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Microsoft

Solve Samba/Windows conflicts with these tips

Samba can be an invaluable tool for organizations running a mixed Linux/Windows network, which is exactly why IT pros need to know how to keep Samba and Windows talking. Here's a one-two punch for fighting off a Samba networking conflict.

Open source

Tips for speeding up your hard drive and choosing the best Linux distribution

If you support Linux, here are two must-have tips. Find out which distribution is best for Linux beginners and then learn how to speed up your hard drive.

Open source

Linux directory navigation tips and tricks

Learn the basics of moving around in different directories from the Linux command line.

Networking

What’s up with wireless networking technologies?

Are you still waiting for wireless technology to free you from cables and desks? Frustrated that they've not? Read on as Bryan Pfaffenberger brings to light some reasons why wireless is not ready for prime time.

Hardware

Go-anywhere Internet access with digital cellular services: Is it for real?

Is wireless Internet connectivity in your future? Is it in your present? Is it really? See what Bryan Pfaffenberger has to say about the state of go-anywhere access.

Developer

Explaining that mysterious DNS

Sometimes it's best to go back to the basics and examine how things work. In this Daily Feature, Bryan Pfaffenberger explains what the domain name service does.

Software

Creating an Outlook Express killer the StarOffice way, part 4

In this Daily Drill Down, Bryan Pfaffenberger brings to light the little known, but feature-rich StarServer application. From installing StarServer to sharing calendars, here you'll find one of Linux's best-kept secrets.

Software

Creating an Outlook Express killer the StarOffice way, part 3

The topic of e-mail filtering has become a hot issue. In this Daily Drill Down, Bryan Pfaffenberger explains just how you can achieve effective filtering with StarOffice.

Software

Creating an Outlook Express killer the StarOffice way, part 2

Bryan Pfaffenberger explores more of StarMail's hidden potential, focusing on the nonobvious capabilities of the quirky Address Book.

Software

Creating an Outlook Express killer the StarOffice way, part 1

Bryan Pfaffenberger thinks StarMail could be an Outlook Express killer, but some functions need to be more convenient. He has tips and tricks for StarMail users in this Daily Drill Down.

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