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Buy Microsoft Visio Professional or Microsoft Project Professional 2024 for $80

Microsoft's project management tools help plan, execute, and complete projects -- and they're on sale for up to 92% off.

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Why Google's legal troubles could hasten Firefox's slide into irrelevance
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Buy Microsoft Office Home & Business 2024 for PC or Mac for 36% off
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The next LTS Linux kernel is no surprise but it is packed with goodies
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Buy Microsoft Visio Professional or Microsoft Project Professional 2024 for $80

Microsoft's project management tools help plan, execute, and complete projects -- and they're on sale for up to 92% off.
1 day ago by Alison DeNisco Rayome in Services & Software
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The best web hosting services: Expert tested

We've tested the top web hosting services offering solid customer service, value for money, and excellent uptime.
2 days ago by Charlie Osborne in Web Hosting
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Why Google's legal troubles could hasten Firefox's slide into irrelevance

Fewer people than ever use the once popular web browser, but Mozilla remains profitable thanks to Google. How long can that trend continue with the Department of Justice coming after Google?
3 days ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Networking
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Buy Microsoft Office Home & Business 2024 for PC or Mac for 36% off

The latest Microsoft Office suite includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more. Get it at a discount with this deal.
6 days ago by Alison DeNisco Rayome in Services & Software
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The next LTS Linux kernel is no surprise but it is packed with goodies

Linux 6.12 brings real-time support, a new extensible scheduler, and QR error codes.
6 days ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Enterprise Software
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The best antivirus software and apps you can buy

Protect yourself this holiday season with the best antivirus software of 2024, tested and recommended by our experts.
6 days ago by Charlie Osborne in Services & Software
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Enterprises are struggling with what to do with Gen AI, say venture capitalists

Despite some uncertainty, enterprise investments in applications soared eight-fold in 2024, with spending on AI-generated code leading the way.
1 week ago by Tiernan Ray in Artificial Intelligence
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Even the Linux Foundation has Cyber Monday deals - get 60% off tech training courses

Want a holiday gift that will make you money? Check out the Linux Foundation's discounted classes and certifications for you or your job-hunting friends.
1 week ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Enterprise Software
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Gen AI could speed up coding, but businesses should still consider risks

Organizations keen to fund gen AI-powered software development for the anticipated benefits should also understand that this may come with adverse effects.
2 weeks ago by Eileen Yu in Developer
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AI-driven software testing gains more champions but worries persist

The question is no longer whether gen AI and emerging technologies will elevate the automation of software testing but when and how. However, proponents need to overcome organizational resistance.
2 weeks ago by Joe McKendrick in Artificial Intelligence
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Adobe now offers nonprofits Acrobat for just $15 a year

Certain organizations can even get access completely free - here's how to qualify.
3 weeks ago by Radhika Rajkumar in Services & Software
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Jim Zemlin, 'head janitor of open source,' marks 20 years at Linux Foundation

In a world where modest leadership is often an oxymoron, Jim Zemlin's two-decade tenure as executive director remains helpful, hopeful, and humble.
3 weeks ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Enterprise Software
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Nearly half of Gen AI adopters want it open source - here's why

A new report explores the frequently awkward relationship​ between open source and artificial intelligence.
3 weeks ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Artificial Intelligence
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Microsoft to tighten Windows security dramatically in 2025 - here's how

Stung by last summer's CrowdStrike meltdown, which crashed Windows PCs and servers worldwide, Microsoft is rolling out a wide range of security changes to Windows. Here's what to expect over the next year
3 weeks ago by Ed Bott in Security
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Real-time Linux leads kernel v6.12's list of new features

This major kernel release adds enhanced support for various hardware platforms and new devices. Even Linus Torvalds contributed some code.
3 weeks ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Enterprise Software
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