe Premiere Elements, DeskShare Auto Movie Creator, Cyberlink PowerDirector, Corel VideoStudio, and other video editing software for vloggers. How To Upgrade To Windows 7 From Windows XP InformationWeek, July 27, 2009 An in-place operating system upgrade to Microsoft Windows 7 on a Windows XP system is impossible. Here's how to migrate your data and apps with the fewest hassles. Free Operating Systems That Aren't Linux InformationWeek, July 11, 2009 We look beyond the traditional open source OS of choice to other free options such BSD, OpenSolaris, HaikuOS, ReactOS, and PureDarwin. Beyond Google Docs: 7 Web-Based Collaboration Apps InformationWeek, July 06, 2009 Along with the search-engine giant's popular collaboration tools, we look at Zoho Writer, Pastebin, Dabbleboard, Dimdim, Yugma, and Bubbl.us. Microsoft Windows 7 Under The Hood InformationWeek, June 13, 2009 We dig into the operating system's security User Account Controls, Resource Monitor, and Action Center and uncover a trove of advanced features in Vista's upcoming successor. Windows 7 Vs. Linux: OS Face-Off InformationWeek, May 30, 2009 While Windows 7 has been brewing in Microsoft's labs, Linux has been maturing. We look at what each operating system is capable of today, and how they measure up against each other. Linux Distros For Netbooks InformationWeek, May 23, 2009 Our Linux expert tries out netbook-ready Puppy Linux, Ubuntu Netbook Remix, Xubuntu, gOS, and Moblin, and reports on how they stack up. Inside Ubuntu 9.04 InformationWeek, May 02, 2009 Critics are calling 'Jaunty Jackalope' as slick and seamless as Mac OS X. We uncover the Linux distro's pitfalls and gotchas -- as well as its hidden delights. 5 Things To Do With Dead PC Hardware InformationWeek, April 25, 2009 Learn the five best fates for dead PCs, notebooks, hard drives, and other gear. Hint: Letting them go to a landfill is not one of them. Recycling is. Review: Open-Source Office Suites Compared InformationWeek, April 10, 2009 In search of an alternative to Microsoft Office, we test OpenOffice.org, StarOffice from Sun, IBM's Lotus Symphony, KOffice for Linux, and AbiWord. PC Failures, PC Fixes: Troubleshooting Mysterious Problems InformationWeek, April 04, 2009 Our expert shares strategies for dealing with difficult-to-trace desktop computer problems stemming from Windows and hardware failures, electrical problems, and untrappable OS issues. Windows XP's Final Days: A Practical Guide InformationWeek, March 28, 2009 Users who shunned Vista and are clinging to XP until the release of Windows 7 can get the most out of the aging operating system by following these tips. What Windows 7 Needs To Succeed InformationWeek, March 09, 2009 Microsoft is getting early kudos for the Windows 7 beta, but our reviewer has identified some tools and accessories which improve the out-of-the box experience for monitoring system health, backing up data, playing media files, and more. Which Linux Distro And Why? InformationWeek, February 24, 2009 Starting with basic Ubuntu and working his way through Fedora and Debian, space-saving Puppy Linux, powerful Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and more than a dozen others, our open source expert matches Linux distros to specific needs. Windows 7 Vs. Linux: The Battle For Your Desktop InformationWeek, February 16, 2009 Early reaction to Windows 7 is that it's a winner. Could the successor to Vista be Microsoft's last gasp, or does open source have a formidable new rival to Linux? Is Open Source A Recession-Fighting Tool? InformationWeek, February 10, 2009 The buzz on open source is that it can slash IT costs and save budgets. Our Linux expert looks at where and how much can be saved with FOSS -- and gives some caveats. Trick Out Your PC With Multiple Monitors InformationWeek, January 31, 2009 A video card, the right utilities, and an extra display or two can dramatically enhance the way you work, use multimedia apps, play games, or simply surf the Internet. Here's how to tweak your rig. Top 10 Open Source Stories Of 2008 InformationWeek, December 20, 2008 The advent of Linux-powered netbooks, the launch of Google's Android and Chrome, and Nokia's move to snap up Symbian pushed open source further into the mainstream, despite ongoing legal wrangling. Fixing Linux: What's Broken And What To Do About It InformationWeek, December 01, 2008 The open-source operating system still has major problems that need immediate attention. Our expert recommends configuration, versioning, and GUI enhancements, to name a few. What's Next For Linux? Unifying The OS Amid Steady Change InformationWeek, November 15, 2008 Count on Linux continuing to expand to fill 'new ecological niches.' Installing Ubuntu 8.10 In 12 Easy Steps InformationWeek, November 07, 2008 The latest version of Ubuntu Linux takes a good thing and makes it even better. Our 12-step visual guide shows you how to get Ubuntu 8.10 up and running smoothly. Cloud Computing Tools For Managing Amazon, Google Services InformationWeek, November 05, 2008 Getting the most out of Amazon's Web Services or Google's App Engine requires the right tools. We run down the benefits of Elastra, Coghead, Heroku, Enomaly, and Hyperic CloudStatus. How Linux Can Conquer The Laptop InformationWeek, October 15, 2008 Linux's first step must be to own the emerging netbook market, where it is gaining traction among users who live on Web-based apps and aren't married to Windows. 