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Google Chrome OS (GCos)

admin — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:29:30 +0000

Google is making a noise in announcing a new project – the Google Chrome Operating System in its effort to venture into the world of operating systems alongside the giant Microsoft, Mac OSX from Apple, Fedora and Ubuntu from the open-source community. The new operating system attempts to challenge the dominance of Microsoft’s Windows system.

The Google Chrome OS (GCos) is now under development and will be an open-source, lightweight operating system that will be targeted toward netbooks – the smaller, no-frills, low-cost version of laptops. Netbooks are Atom- powered mini-computers such as ASUS EEEPC, MSI Wind and so on.

The new Google Chrome Operating System will be running on top of a Linux kernel and as Google announced it will be absolutely free as it will be open-source like Fedora and Ubuntu.

Google already has an existing operating system with a moniker “Android” which was designed to work across a variety of devices from phones, to set-top boxes to netbooks. If you want to give Google Android a try without buying a T-Mobile G1/G2/G3 or netbook, you can download a LiveCD disc image of the “Android” from the internet. Just burn the image to a disc, insert it in your CD or DVD ROM drive, reboot your computer and let it boot from the CD or DVD ROM drive so that you can check out Android without installing it or affecting any files on your PC. The image was also tested working on Virtual Machine, VirtualBox and VMware platforms.

The Google Chrome Operating System is targeted for people who spend most of their time on the internet, and is being designed to power computers ranging from netbooks to full-size desktop systems.

Speed, simplicity and security are the key factors of the new Google Chrome OS. The new OS will be designed to be fast and lightweight and to startup and get you on the web in a few seconds. The user interface will be minimal and as what they did in Google Chrome browser, they will be going back to the basics and completely redesigning underlying security of the new Operating System so that users don’t have to deal with viruses, malware and security updates.

I was able to test and use different distributions of open-source operating systems that are already available. Each one has its weaknesses and strong points. Google has a lot of work to do and will definitely need a lot of help from the open-source community to realize their vision.
This will create a lot of hype, but it will surely take some time before we see the new Google Chrome OS running on netbooks. Let’s wait and see what Google has to offer with this new Operating System. It’s going to be a tough job for Google, but let’s see if they will keep their word.

Google has plans to release their free open-source operating system during the second half of 2010.

Get an Antivirus For Free

admin — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:23:36 +0000

When the free trial of antivirus expires on new computers, most users turn to free antivirus software available for download online. Though they aren’t as secure and efficient as the paid software, many people would rather take the risk than to pay for one. PC World, teaming up with AV-Test.org of Germany, put some of the currently available free antivirus software against each other. Each software’s scan speed, detection rates and ability to stop malware was tested. Results showed Avira Antivirus Personal and Alwil Avast Antivirus Home Edition as the top two and were given “superior” ratings. AVG 8.5 Free and Microsoft Security Essentials Beta, being the next two, were given “very good” ratings.

Web Design and Development

admin — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 08:03:20 +0000

If you want to revamp your corporate Web site, create internal Webs for applications such as human resources or employee training, establish a powerful Web presence for a new venture, or build enterprise-class, data-driven Web applications, ACTS can provide talented and experienced Web designers and developers. Find out more about ACTS Web Design and Development services.

Enterprise Services

admin — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 10:16:30 +0000

For large businesses, ACTS can supplement internal IT staffs by providing world-class experience in deploying key Microsoft technologies. ACTS certified experts offer Active Directory help, Exchange Server 2003 support, Systems Management Server expertise, and SQL Server consulting. For national or global enterprises with branch offices in Florida, ACTS can act as a seamless local extension of corporate IT management. Here are some of the most popular enterprise services ACTS provides:

Enterprise Consulting Services
Branch Office Support
Data Center Support
Active Directory Help
Exchange Expertise
UNIX and Microsoft Coexistence
Project Methodology

Email Solutions

admin — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 10:11:35 +0000

Over 30 billion email messages are sent every day, and that number will soon double. The stunning popularity of this mission-critical application has made email security, email management, and email availability vital issues for any small business information network.
ACTS Microsoft-certified consultants have 18 years of experience designing, installing, and supporting email solutions for Florida Area businesses. ACTS offers affordable Exchange consulting and support services to ensure that your email system features:

Security and virus protection

•Fault tolerance
•Easy access for remote and mobile users
•Time-saving management tools
•Universal inboxes with voicemail and fax support

In addition, ACTS email help and support services can help you plan and implement migrations from legacy email systems or outdated email software to the latest Microsoft technology. ACTS also offers 24×7 network monitoring to keep your email system up and running, and Help Desk Call Center Support for quickly resolving email problems encountered by individual users.