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First Android phone: The details

US carrier T-Mobile and Google overnight detailed the first-ever mobile handset running Google's new Android operating system. Read more »

Coders warned of health risks

If you spend your days in front of a monitor, there are some problems you need to look out for. Read more »

IBM draws a veil over OS/2

Nearly ten years after last updating it, IBM has finally brought an end to the PC market's first Intel-based 32-bit multitasking operating system Read more »

Intel programming tools reach new 64-bit chips

Intel has begun selling programming tools that let developers create software that supports 64-bit x86 chips, an important step in making the new generation of processors useful. Read more »

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Manipulate process priority with nice

Modern operating systems are multi-user and multi-tasking, which means that multiple users and multiple tasks can be using the computer at any given time. Each process has a niceness value associated with it, which is what the kernel uses to determine which processes require more processor time than others. Read more »

Linux command line tips: job management

You know all about multitasking on the desktop, but some Linux users aren't aware that you can do exactly the same kind of things in the console, albeit with a little more hands on control. In this article we'll run through the basics of job control in Linux. Read more »

Use these tips to plan a successful certification campaign

To successfully complete an IT certification, you'll need to do enough (but not too much) studying, and you'll need to plan a realistic timeline for the project. These tips will help you handle these tasks and get set for test day. Read more »

Avoid these Java threading gotchas

Writing multithreaded applications in Java can trip up beginner and intermediate programmers alike. Before you tie yourself in a knot, learn how to sidestep these common threading mistakes. Read more »

Tactics for the time-pressed manager

If you're doing eight hours of work in 12 hours instead of 12 hours of work in eight, it's time to change your time-management mindset. Use these tips to take control of your workday. Read more »

Avoid problems when task switching with RTOS

Here's a look at the advantages of using an RTOS, along with several key issues to watch out for. Read more »

When should you release a team member?

Many managers face the dilemma of trying to balance the short-term pain of replacing a team member against the risk associated with keeping a marginal performer on the team. How can the issue be resolved? Read more »

Make your day more productive

Want to make your day more productive? Learn to recognise how you use your time and pick up some advice on breaking time-stealing habits. Read more »

Getting wireless with J2ME MIDP development

As wireless technology grows, so does wireless application development. Get a sneak peek at this new frontier with your first wireless Java application. Read more »

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  • Staff XP stays on life support for longer

    This week's Roundup looks at Microsoft's decision to extend the life of Windows XP, the release of Microsoft Surface SDK, Firefox's new Geode plug-in, Yahoo's new tool -- Smush It and more. Read more »

    -- posted by Staff

  • Chris Duckett The good and truly awful celluloid depictions of computers

    Ever wonder why your lawyer uncle leaves the room whenever you turn over to Boston Legal? Or why your forensic science cousin can't stand crime drama? You know the answer: it’s the horrid trivialisation and dumbing down of an occupation to make it appear entertaining. Sometimes it is so unbelievable that it actually hurts and yelling at the screen is the only outlet. Read more »

    -- posted by Chris Duckett

  • Brendon Chase Apple's iPhone engineers to tour Sydney, Melbourne

    Aussie developers will be able to get up close and personal with some of the iPhone engineers in November to learn how to build applications for the platform. Read more »

    -- posted by Brendon Chase

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