12 Tricks To Teach Your USB Thumb Drive InformationWeek, September 26, 2008 A USB drive can be used for more than just porting data -- it can carry entire bootable applications, lock down a PC, and even call for help when lost. What Linux Will Look Like In 2012 InformationWeek, August 14, 2008 Our open source expert foresees the future of Linux: By 2012 the OS will have matured into three basic usage models. Web-based apps rule, virtualization is a breeze, and command-line hacking for basic system configuration is a thing of the past. Inside The OSCON 2008 Open Source Conference InformationWeek, July 29, 2008 We round up our coverage of the open source OSCON 2008 conference. Don't miss Q&As with Ubuntu's Mark Shuttleworth and The Linux Foundation's Jim Zemlin. Check out the photo gallery, too. Review: Virtual Machine Software For The Desktop InformationWeek, July 17, 2008 We rounded up major virtual machine apps for individual users from VMware, Microsoft, and Sun Microsystems, as well as Fabrice Bellard's QEMU 0.9.1, and found that licensing types, features, and drawbacks vary widely. Symbian's Success Hinges On Community Involvement InformationWeek, June 28, 2008 Sun's experience making Java open source offers lessons for Nokia. Open Source Data Recovery Tools To The Rescue InformationWeek, June 24, 2008 Disasters happen to the best of computers. Luckily, open source apps like SystemRescueCD, dd, Partedmagic, BackTrack, Security Tools Distribution, Helix, and TestDisk can help recover important data and bring dead systems back to life. How To Tame Microsoft Windows Vista's UAC InformationWeek, May 27, 2008 Are all those Windows Vista User Account Control warnings driving you nuts? Here are seven ways to make Vista's UAC less intrusive, while keeping legitimate security threats at bay. SaaS Could Gum Up Open Source's Code-Sharing Model InformationWeek, May 24, 2008 Advocates are concerned SaaS providers will transform but not contribute their innovations back to the community. How To Run Linux From A USB Flash Drive InformationWeek, May 20, 2008 Want to run Linux any time, any place? Here's what to do with popular distributions like Puppy Linux, Ubuntu, and Fedora, so you can boot up directly from your thumb drive. Windows Vista SP1 Disaster Recovery Guide InformationWeek, May 06, 2008 Vista's SP1 was expected to solve a lot of problems; instead, it caused even more trouble. Here are fixes to some top complaints, from a Windows Update that won't update to endless reboot loops. Linux Shootout: 7 Desktop Distros Compared InformationWeek, May 05, 2008 We tested openSUSE, Ubuntu 8.04, PCLinuxOS, Mandriva Linux One, Fedora, SimplyMEPIS, and CentOS 5.1. All performed well, and each had at least one truly outstanding feature. Customize Windows Vista Installations With vLite InformationWeek, April 04, 2008 Create custom Windows Vista installations by adding or removing system components and automating setup options with vLite. It's unsupported by Microsoft, but vLite is free and will delight Vista enthusiasts. 7 Whole-Disk Encryption Apps Put A Lock On Data InformationWeek, March 28, 2008 TruCrypt, PGP, FreeOTFE, BitLocker, DriveCrypt, and 7-Zip provide remarkably strong, on-the-fly, encryption to keep your data secure from loss, theft, or prying eyes. Windows Vista SP1 Survival Guide InformationWeek, March 26, 2008 Here's how to get ready for Windows Vista Service Pack 1, due from Microsoft in March, with its much needed performance enhancements, security upgrades, and compatibility revisions. Blu-ray Basics: Using The High-Definition DVD Format On Your PC InformationWeek, March 06, 2008 Now that Sony's Blu-ray has won the next-gen DVD war against Toshiba's HD DVD, find out whether it's worth adding to your PC, for entertainment and data storage. 5 Desktop Search Apps That Make Finding Files Simple InformationWeek, February 21, 2008 Lost in the sea of documents, e-mails, and other data on your computer? Desktop search tools abound -- from a free personal app to a high-dollar enterprise edition. 5 Great, Lesser-Known Security Suites InformationWeek, February 09, 2008 While big-name security suites such as Norton and McAfee dominate the market, there are others out there that may be just as good -- or better. We look at five alternative security suites. How To Roll Your Own Linux Distro InformationWeek, January 29, 2008 Whether you want to customize Knoppix, respin an existing distribution of the open-source operating system, like Puppy Linux, or are intent on creating your own package from scratch, we'll walk you through the process. 12 Windows Vista Tweaks To Boost Your PC's Performance InformationWeek, January 22, 2008 Our tips on finding and weeding out system performance hogs, optimizing memory, and restraining Vista's features will make your system soar. |
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