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TOP STORIES - December 2, 2008 • Ubuntu Remains Best Linux Distribution for Desktops • Kojax: Mobile AJAX from Microsoft? • MySQL Founder Urges Cautious Approach to MySQL 5.1 • Cross-Platform Tools Needed to Combat Virtualization Sprawl • Why Firefox Won't Survive Chrome 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 >> Kojax: Mobile AJAX from Microsoft? Microsoft is reportedly working on a mobile AJAX technology code-named Kojax. The goal of Kojax is said to be to enable developers to create interactive mobile applications using a combination of Visual Studio tools and JavaScript. READ MORE >> Sponsored by IBM 10 Steps to a Greener Office Shutting off the lights, powering down PCs and monitors, using coffee mugs instead of Styrofoam cups, encouraging use of mass transit, and other simple, common-sense steps can reduce consumption and contribute to a greener environment. Watch now! ADVERTISEMENT 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 >> Cross-Platform Tools Needed to Combat Virtualization Sprawl Analysis: Enterprises are using virtualization technology from Microsoft, VMware and Citrix for servers, desktops, applications and storage. While virtualization saves money, it creates management headaches. READ MORE >> Why Firefox Won't Survive Chrome Joe Wilcox: It's not a question of if but when Google will cut off Mozilla's oxygen supply. 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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