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BigTux project shows Linux scaling to 64 processors

HP has demonstrated Linux running on 64 Itanium 2 processors without any loss of efficiency, and says it's seeing growing interest in open source from financial institutions. Read more »

Linux standard gains big-name backers

A number of software makers and well-known IT vendors have agreed to endorse the Free Standards Group's latest Linux standard to help create common ground for companies building open-source technologies. Read more »

BT bets on open development

BT, long considered a risk-taker in the telecommunications market, has laid a US$105 million bet to open its network to application developers in the hopes of creating innovative voice services. But will other phone companies take a similar gamble? Read more »

Open source firm to protect customers

OpenLogic, a provider of open source software for enterprises, is offering indemnification against legal action for companies using its code. Read more »

Microsoft eyes cookie-cutter approach to services

When it comes to Microsoft's strategy for the managed services business, the game plan has a familiar ring: high volume and low cost. Read more »

'Dungeons & Dragons' goes virtual

When Turbine Games releases "Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach" early next year, executives there are hoping the new creation can reach the untold millions who played and loved the original, paper-based role-playing game. Read more »

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Transitioning from developer to manager

Making the move from developer to manager means more money, but it also means more responsibility and headaches. These best practices will help. Read more »

Herding a team of developers

Software development is rarely a solitary process, so integrating teams is a critical skill for any major project. We look at the processes and tools can be used to ensure that developers work effectively and productively. Read more »

Creating a global development framework

The CLR is an integral part of the .NET Framework that promises to let developers employ their cross-language skills in one master architecture. Read more »

The move from tech to business management

In hard times, tech managers can leverage their soft skills to land jobs in other industries. But ask yourself these questions before changing careers. Read more »

Microsoft details plans for Visual Studio and .NET

In the wake of the recent PDC and TechEd developer events, Microsoft has decided to put some of its key executives out on the road to explain the innovations that Visual Studio 2010 and .NET 4.0 have in store. Read more »

The importance of IP in Australia

With an increase in patent activity across the globe, we ask if businesses need to be concerned with their intellectual property. 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 »

Web services: Messiah or mirage?

Software vendors keep telling us that Web services are the answer. But what is the question? ZDNet Australia explores the state of Web services today. Read more »

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    In this week's Roundup we show you a preview of Windows 7 beta, cover news from the annual Macworld and more. Read more »

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    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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