When Microsoft met SUSE: This Windows-Linux partnership gets stronger every day
SUSE and Microsoft have the longest running partnership between Linux and Windows. Here's where they've been, where they are now, and where they're going tomorrow.
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Microsoft's Linux love deepens: It's now one of Open Source Initiative's big backers
Microsoft takes its next step towards embracing the open-source movement.
Installing Linux on your PC is super easy - here's how to do it
I will show that it's possible to install, configure, and use this Linux distribution with absolutely no command-line access.
Mirantis launches multi-cloud Kubernetes with AWS Support
Mirantis's new Mirantis Cloud Platform's Container-as-a-Service functionality expands beyond private OpenStack clouds to run Kubernetes on the public Amazon Web Services cloud.
SUSE introduces new container management service for IaaS and PaaS clouds
SUSE uses the latest version of Kubernetes in its container-as-a-service release to speed software deployment on both Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) and Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) clouds.
New SUSE software-defined storage program on the way to release
SUSE Enterprise Storage 5 will soon be available with new enterprise disk-to-disk backup capabilities.
Securing Linux policy
Linux has been the backbone of many businesses for decades. It has powered web servers, database systems, development machines, and employee workstations. And as with any OS, it’s essential to ensure that...
SUSE Linux turns 25: From business distro leader to cloud power
SUSE, one of the oldest Linux and open-source businesses, celebrated its 25th birthday while setting its eyes on its future in the cloud and software-defined infrastructure.
Facebook relicenses React in the face of open-source dev backlash
Patent clauses prompted many open-source projects to stay clear of the library or ban its use in future frameworks.
Roughing it, with Linux
I've been traveling, and camping, for a couple of weeks, accompanied by a Linux system. Here are a few comments and observations.
Raspberry Pi Zero-sized PocketBeagle: $25 open-source computer is tiny as a key fob
BeagleBoard's latest developer board is tiny enough to live inside robots, drones, and 3D printers.
Google's Project Zero fuzzed top browsers for bugs: Safari users won't like the results
Google's Project Zero releases the open-source tool it used to find new bugs in major browsers.
KDE is partnering with Purism to create a Linux smartphone
Want a free-software smartphone? KDE and Purism have started a crowdfunding campaign to build one.
Linux containers slide into the Windows Server beta
Microsoft and Linux continue to cuddle closer on the cloud and servers.
Lyft and Uber travel the same open-source road
Open-source software can profitably bring rivals together.
Oracle joins the Kubernetes movement
Oracle joined the Cloud Native Computing Foundation and released Kubernetes on Oracle Linux and its own Kubernetes cloud installer.
Top Raspberry Pi operating systems
If you've not explored the wealth of operating systems available for the Raspberry Pi then you're really doing yourself - and your board - disservice. Here are six of the best Raspberry Pi operating systems available, with their individual strengths outlined.
Best Raspberry Pi operating systems
If you've not explored the wealth of operating systems available for the Raspberry Pi then you're really doing yourself - and your board - disservice. Here are five of the best Raspberry Pi operating systems available, with their individual strengths outlined.
The 25 biggest events in Linux's 25-year history
A year by year summary of the most significant events in Linux's history to date.
The top 10 leaders driving open-source tech
These are the people who have been driving the open-source technology powering today's business world.
A Fedora 22 beta walk-through
The new Fedora, with its GNOME 3.16 interface, is an interesting, powerful Linux desktop.
Ten Raspberry Pi 2 alternatives
The Raspberry Pi 2 is the single-board computer of the moment, but there are plenty of others out there. We've rounded up some of the most eye-catching offerings.
Must-have Linux desktop apps (Six Clicks)
Who says you need a Mac or a Windows PC? With the right applications, a Linux desktop is every bit as good as either of the two mainstream desktop operating systems.
Six Clicks: Androids Apps on Chromebooks
Look out, Windows! With Google starting to bring over a million Android apps to Chromebooks, the Windows PC is going to face a real challenge.
Six Clicks: The best Linux desktop environments
Unlike Windows or Mac OS X, Linux offers a wide variety of desktop environments. Here are my picks of the most important of these PC interfaces.
Six clicks: History of supercomputers -- fast, faster, fastest
From CDC's 40MHz "supercomputer" to 2014's Tianhe-2's 33.86 PetaFlops per second, supercomputers are continuing to push computing to its ultimate limits.
First impressions: Canonical Orange Box and Juju (Gallery)
The Orange Box really is a cloud-in-a-box. But while the hardware is neat, it's the Juju DevOps software inside that makes it special.
Beyond Android and iOS: The top six mobile operating system alternatives
There is a world of operating systems beyond Android and iOS. Will any of them lock down third place? Can any of them give Google or Apple a run for the top spots?
Six clicks: Single board computers: Banana Pi, Raspberry Pi, and more
We all know about the Raspberry Pi, but it's far from the only single-board computer out there that makers might find both useful and affordable.
Ubuntu 14.04: Smoother than earlier versions (Gallery)
It's smooth, pretty, and, in short, it's the nicest Ubuntu Linux desktop that's ever been.
Hands-on with Makulu Linux 5 Xfce: The most fun you can have with Linux?
