Inus Gouws, consultant at Computer Associates Africa, discusses the business case for open source software with an emphasis on Linux.
Telecoms companies are at a crossroads between proprietary and open standards, says HP.
Zazu Internet/Rumba has introduced a R49-a-month Web hosting offering running on an open source platform.
Open source has matured to the point where it cannot be ignored by decision-makers, believes Inus Gouws, consultant at Computer Associates Africa.
In today`s technology roundup: Kodak vs Sun suit moves forward, new cool, quiet laptops, and latest mobiles vulnerable to attacks.
Sadalbari Open Software now offers JBoss open source J2EE training and support in SA.
The Novell SuSE Linux Professional 9.2 will be available next month.
In today`s technology roundup: Panasonic adds smart card functionality, DVD storage could increase 100-fold, Gates has no fear of Linux, and Netflix and Tivo make deal official.
In today`s technology roundup: Hackers could exploit Microsoft JPEG flaw, Linux PCs running pirated Windows, Gateway unveils latest motherboard standard, and international IT finance expo in November.
No matter how the hardware guys try to tone it down - it`s game on in the battle between Microsoft and Linux with Novell`s world-first, SA-originated bundling announcement.
Exhibitions for Africa is to bring the LinuxWorld Conference and Expo to SA next year.
Novell has announced a national support programme for Linux users, as well as an OEM deal that will see Linux pre-installed on PCs.