When Google first briefed the media last November on its plans to help spawn a new generation of Chrome OS-powered netbooks, the company said the first set of devices would be released this fall.
Read more »OIN sponsors mobile ID management research
The Open Invention Network patent pool is dipping its toe into sponsoring research in the field of mobile device identity management and has acquired related key intellectual property from Arizona State University
Read more »Linux defense group invests in mobile ID security
Linux patent defense organization Open Invention Network (OIN) announced a partnership with Arizona State University's Arizona Technology Enterprises (AzTE) office, focused on mobile device identity management research.
Read more »Cheap Linux wall warts small on size, big on possibilities
Every geek and technology lover will undoubtedly have stumbled across online adverts for tiny headless Linux-powered devices that are barely larger than the power point they plug into. What can you actually do with them? Plenty, it seems!
Read more »How to Reset Windows Password with Windows Password Unlocker Standard?
3 steps to reset Windows password to re-access OS without password with Windows Password Unlocker Standard, which can safely and easily reset Windows passwords including windows administrator password, windows user password for windows 7, Vista, XP, NT.etc.
Read more »Oracle dumps OpenSolaris
OK, I tried to resist but I can't help myself: I told you so...It's over. OpenSolaris is dead.
Read more »Solaris still sorta open, but OpenSolaris distro is dead
An internal Oracle memo that was released last week provides a detailed summary of the company's plans for the Solaris operating system, which Oracle obtained when it acquired Sun. The memo offers a mix of good and bad news for Solaris enthusiasts.
Read more »OpenLuna - An Open Source Project Aimed at Returning Humankind Back to the Moon
The OpenLuna Foundation was founded to return mankind to the moon through private enterprise. With Obama administration deciding to scrap NASA's moon mission once and for all, the role of private enterprise in future space endeavorers of humankind has grown ever larger.
Read more »Linux Found at Portugal
Last Summer while in hollidays in Algarve, I noticed at the supermarket cashier after a reboot that they were using Red Hat Linux.
Read more »The $35 tablet isn't hogwash
Given India's chequered history of non-deliverable low-cost devices, it's easy to believe the sceptics of India's $35 tablet. But this device might just turn the tables.
Read more »Net Neutrality: what does the Google Verizon proposal mean for GNU Linux?
Net neutrality has been a hot and persistent topic on the internet for some time, so I'm not even going to attempt to summarize the debate here. Anyone who values their personal and online freedom knows it's a crucial issue. Regardless of your operating system or the software we use it will affect each and every one of us.
Read more »Android surges, mobile Linux slides, in Gartner report
Gartner reports surging global handset sales in the second quarter, with Android taking second place over Apple's iPhone in smartphone OS market share. Meanwhile, the "partial fork" of Android from the Linux kernel has been debated at LinuxCon, with some claiming it's a temporary split, while others warn about the fork's long-term impact.
Read more »Details of vulnerabilities in the Palm Pre and Android published
As well as eavesdropping functionality, the vulnerability in the Palm Pre also allows it to be controlled remotely. The Android vulnerability allows access to login data stored by the browser
Read more »LinuxCon Analysts: Linux Is Winning
Linux is now in the mainstream of enterprise adoption, according to analysts presenting new research here at the LinuxCon conference.
Read more »KDE Reaches New Audiences in North America
KDE software has traditionally been strongest in Europe and South America. With the growth of events such as Camp KDE and many key contributors calling North America home, KDE is increasing its presence in this region.
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