[TechRepublic] Linux Australia considers name change

TechRepublic Australia Wrapper TechRepublic Member | April 25, 2012

Editor's note Welcome back to Wrapper for another week. We began the week with intense pondering from Linux Australia members on whether to rename the organisation to encompass the wider open-source ecosystem. But this ongoing discussion was drowned out yesterday by the announcement of Google Drive, and suddenly the internet has gone cloud-storage crazy. On Tuesday, Microsoft cheekily announced that SkyDrive would be available on all current Windows and Apple platforms. SkyDrive is offering 7GB for new accounts, but existing users should be able to reserve 25GB of storage -- that's five times the amount that Google is offering. -- Chris Linux Australia considers name change Australia's leading Linux organisation is mulling over a name that encompasses the broader open-source community. Read more Resource of the day Does Your Cloud Storage Strategy Measure Up? The idea of storing your data in a virtualized environment is no longer something to think about, implementation is critical for success. But how does your current plan stack up against your competition? Take this survey to find out. Claim 25GB from Microsoft on updated SkyDrive Microsoft has updated SkyDrive to support Windows desktops, OS X and iPad -- but at the same time has revised the storage limit from 25GB to 7GB, unless you claim to reserve the existing 25GB limit. Read more Additional TechRepublic resources   Google Drive joins the cloud storage fray Google Drive is finally a reality and joins the plethora of available cloud-based storage services. Read more Moving to iPads will reduce the cost of your electric bill Scott Lowe compares the electricity usage at the endpoint level between desktops, laptops, and iPads. Read more 10 features Ubuntu 12.04 will bring to the table The improvements just keep on coming for Ubuntu. Jack Wallen runs down some of the more notable changes. Read more Keep your IT consultancy running smoothly with MyIT CRM If you're looking for a solid CRM tool to handle the business end of your IT consultancy, Jack Wallen recommends giving the open source MyIT CRM a try. Read more 10 coolest uses for the Raspberry Pi As the $40 Raspberry Pi computer ships we round up the 10 projects to try on your new Pi. Read more Windows Phone 7: The OS/2 of this generation? With the highly-capable Nokia Lumia 900 off to a shaky start, the long-term trajectory of Windows Phone 7 remains as uncertain as ever. Read more Featured multimedia   Raspberry Pi unboxing A close-up look at one of the most anticipated computers of 2012, the $40 Raspberry Pi. View on site Featured Webcast Live Webcast: The 2012 Guide to Better Business Benefits from Data Analytics Take a look at this webcast to learn more about using analytics in your business to improve your insight into your organization and make better decisions. Today's recommended downloads Does Your Cloud Storage Strategy Measure Up? (Oracle) Live Webcast: The 2012 Guide to Better Business Benefits from Data Analytics (TechRepublic) Is It Getting Hot in Here? Different Ways to Cool Your Data Center (APC by Schneider Electric) Power Distribution for Data Centers: AC vs. DC (APC by Schneider Electric) Choosing the Right Active Directory Bridge Solution (Quest Software) Connect with TechRepublic Subscribe to SMB Tech TechRepublic's SMB Tech newsletter will feature tutorials and advice on the technical challenges faced by IT pros working for small and medium businesses. SMB Tech is launching soon, so subscribe to it today! TechRepublic newsletters   Get programming, mobile development, and design tips and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Software Engineer App Builder Web Designer IT Consultant

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[TechRepublic] Linux Australia considers name change

TechRepublic Australia Wrapper TechRepublic Member | April 25, 2012

Editor's note Welcome back to Wrapper for another week. We began the week with intense pondering from Linux Australia members on whether to rename the organisation to encompass the wider open-source ecosystem. But this ongoing discussion was drowned out yesterday by the announcement of Google Drive, and suddenly the internet has gone cloud-storage crazy. On Tuesday, Microsoft cheekily announced that SkyDrive would be available on all current Windows and Apple platforms. SkyDrive is offering 7GB for new accounts, but existing users should be able to reserve 25GB of storage -- that's five times the amount that Google is offering. -- Chris Linux Australia considers name change Australia's leading Linux organisation is mulling over a name that encompasses the broader open-source community. Read more Resource of the day Free 2011 Salary Report IT Professionals - Register on activeTechPros for immediate access Business Professionals - Join the activeBizPros community to view the report Claim 25GB from Microsoft on updated SkyDrive Microsoft has updated SkyDrive to support Windows desktops, OS X and iPad -- but at the same time has revised the storage limit from 25GB to 7GB, unless you claim to reserve the existing 25GB limit. Read more Additional TechRepublic resources   Google Drive joins the cloud storage fray Google Drive is finally a reality and joins the plethora of available cloud-based storage services. Read more Moving to iPads will reduce the cost of your electric bill Scott Lowe compares the electricity usage at the endpoint level between desktops, laptops, and iPads. Read more 10 features Ubuntu 12.04 will bring to the table The improvements just keep on coming for Ubuntu. Jack Wallen runs down some of the more notable changes. Read more Keep your IT consultancy running smoothly with MyIT CRM If you're looking for a solid CRM tool to handle the business end of your IT consultancy, Jack Wallen recommends giving the open source MyIT CRM a try. Read more 10 coolest uses for the Raspberry Pi As the $40 Raspberry Pi computer ships we round up the 10 projects to try on your new Pi. Read more Windows Phone 7: The OS/2 of this generation? With the highly-capable Nokia Lumia 900 off to a shaky start, the long-term trajectory of Windows Phone 7 remains as uncertain as ever. Read more Featured multimedia   Raspberry Pi unboxing A close-up look at one of the most anticipated computers of 2012, the $40 Raspberry Pi. View on site Today's recommended downloads Gartner webcast: Managing and Reducing Costs of Enterprise Data Protection Free 2011 Salary Report Does Your Cloud Storage Strategy Measure Up? (Oracle) The Right Way to Prove Identity & Establish Trust (Quest Software) Choosing the Right Active Directory Bridge Solution (Quest Software) Connect with TechRepublic Subscribe to SMB Tech TechRepublic's SMB Tech newsletter will feature tutorials and advice on the technical challenges faced by IT pros working for small and medium businesses. SMB Tech is launching soon, so subscribe to it today! TechRepublic newsletters   Get programming, mobile development, and design tips and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Software Engineer App Builder Web Designer IT Consultant

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Unboxing the $40 Raspberry Pi computer

Tech Sanity Check TechRepublic Member | April 25, 2012

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