Open source PC from Dell
Last week, Dell started presenting desktops with no operating system installed, allowing open source clients to use software such as Linux. CNET reports these Dimension E510n PCs come with a blank hard drive and a copy of the FreeDOS, which customers can install themselves if they so choose.
The PCs are aimed specifically for those who want to experiment with open source or not be bound to a pre-purchased Windows licence.
If customers or companies wish to use an open source operating system, extra expenditure and time is wasted with the removal of the undesired pre-installed operating system software in favour of open source, the article said.
Microsoft secures desktops
ZDNet reports that Microsoft recently entered the market for desktop security software, competing with other already-established anti-virus software vendors, like Symantec, McAfee and Trend Micro, by offering a unique software that will be available by the end of this year.
Analysts have criticized Microsoft for being vague about its security product plans. The software maker said Thursday that over the past couple years, it has focused on securing its existing products and improving patching for customers. "Now the effort is shifting to deliver a new generation of security products," said Debby Fry Wilson, director of security engineering and communications.
Microsoft says it expects to be able to provide more information in the coming months.
Novell promotes 'better desktops`
A new initiative devised by Novell now sees dedicated exploration for the bettering of Linux experiences worldwide with regards to sharing of usability data.
The so-called "Better Desktop" initiative officially launched on 10 October forms part of Novell`s community-driven OpenSUSE project. With it`s own dedicated Better Desktop Web site, this drives serves as a platform where Linux developers can watch videos of people using Mozilla Firefox, Evolution, Open Office, Banshee, F-Spot and other applications.
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