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Ubuntu gets desktop support for small businesses
Canonical has launched support services for individual and small-business users of the popular Ubuntu Linux distribution. Read more »
Virtualisation set to save businesses millions
Virtualisation can reduce energy consumption and cut operating costs for companies adopting the technology, according to Butler Group's Infrastructure Virtualisation report. Read more »
IBM to cut almost 1,600 more jobs
Marking a second round of layoffs this month, IBM announced on Wednesday that it will cut 1,566 jobs from its global workforce, primarily in its US strategic outsourcing services business. Read more »
Microsoft business security ready for prime time
Microsoft is readying the final version of Forefront Client Security, its long-awaited product to protect business computers against malicious code attacks. Read more »
Cisco, IBM to offer one-stop support
Cisco and IBM mutual customers will be able to access a single helpdesk for the vendors' products under plans for combined support services Read more »
Squiz bows to GPL pressure
Local software vendor Squiz has re-licensed its MySource Matrix tool under the popular GNU General Public License, nearly two years after facing criticism the software's previous licence wasn't open enough. Read more »
Microsoft predicts Vista stampede
Software giant claims businesses will rush to upgrade to Vista, but analysts paint a different picture. Read more »
Centrelink starts $5 million help desk project
Centrelink is to begin a 16 month roll-out of service management software that will eventually see staff help desk queries consolidated and automated under one system. Read more »
Microsoft details Windows Live 'platform'
Microsoft has spelled out its strategy to make its Live Web services accessible to third-party developers, part of its push to capitalise on online services. Read more »
Microsoft bulks up in management software
Microsoft on Tuesday said it will fill out its management software line with a product to help IT pros troubleshoot problems and release a revamped Exchange management console next year. Read more »
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A good server naming convention eases IT workload
Frisky? DC1? Bozo? Pluto? ESX1? These are all server names. Which ones make the most sense? This article talks about server naming. Read more »
10 ways to ensure that you finish work on time
In these times of financial uncertainty, there is a lot of pressure to work longer and longer hours and to be seen doing so. Read more »
10 ways to make sure your conference calls aren't a waste of time
The downturn in travel budgets has sparked an increase in the number of conference calls among those collaborating across distributed environments. Unfortunately, a lot of those calls are poorly handled, by both leaders and participants. These pointers will help keep your calls on track. Read more »
Get off on the right foot with support calls
Many people start talking too soon when they answer the phone — they also gabble their answering script, mainly because the people who decide what the greeting should be haven't really studied the subject properly. Read more »
10+ ways to avoid misunderstandings at work
Miscues happen all the time in business communications, and the results can range from annoying to disastrous. Here are some simple rules to follow that can save you a world of trouble when communicating with colleagues and partners. Read more »
PowerShell 2.0 - Community Technology Preview (CTP) 3 released
Microsoft recently released the third Community Technology Preview for PowerShell 2.0. Sporting a vast number of improvements, PowerShell 2.0 is shaping up to be a robust, reliable choice for administrators with enterprise-grade features critical in many organizations. This article walks you through some of the highlights. Read more »
10 questions to ask before migrating to Linux
If you're thinking about making the switch to Linux, Jack Wallen is all for it -- but only if you approach the migration with your eyes open. He recommends that you evaluate a number of key issues before taking this big step. Read more »
10 ways to be more persuasive and win your case
This article shows 10 tips on how you can persuade people. Read more »
The 10 most dangerous species of IT team leader
There are many competent and sociable team leaders in IT departments; but they don't make for great storytelling. Picking the worst and most dangerous types can help us recognise the signs and maybe even glean a little entertainment from them. Read more »
10 ways to effectively estimate and control project costs
Estimating what a project will cost is only half the battle; controlling those costs during the project and after delivery is equally critical. Take a look at these methods for predicting and managing costs. Read more »
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Windows 7 in the spotlight
-- After months of hype, Windows 7 was finally released early yesterday morning. Read more »
Breaking inside out
-- Security gets more complicated yet social engineering remains the same threat as ever. Read more »
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