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The New OS/2 Rumours Could Be Interesting

By Michael Reed 

Some rumours have emerged that IBM is considering an OS/2 comeback and I'm filled with the same mixed feelings more>>

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Using Freemind as a Writing Planner

By Michael Reed 

Freemind, the open source Java based mind mapping application, makes a great writing planning tool. A final release of version 0.9 has been a long time coming, but the current release candidates are very usable and stable, and I would recommend making the extra effort to install one of these rather than an 0.8 “stable” release. more>>

Puppy Linux 5.0 “Lucid Puppy” Released

By Michael Reed 

Puppy Linux 5.0 “Lucid Puppy” Released

May sees the release of the new Puppy Linux, version 5.0, also known as Lucid Puppy. For the uninitiated, the main deployment target of Puppy Linux is older, resource constrained computers. In addition, it makes quite a handy live CD for emergency and recovery use. more>>

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