My first look at this wonderful Debian Testing/Unstable (Jessie/Sid) derivative reminds me of how much fun there can be in Linux.
Linux Mint is a breeze. Here's our top tips
Linux is perfect for everyday tasks like browsing, emailing, photo management, financial management, and much more. Here's an overview.
Firefox 55: The first desktop browser with WebVR support
Windows users get WebVR, plus more speed, faster launches.
Learn how to install Linux Mint
How to dump Windows completely and install only Linux Mint. The entire process took 10 minutes. Here are the details.
Cloud storage: Your best options
Free and cheap personal and small business cloud storage is everywhere. Here's how to decide which one is right for you.
Most secure Linux server setups vulnerable to newly discovered sudo hole
Patches are available for almost all significant server Linux distributions, including Debian, Red Hat, SUSE, and Ubuntu.
Is open source software really free?
We need to think more clearly about all the meanings of 'free' for open source. Here are a few ideas about what it does -- and should -- mean.
Find all of Google's open-source projects on one site
Google creates a lot of open-source software. Now, they've put much of it in one easy-to-find place along with the company's own open-source philosophy.
Conjure VR objects with your voice, using new IBM Watson service
IBM Watson Labs has created a module using the Unity SDK and two IBM Watson services to bring the power of voice to VR and AR. And, IBM is open sourcing it for developers.
Google's new JPEG encoder to deliver high-quality images in smaller files
Google hopes its new Guetzli JPEG encoder will speed up image-heavy websites and cut bandwidth costs for mobile users.
JavaScript Threat: Outdated libraries pose security hazard
Researchers say tens of thousands of sites are using JavaScript libraries that are years old and contain publicly known vulnerabilities.
Android market trapped in a race to the bottom
There are more OEMs scrambling over one another for attention than there are customers to go around.
Free and open-source text editors for devs
Even if you work in an integrated development environment, a good text editor is always handy to have. Bill Detwiler looks at five text editors every developer should try.
Ben Forta: All about Adobe
Take one ColdFusion veteran and mix in a healthy dose of prolific book writing, and chances are you will end up with Ben Forta.
Ubuntu 14.10 (Utopic Unicorn), Beta 1 preview: No big changes
Despite optimistic 2011 predictions of a fully converged cross-platform OS running Mir and UnityNext (8) by 2014, Ubuntu 14.10 is set to retain X Windows and Unity 7. Based on this beta, it seems there will be no big changes in 14.10, although upgrading is always worthwhile.
Ubuntu 14.04 LTS 'Trusty Tahr', Beta 1 preview: Convergence deferred
Ubuntu 14.04 LTS was to be the first converged desktop/tablet/smartphone release. However, it's shaping up to be more of a typical Long Term Support release, with the emphasis on solid and stable, rather than radical changes.
Ubuntu 13.10 (Saucy Salamander) review: Smart Scopes in, Mir out
With the Mir display server failing to make the cut, Ubuntu 13.10, rather than being a stepping-stone on the way to form-factor convergence with 14.04, seems more like an obligatory release.
Hands on with Korora 19 'Bruce'
Hot on the heels of Fedora 19 comes this everything-including-the-kitchen-sink derivative.
Ubuntu 13.04 (Raring Ringtail) review
Some of the features that were to be included in Ubuntu 13.04 have been shelved in favour of presenting a polished and solid release, with most of the improvements residing behind the scenes. As a result, Raring Ringtail may seem a bit of a disappointment.
Ubuntu 12.10 (Quantal Quetzal) review
Ubuntu 12.10 contains more controversial changes than expected. If you can live with or work around those changes, it remains a powerful and useful desktop Linux operating system.
Ubuntu 12.04 LTS (Precise Pangolin)
Ubuntu 12.04 LTS is an extremely solid, usable, fast and secure desktop Linux OS. It continues to hone the Unity user interface introduced in earlier releases, and also migrates to a new version of the kernel.
WordPress 2.8
If you are in the market for a blogging platform, content management system or a complete web platform, you can do far, far worse than choose WordPress.
OpenOffice.org 2.4.0
OpenOffice.org 2.4.0 is a free, open source alternative to Microsoft's Office application suite. It is fantastic if you need basic office applications — such as a word processor or spreadsheet — at no cost. However, large organisations and power users may be disappointed by its lack of features and support.
Maxthon 2.0.8
Of the less well known open source browsers, Maxthon has been gaining attention as the second most popular Web browser in its home state of China. Based on IE's Trident engine, we found it to be highly customisable; however its lack of support makes it difficult to recommend for business.
InterSystems launches CACHÉ 2007
InterSystems launches CACHÉ 2007, the latest update to their post-relational database product.
Sugar Suite 4.0.1
Sugar Suite from SugarCRM is a comprehensive, streamlined tool which offers indispensable services to both a company's employees and its customers.
InterVideo DVD Copy 2.0 Platinum
InterVideo DVD Copy 2.0's interface will please ambitious beginners, but its limited functionality may frustrate advanced users.
Script Central
ScriptWorx is an HTML/script editor that features more than a dozen ready-to-paste templates -- everything from an address book to pop-up messages -- as well as tabs containing comprehensive lists of click-and-paste JavaScript events and functions. It also adds support for such HTML elements as images, links, fonts, forms, and frames.
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