The latest edition of the Ubuntu Linux operating system has been released.

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Use an old PC to filter and manage your office email

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Turn a remote folder in to an accessible drive

6-core server chip unveiled.

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Setup your own FTP server

Check the status of a remote server

Another nail hits the DRM coffin today, as 2K Games announces that it's dropping the DRM from its PC best-seller, Bioshock.

Useful new features and a total interface overhaul make this the best Office ever.

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Superpowered and workgroup friendly with great features, but with a steep learning curve for administrators. Find out what the "other" side of the server world looks like