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This download helps you evaluate the new features of Windows Server 2003 R2, the most productive infrastructure platform for powering connected applications, networks, and Web services from the workgroup to the data center. Windows Server 2003 R2 simplifies branch server management, improves identity and access management, reduces storage management costs, provides a rich Web platform. For more information about Windows Server 2003 R2, please go to www.microsoft.com/WindowsServer.
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Ubuntu is a free, open source operating system that starts with the
breadth of Debian and adds regular releases (every six months), a clear
focus on the user and usability (it should "Just Work", TM) and a
commitment to security updates with 18 months of support for every
release. Ubuntu ships with the latest Gnome release as well as a
selection of server and desktop software that makes for a comfortable
desktop experience off a single installation CD
Came across this video to check out how Beryl is, and it's just
amazing! Blew me away. I am so gonna install Beryl when i'm done
building my computer! And to think, Beryl came out first before Vista.
You might notice a similarity with Macs in Beryl, but it's basically
only in the QuickLaunch bar. Anywho, for those who are new to Linux or
haven't seen Beryl in action, prepare to be blown away!
JavaFX is the RIA technology
from Sun. Sun is behind others in the RIA space, including Adobe and
Microsoft, but is looking to make up for lost time through its
expertise in the Java community.
With Apple's highly successful
release of the Application Store, the developers of such applications
may find themselves in a predicament when it comes to the do's and
don'ts. While reading the agreement of application development for the
store, you will find many specific rules on what is, and isn't allowed.
TomTom, a top navigation company announced plans to release a
special version of their software for the iPhone. Apple had explicitly
mentioned in the agreement, that no 'turn-by-turn GPS software' can be
released, however TomTom is still showing dedication to releasing the
software.
You need the Ultimate Boot CD if you want to:
Run
floppy-based diagnostic tools from CDROM drives. More and more PCs are
shipped without floppy drives these days, and it is such a royal pain
when you need to run diagnostic tools on them.
Designed and priced for midsize businesses, Windows Essential
Business Server 2008 simplifies your daily activities with a
Centralized Administration Console that gives you a single point of
access to your IT environment. Windows Essential Business Server 2008
also provides an integrated and predictable platform, allowing you to
view, deploy, manage, and administer third-party applications from one
starting point.
Installing Windows XP Service
Pack 3 sends some PCs into an endless series of reboots, according to
posts to a Microsoft support forum.
Jesper Johansson, a former
program manager for security policy at Microsoft and a prominent
Windows blogger, has worked with users to tentatively identify the
problem as involving only machines using processors from Advanced Micro
Devices.
Computer Active has compiled a list of 50 tips to improve performance of both XP and Vista.
For most people using a computer means using Windows and over the years Microsoft’s operating system has become easier to use.
However,
there is always room for improvement, so in this feature we have
compiled 50 of the finest tips for Windows XP and Vista. These can help
to make Windows even better, easier to use and faster. Most don’t even
require you to install any extra software, so if you want to make your
copy of XP or Vista better, it’s possible to get started immediately.
