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Open source software: the way forward?
Companies are beginning to see open source software as a viable alternative for the enterprise, according to a leading analyst. Read more »
Study: Early Apache code quality so-so
The source code for a newer version of the Apache Web server software is of the same quality as proprietary competitors at a similar stage of development, a new study finds. Read more »
With JavaFX, Sun seeks new coders, new revenue
With a back-to-the-future technology called JavaFX, Sun hopes to attract a new class of developer while building a much-needed new revenue source. Read more »
Intel shows off Penryn chips
Intel says its 45-nanometer chips are almost ready for prime time. Read more »
Virtualisation: Is it all about the hardware, or the OS?
The virtualisation specialists are fighting back. Companies like VMware, and more recently XenSource, got their start with standalone virtualisation software -- but Linux sellers and Microsoft, unwilling to cede their influential position selling the foundational software of a computer, are trying to make virtualisation a feature of the operating system. Read more »
Novell brands its own open-source religion
Novell is readying two major product launches meant to make its open-source software more palatable to corporate customers. Read more »
Google courts open-source developers
Google has launched a new site intended to serve as a central resource for developers working on applications related to the popular search engine. Read more »
Red Hat's next Linux due before March
Red Hat plans to ship the next version of its premium Linux product on February 28, debuting major virtualisation technology but missing an earlier deadline by about two months. Read more »
Red Hat looks under Linux's hood
Trying to take a more active role in open-source programming, Red Hat has created a team of 34 programmers to work on nothing but next-generation software, the company announced this week. Read more »
Microsoft adding XML files to Office 12
Microsoft said Thursday that it will introduce new XML-based file formats for its Excel, PowerPoint and Word applications when the company launches its Office 12 software package next year. Read more »
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Java beyond the server
Java has a somewhat deserved reputation for being a server-side-only affair. But now, the language is becoming an increasingly popular choice for embedded development as well. Read more »
Case Study: Taking the Smartpath with Flex
Sometimes it's worth taking a risk on a beta. For Smartpath, taking that risk has led to the creation of a robust and industry-tested asset, help desk and facilities management tool based on Flex. Read more »
Windows Vista RC1 reviewed
Windows Vista RC1 (build 5564) should mark the final stretch for Microsoft's new operating system, but don't be surprised if Microsoft issues one more public release candidate before making Windows Vista final. Read more »
Mobile development in Australia--Part 2
In the second part of our series on mobile development in Australia, Builder AU investigates the skills required and key technical considerations for a succesful mobile deployment. Read more »
Follow these steps to secure your data layer
A secure data layer is essential for a truly secure application. Learn how to nurture a secure environment for the pivotal Data tier of your application with the correct tools. Read more »
Q & A with Linus Torvalds
When Linus Torvalds successfully harnessed the talent of thousands of programmers to create Linux, the operating system that arguably suffered most was Sun Microsystems' Solaris. Read more »
Can't J2EE and .NET just be friends?
The two Web services standards are now settling into their respective roles and the reasons for choosing one over the other are becoming clearer. But can they play nicely together? Read more »
The evolution of .NET
Microsoft is touting the new .NET platform, but is it really new? This article explores the maturation of the basic technologies that are the foundation of .NET. Read more »
XML--where do we go from here?
What if every bit of data in every computer included instructions about its content that would allow any other computer to interact with it? There are signs of real progress, if not revolution. Read more »
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Opera's new SDK: Better browsing on the Wii?Opera has thrown a little more love at device developers by announcing an updated version of its software development kit on Wednesday at CES. Read more »
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It's another year down but some things never change. That was shown this week as Internet Explorer remained under fire from yet another zero-day exploit. In other news, we set a hard drive on fire and Apple cans its involvement with MacWorld. Read more »
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In this week's roundup we take a look at Google's new technology -- Native Client, its Android phone, news from the world of web browsers and more. Read more »
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Space pr0n, patent karma and Yang out -- Club Builder
On Club Builder this week: how NASA plans to get the Internet into space, Jerry Yang is out the door at Yahoo and Brendan Eich discusses javascript engine competition.