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Fri, 9 May 2008 18:23:00 GMT

Getting a Handle on How OS/400 Assigns *PUBLIC Object Authority

Written by MC Press Contributing Author When you get a minute, take a look at the OS/400 Create default public authority system security value, QCRTAUT, and the default parameters on your OS/400 library definitions. QCRTAUT is a system value I found on
Fri, 9 May 2008 18:23:00 GMT

EEE PC with XP is cheaper than with Linux

EEE PC with XP is cheaper than with Linux (5 comments) Comment by , on 9-MAY-2008 08:00 Linux for Asus isn't free. They have to perform some operation such as testing and costumization that cost a lot. If we consider this and remembering that Asus
Fri, 9 May 2008 18:18:00 GMT

NAVTEQ Continues its Support of the Java Developer Community

May 2008 Returns as co-sponsor of 2008 JavaOne Conference; joined by leading location companies Autodesk, deCarta, Johnston McLamb and Oracle Chicago, IL- May 5, 2008 - NAVTEQ (NYSE: NVT), a leading global provider of digital map data for vehicle
Fri, 9 May 2008 18:11:00 GMT

SAN-aware Operating Systems Enable Server-based Storage Provisioning

In the past few years, advances that make storage easier to use, manage, and grow have provided tremendous benefits. Storage consolidation was a launching point for various new technologies delivering advanced functionality. The next generational shift
Fri, 9 May 2008 18:10:00 GMT

Security Patrol: OS/400 Authority Checking and Performance

Q: How does authority checking work with multiple groups?A: If OS/400 does not find any authorities at the user level, it goes on to check a user's group profiles' authority to the object. When a user is a member of only one group, the check is just like
Fri, 9 May 2008 18:09:00 GMT

Zenoss Announces Sponsorship of Twisted, an Open Source Python-Powered Programming Engine

Zenoss Inc., a leading provider of open source network, systems and application management software, today announced its Gold Sponsorship of the newly formed non-profit Twisted Software Foundation (TSF), which provides a venue for individuals and
Fri, 9 May 2008 18:04:00 GMT

Security Patrol: Current OS/400 Security Issue Q&A

Q: Can OS/400 itself be infected by a virus?A: A virus that could do damage throughout OS/400 would have to be written specifically for OS/400. Can that be done? Yes. But you can take many configuration options to protect yourself from having programs
Fri, 9 May 2008 18:03:00 GMT

Security Patrol: The Hidden Jewels of OS/400 Security

Did you know that, in V5R1, OS/400 is digitally signed? And to that I hear you say, 'So what?' Well, OS/400 is the only operating system in the midrange market today that ensures its own integrity. Because OS/400 has been digitally signed before leaving
Fri, 9 May 2008 18:02:00 GMT

No Hurry For Windows Vista And XP Service Packs

After finding a few last-minute problems with Vista Service Pack 1 and XP Service Pack 3, Microsoft delayed deployment on both of them. Now they're both back and ready for download, either manually or through Windows Update. Hold on there, pilgrim!
Fri, 9 May 2008 17:46:00 GMT

Microsoft: over 5,000 products Certified for Windows Vista

The 'Certified for Windows Vista' logo (pictured right) was created to reassure customers that the product they were purchasing would work with Windows Vista, no questions asked. The applications and hardware carrying the logo have passed an 'extensive
Fri, 9 May 2008 17:35:00 GMT

Puppy Linux Growing Up, Unleashes Dingo

Dingo is version 4.0 of the cutest live Linux distribution around. It's compatible with packages from good old Slackware, the distribution that has the longest history, but it's condensed into a tiny, robust package. The live CD image weighs in under
Fri, 9 May 2008 17:32:00 GMT

Labs report: SP3 strengthens XP security

Microsoft's SP3 update is likely to be the final service pack for Windows XP, and consists largely of previously released updates and hotfixes. However, it does include some enhancements, the most significant of which is client support for the Network
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:59:00 GMT

Labs report: SP3 strengthens XP security

Microsoft's SP3 update is likely to be the final service pack for Windows XP, and consists largely of previously released updates and hotfixes. However, it does include some enhancements, the most significant of which is client support for the Network
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:35:00 GMT

ZXTM Creates Extensible Java App Delivery Platform

LAS VEGAS, April 29 -- Zeus Technology, a leading provider of application delivery software, today announced the release of ZXTM 5.0 (Zeus Extensible Traffic Manager). This latest version is equipped with Java Extensions, enabling application architects,
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:34:00 GMT

Sun Microsystems Announces Technology Preview of Open Source Sun GlassFish Enterprise Server

