Although mainly just a bug-fix release, there is something special in the newest release of the GNU Compiler Collection. It is the first release, where the compilers are licensed under version 3 of the General Public License.
The next release 4.3, which is currently under development, includes more profound changes. Among them is (currently experimental) support of the upcoming C++0x ISO standard.
Source: JustLinux.net
[Keywords: GNU, FSF, GPL, software news ]
October 13th, 2007
Open Source Software and its Relation to osCommerce
Open Source Soft and its Relation to osCommerce
E-commerce sites such as osCommerce function through the use and continued success of open source – in fact, open source software is what makes these sites free. So what exactly is open source ? The purpose of article is to help you better understand what open source is.
Basically, open source is
based on the idea that when people have access to a software’s source code they
can change, improve and evolve a piece of at astonishing speeds – a
characteristic that ends up produces really great that meets the needs
of its users.
Open source software is not just free code for website and .
Open source software is “governed” by the Open Source Initiative. According to the website for the Open Source Initiative it must meet several criteria to actually qualify as open source:
First of all open source must not restrict anyone from selling (or giving away) the
software. In other words, it cannot require a royalty or fee. For a product to be open source, it must also provide the source code so that the users can easily evolve the software to fit their needs and any software created with free programms must be free as well.
Furthermore, open source software distribution cannot discriminate against people or fields.
So, how did this concept begin? Most experts on open source software will agree that the concept of open source soft began with the creation of the internet which was created and improved upon by it’s users who continually changed the code to make it work for them.
Then, when computers were first used, programs were often sent as a printed version that had to be
entered into the computer line by line. Programmers not only entered the programs onto the computers, they also were able to “play” with the programs and make changes as well as share there ideas with others.
Once computer became more mainstream and people other than programmers began using programs, the need (and desire) for the source code declined. This is when software companies began realizing the economical benefits of keeping their source code for software private. This also began the influx of new and incompatible operating systems which further declined the ability for programmers to share and collaborate with one another. While there are benefits to creating and selling software in this manner, some programmers realized the limits this posed on the usability of the
software.
Without keeping the source code open, the users were bound to the limits of the soft and were not able to alter it to fit their individual needs. This is what began the development of the GNU Public License operating system for open source soft. The premise behind renewing the concept of open source software is that programms development would be faster and more efficient in giving people the programs they need and want to use.
Today, open source software is becoming more and more mainstream and is used quite frequently on the internet for websites and browsers.
How does it all relate to osCommerce?
Obvious by its name, osCommerce is based on the concept of open source software. This means that osCommerce is free to use and the community members can feed off of one another to continually develop the code that they use. The store owners don’t simply purchase a software program (such as a shopping cart code) that they need to implement as is. They can
design, develop and evolve their store presence to meet their changing needs. The beauty of open source code in a situation such as this is that the members of the community can help one
another develop new code on an ongoing basis.
Software Directory
[Keywords: software, Open Source, osCommerce ]
September 29th, 2007
How would you react if you found out that your email had been accessed without your permission? How would you feel if all your personal and private information had been leaked and was available for anyone who wanted it? Doesn’t sound very comforting does it? Well, there is a way to avoid all that and remain reasonably assured that your information is secure. You can download software like CyberScrub Privacy Suite
So the next time you hear of someone’s account being broken into, or see someone trying to find a sticky note with their password on it, just remember, with a password created using the above techniques you wont really have to worry as much about either of those problems.
[Keywords: internet security, encryption, software downloads, software, data recovery ]
September 6th, 2007
If you are looking for the latest technology news, there’s a place you can find them. Sutocu’s Tech News gives you the most recent and important news on the internet, technology, and software.
The most interesting news from the major news sources, BBC, CNN and others, with unique coverage. Articles include links, photos, and video, but can also be read in text only.
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[Keywords: news, tech, technology, internet, software, free speech ]
Add commentAugust 8th, 2007
Exit Grabber is the latest software product spawned by the never ending evolution of the pop up genre. This one does not perform any circus acrobatics like its predecessors. Nothing flys, spins, floats, or peels.
It is non intrusive in its own way, mostly because it is a take off of the old exit pop up. It does not throw itself in front of you, blocking your view of the content that you were looking for, so it isn’t as irritating as most.
When used properly this one can actually be a little spooky. Your old school exit pop up would be activated when you closed the page or moved on to another page, thus replacing the website you just left. This one works on the same premise but with a twist.
When you move your mouse to enter a new URL or anywhere on the menu toolbar, presumably the back button or your favorites, the pop up is activated. This gives the impression that the software has anticipated your move or maybe even read your mind. This impression can be further amplified with a message like “Hey…You Don’t Really Want To Leave Do You?” or maybe “Don’t Click On That Yet!”.
The sale page claims a 300% increase in sales conversions. I don’t know about that but I can think of several ways to put this tool to use and am definitely going to give them a try. I can see how this could increase my sales and that’s what it’s all about.
[Keywords: exit grabber, strategic internet marketing, pop up software, online internet marketing, online advertising ]
July 31st, 2007
When it comes to business automation, most organizations are constantly looking for the competitive edge. Today, acronyms like customer relationship management (CRM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) have been so misused that end users can find it hard to make sense of it all. Add the marketing message from vendors claiming their wares are designed for businesses of all types and sizes, and you’ve got a recipe for utter confusion.
So how does a typical business cut through the noise and confusion, and obtain a tight concise list of solutions to review that provide the automation needs they actually need? The first thing to remember is that no one solution by itself can do it all. Despite what the vendor claims, solutions are always designed with an ideal target customer in mind, and it’s up to you to figure out if you’re that target customer.
What Everyone Does That You Shouldn’t
It’s no secret that business application roll-outs meet with more failure then success, as many case studies can attest to. A small business customer relationship management and e-business suite solution provider, I’m constantly hearing potential customers talk about past mistakes, so in this regard I’ve become somewhat of an expert. “I’m calling you guys because we got into this mess and now we need to fix it” is a common cry for help. But after hundreds of these conversations, you start to see common patterns emerge. I should first state that almost all of these data points come from small businesses of perhaps 10-200employees that got in over their heads. So what’s the common pattern you ask? Well, inputting together a requirements list almost everyone puts all the emphasis on license or rental price, features, and brand recognition. What else is there you might be asking? What no body seems to understand until its too late, is that while it was arguably relevant to Casanova, in the realm of business automation, size really does matter - business size that is. It’s because too many business failed to understand how the solution they chose failed to impact them in this one regard, that I get so many cries for help
[Keywords: CRM, Business Management Software ]
June 16th, 2007