Operating Systems
Chrome OS 101
Google's Chrome OS is great - for the right type of user. Learn about the pros and cons here.
Jonathan Nightingale, Firefox VP of Engineering, Talks Firefox OS
Is there room for another mobile OS? Firefox thinks so. Learn more about the company's mobile Web strategy here.
Linux Distros: Which One's Best?
The automation, technical support and easy installation of a Microsoft platform make it seem like an easy choice over Linux distros for...
Windows 8 for Small Business: Upgrade or Wait?
Find out what business owners are saying about Windows 8 and whether they plan to upgrade.
Forget Windows 8: Why Your Upgrade Should Be to Windows 7
Many Windows users need an upgrade, but not to Windows 8 - at least not yet.
Unix/Linux Shells 101
Shells are powerful and highly versatile tools for Unix and Linux. There are numerous shells with different abilities out there, and they...
The Windows 8 Cloud: How the New OS Embraces Cloud Technology
Is Microsoft ready to deliver in the brave new world of cloud computing? If the answer's yes, users stand to reap huge benefits.
Windows RT 101
The introduction of an operating system specifically designed for the ARM chips that power mobile devices is a good step toward the future...
The Four Faces of Windows 8: Edition Roundup
With just four versions to choose from, and perhaps the most clearly defined capacities of any Windows OS before it, most people should...
Windows 8: The Key Advancements
Despite a few solid criticisms, techies are still waiting to embrace Windows 8 and its array of new features.
5 Things to Know When Upgrading to Windows 8
Previous Windows updates looked and felt the same. Windows 8 is completely different. Here's what you need to know if you're going to make...
What Does the RT In Windows RT Stand For?
Windows 8 names are confusing at the best of times, especially when Windows RT means nothing in particular.
Windows 8 Is Coming: What You Should Know About Its UI
With Windows 8, Microsoft takes on Apple. Find out how this OS works - and where it falls short.
The One Thing CIOs Should Understand About Windows 8
Windows 8 is a more than a desktop; it's a strategic shift for a business.
Mobile OS Wars: Samsung Introduces Tizen
What does the new Samsung Tizen OS mean for you, your phone and rivals?
Beyond the Hype: 7 Key New Features in iOS 7
Even with the negative publicity surrounding Apple's iOS 7, there seems to be more promise than initially predicted, as it continues to...
Why Businesses Will Love Windows 8
There's a lot of back and forth about whether Windows 8 is right for businesses. Here's what it has to offer.
Tiles and Error? Lukewarm Reception for Windows 8
Microsoft's release of Windows 8 was lukewarm at best. Find out what it means for the company - and the computer industry.
BSD: The Other Free Unix
BSD is a powerful alternative to Linux that is available for free. Discover the many flavors of BSD and what they can do for you.