Sun Microsystems and the GlassFish community announced the availability of the technology preview release of the Sun GlassFish Enterprise Server version 3 and new Sun GlassFish Communications Server. Sun also announced a new GlassFish Partner initiative
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:33:00 GMT

Upgraders to XP SP3 warned over IE downgrades

Windows XP users who install the operating system's third service pack will not be able to roll back their versions of Internet Explorer, Microsoft's deployment manager for Internet Explorer 8 has warned. , Jane Maliouta said people who are trying out
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:30:00 GMT

Windows XP SP3 causing endless reboots for some PCs

var addthis_pub = 'itw'; Installing sends some PCs into an endless series of reboots, according to posts to a Microsoft support forum. Jesper Johansson, a former program manager for security policy at Microsoft and a prominent Windows blogger, has
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:30:00 GMT

Zenoss Announces Sponsorship of Twisted, an Open Source Python-Powered Programming Engine

-- Zenoss Inc., a leading provider of open source network, systems and application management software, today announced its Gold Sponsorship of the newly formed non-profit Twisted Software Foundation (TSF), which provides a venue for individuals and
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:27:00 GMT

Minimizing XP SP3 woes

Im getting sporadic reports of Windows XP users having problems installing XP SP3 on some systems. Here are some tips to help make the install process a little smoother. Ive only come across one stubborn system personally and disabling the AV software
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:09:00 GMT

EeePC to gain Linux content aggregation tool

[Updated May 7] -- Linux distribution vendor Xandros and Web content management firm Viyya Technologies announced they will jointly market integrated, Linux-based content-aggregation software for the Asus EeePC 'netbook.' Meanwhile, Xandros has
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:09:00 GMT

Ubuntu ported to PDA

Ubuntu Linux 7.04 is now available for Sharp's Zaurus PDAs. The 0.1 release comes with a minimalist filesystem that can be launched in an emulator, enhanced with software from the vast Ubuntu archives, and then flashed onto a real Zaurus.The Zaurus
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:08:00 GMT

CNR supports Linux Mint, adds Weatherbug

Linspire has upgraded its CNR.com (Click'N'Run) download site for Linux software to support the Ubuntu-based, consumer-friendly Linux Mint distribution. CNR.com will also add a Linux version of Weatherbug's weather service, which offers live, local
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:08:00 GMT

Good news for Windows Vista (Kinda)

Microsoft hits headlines again but this time it is the trusty XP being flamed and not the beleaguered Vista OSThis is by no means a widespread problem but it has affected several users installing Windows XP Service Pack 3. On completion of installation a
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:08:00 GMT

XP SP3 cripples some PCs with endless reboots

Windows blogger has tentatively identified XP SP3's endless reboot problem as involving only machines using processors from AMD Talkback E-mail Printer Friendly Reprints Installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 sends some PCs into an endless series of
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:06:00 GMT

Java ubiquity an edge in RIA battle

Sun Microsystems is counting on the ubiquitous nature of Java to in the rich Internet application (RIA) space against rivals Adobe Systems and Microsoft. A browser plug-in for JavaFX will be featured in the Java SE (Standard Edition) 6 Update 10 release
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:05:00 GMT

Vista as insecure as Win 2000

Good news for users of Windows Vista. According to figures compiled by PC Tools, the OS has experienced only slightly more vulnerabilities than Windows 2000, which appeared eight years ago when malware was far less common. Or is that the bad news?
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:05:00 GMT

XP SP3 causes endless reboots

Installing sends some PCs into an endless series of reboots, according to posts to a Microsoft support forum. Jesper Johansson, a former program manager for security policy at Microsoft and a prominent Windows blogger, has worked with users to
Fri, 9 May 2008 16:05:00 GMT

Write a screenplay, win prizes and grow to love Vista

Love Microsoft or hate Microsoft, you have to admit that it can often rise to genius level when it comes to marketing. Whereas Cisco has created a completely dorky videogame and has organized a big cash-prize tournament for the game to promote its latest
Fri, 9 May 2008 15:43:00 GMT

Sun Unveils OpenSolaris OS and NetBeans IDE Early Access for PHP FULL STORY

Sun Microsystems used the opening day of its CommunityOne open source developer conference to release its . The new offering was unveiled three years after Sun announced its open-source plan for the Solaris operating system. Alongside, Sun also released
Fri, 9 May 2008 15:40:00 GMT

Zenoss Announces Sponsorship of Twisted, an Open Source Python-Powered Programming Engine

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Fri, 9 May 2008 15:37:00 GMT