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Why do Brits love open source?

Why do Brits love open source?

UK is the sixth most open-source software-friendly country in the world - behind Australia, according to research.
Martin Courtney Apr 27 2009 6:52AM Software
Top 10 themes from RSA Security Conference

Top 10 themes from RSA Security Conference

The world's biggest computer security show has come to an end, the expo hall is full of workers breaking down the stands and the assembled throngs are heading home.
Shaun Nichols , Iain Thomson Apr 27 2009 6:48AM Security
Windows 7 RC release date confirmed

Windows 7 RC release date confirmed

Microsoft has confirmed the release candidate of its new operating system, Windows 7, is on track for a release date of April 30.
Phil Muncaster Apr 27 2009 6:48AM Software
Apple tops 1bn App Store sales

Apple tops 1bn App Store sales

Less than one year after it was formally launched, Apple's iTunes App Store has served its one billionth download.
Shaun Nichols Apr 27 2009 6:48AM Software
Hackers targeting human/machine interfaces

Hackers targeting human/machine interfaces

Better security technology means that hackers are focusing more on the point where humans meet machines in their efforts to penetrate systems, an IBM security expert has said.
Iain Thomson Apr 27 2009 6:48AM Security
Microsoft hit by first ever sales drop

Microsoft hit by first ever sales drop

Microsoft has reported its first ever year-on-year drop in sales as the decline in the global PC market hit the world’s largest software supplier.
Bryan Glick Apr 25 2009 8:08AM Software
Yahoo closing Geocities web hosting service

Yahoo closing Geocities web hosting service

Yahoo will close Geocities, the free web hosting service it paid US$4 billion (A$5.62 billion) for 10 years ago.
Rosalie Marshall Apr 25 2009 8:04AM Networking
Google fixes vulnerability in Chrome

Google fixes vulnerability in Chrome

Google has released an updated version of its Chrome browser, fixing a severe security issue.
David Neal Apr 25 2009 8:04AM Security
Conficker frenzy 'exposed media ignorance'

Conficker frenzy 'exposed media ignorance'

The Conficker worm was a classic example of media misunderstanding of malware, said security guru Bruce Schneier.
Iain Thomson Apr 25 2009 8:04AM Security
Optus unveils single bill broadband data pool

Optus unveils single bill broadband data pool

Optus has expanded its total business caps to enable users to pull fixed or mobile broadband from a single data allowance – meaning they are billed only once regardless of how they access the web.
Ry Crozier Apr 25 2009 6:00AM Telco/ISP
Conroy seeks feedback on mobile spectrum auctions

Conroy seeks feedback on mobile spectrum auctions

Senator Stephen Conroy has sought comment from the Australian public as to whether the Government should choose to reallocate mobile spectrum to existing license holders or engage in further spectrum auctions.
Brett Winterford Apr 24 2009 3:27PM Telco/ISP
Living in the post-April 1 era

Living in the post-April 1 era
Dan Kaplan Apr 24 2009 2:54PM Security
Kogan changes ads due to ACCC concern

Kogan changes ads due to ACCC concern

Consumer electronics retailer use of comparison pricing lands it in hot water with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).
Staff Writers Apr 24 2009 2:54PM Hardware
I’m going with the anti-climactic Conficker prediction

I’m going with the anti-climactic Conficker prediction

Dan Kaplan Apr 24 2009 2:52PM Security
Aussie enterprise IT spending resilient: Gartner

Aussie enterprise IT spending resilient: Gartner

IT investment in hardware is expected to remain relatively stable this year with many Aussie firms also set to increase spending on virtualisation, Gartner said.
Staff Writers Apr 24 2009 2:46PM Hardware
Facebook faces the music

Facebook faces the music
Dan Kaplan Apr 24 2009 2:43PM Security
MSI Wind U120H netbook takes on 3G, 6-cell battery

MSI Wind U120H netbook takes on 3G, 6-cell battery

More than just a new coat of paint, the new Wind adds mobility with 3G. While the design and features don't look as cutting edge as they once did, this is still a great netbook
Zara Baxter Apr 24 2009 2:12PM Hardware
Panasonic Toughbook CF-W7, handles bumps and bruises with flair

Panasonic Toughbook CF-W7, handles bumps and bruises with flair

Lightweight, resilient laptop with reasonable performance at a price tag that doesn’t break the bank.
Zara Baxter Apr 24 2009 2:12PM Hardware
Review: MSI Wind U120H netbook takes on 3G, 6-cell battery

Review: MSI Wind U120H netbook takes on 3G, 6-cell battery

More than just a new coat of paint, the new Wind adds mobility with 3G. While the design and features don't look as cutting edge as they once did, this is still a great netbook
Zara Baxter Apr 24 2009 2:12PM Hardware
Review: Panasonic Toughbook CF-W7, handles bumps and bruises with flair

Review: Panasonic Toughbook CF-W7, handles bumps and bruises with flair

Lightweight, resilient laptop with reasonable performance at a price tag that doesn’t break the bank.
Zara Baxter Apr 24 2009 2:12PM Hardware

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