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Latest Samba preview launched

A second test version of the next generation of the open source file and print sharing software Samba has been released to the public, with numerous bugfixes and feature improvements included. Read more »

New Linux look fuels old debate

Efforts to bring glitzy new graphics to Linux are fuelling an old conflict: Does proprietary software belong in open-source Linux? Read more »

Developer aims for Dtrace on FreeBSD

One of the most useful tidbits from the basket of code released into the public domain this year by Sun Microsystems is likely to make it to the FreeBSD platform. Read more »

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The Aggregation Application Block can simplify data handling

The Aggregation Application Block can make data handling--particularly Web services data handling--easier for .NET developers. Find out how to implement it and why you need the Exception Management Application Block to do it. Read more »

Simplify data caching with the .NET Caching Application Block

The Caching Application Block can save time and resources by caching Web services data for your distributed apps. It also offers a system for data security, expiration and scavenging, and a variety of storage options. See what the CAB has to offer. Read more »

Process requests more efficiently with the Asynchronous Invocation Application Block

The Asynchronous Invocation Application Block can help you boost efficiency and improve the user experience when you're calling XML Web services. Here's a look at how you can use the AIAB for your projects. Read more »

Log errors easily with the EMAB

The Exception Management Application Block (EMAB) can simplify your VB.NET or C# error handling, provided you know how to leverage it properly. Read more »

Structure the user experience with UIPAB

The User Interface Process Application Block (UIPAB) introduces a new task-based design pattern to help .NET developers create more intuitive interfaces. Read more »

Tuning NFS for better performance

The Network File System is still very popular on Linux systems, but it can use some help to increase performance Read more »

Configure vi for Java application development

The vi editor isn't often employed as part of a Java application development environment, but using Vim and Ant, you can configure it to be Java friendly. Here are the steps you should follow to tune vi for use with your next Java project. Read more »

.NET application blocks boost development

The .NET Framework is enhanced by .NET application blocks. Here's how to streamline your development efforts with this new tool. Read more »

Take advantage of Microsoft's Application Blocks for .NET

Application Blocks for .NET include source code and sample applications. Take advantage of these tools and get a head start on your next project. Read more »

Customise the Joe text editor

The Linux text editor Joe has easy-to-remember keystrokes and allows you to customise it to suit your needs. This article tells you how to tweak the configuration file to create keybindings and map your favourite commands. 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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