Ubuntu Remains Best Linux Distribution for Desktops

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TOP STORIES - December 2, 2008 • Ubuntu Remains Best Linux Distribution for Desktops • MySQL Founder Urges Cautious Approach to MySQL 5.1 • Federal Digital Storage Rules Still a Mystery to Many • Is Light MacBook Air Defect Heavy? • How to Build a Business Case for Application Modernization SPOTLIGHT Tech News Direct to You Ziff Davis Enterprise's free e-mail newsletters give you info you need to buy smarter and make better decisions. READ MORE >> BEST OF eWEEK • Review: BlackBerry Storm Lacks Punch • Sun: The Innovator's Dilemma • Inside Microsoft Online Services • Adobe Maximizes the Flash Platform FEATURED VIDEO At Your Self-Service Self-service technologies can improve customer satisfaction and save money. WATCH NOW >> MOST READ STORIES • Best Gadgets and Apps for IT Pros • 7 OSes that Could Replace Windows • Inside Intel Larrabee • 10 Laptops and Desktops to Consider IN THIS ISSUE Ubuntu Remains Best Linux Distribution for Desktops Review: The latest version of Canonical's Linux distribution, Ubuntu 8.10, still outshines the Linux desktop offerings from Red Hat and Novell, and is the best open-source alternative to Microsoft and Apple operating systems. However, both Red Hat's Enterprise Linux and Novell's SUSE distributions are ahead of Ubuntu 8.10 in the server space. READ MORE >> MySQL Founder Urges Cautious Approach to MySQL 5.1 MySQL founder Monty Widenius criticized version 5.1 of the MySQL open source database in a blog post, stating numerous bugs have not been fixed despite the fact the database is now generally available. READ MORE >> Sponsored by Microsoft Is your Desktop Infrastructure optimized? Enable productivity for your users, enhance security and streamline PC management. Here are five tangible, best practices around manageability, security and virtualization. Learn here for more information. ADVERTISEMENT Federal Digital Storage Rules Still a Mystery to Many Many enterprises are still in the dark about the two-year old court-rule amendments that say businesses must be able to quickly find and make available relevant data when required by a court. READ MORE >> Is Light MacBook Air Defect Heavy? Joe Wilcox: Apple forums are abuzz about display problems affecting MacBook Air. READ MORE >> How to Build a Business Case for Application Modernization A modern, streamlined application environment can help an enterprise save money and remain competitive. Knowledge Center contributor Tim Pacileo offers CIOs five tips to effectively plan and implement a successful application modernization initiative. READ MORE >> Application Delivery from A to Z: A Guide This report covers everything from why it is important to consider WDS, the impact on the organization, and helpful step-by-step instructions to testing and implementing a solution. DOWNLOAD NOW >> How to Present Effectively Online Webinars and online meetings are the perfect tool for a modern business with growth and reach ambitions. This report breaks down how to make these presentations successful and how to pick the right solution for you. DOWNLOAD NOW >>

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