A Better Windows World blogger Ron Barrett writes: "Today's IT department is faced with the constant
question of which platform wins the battle for the corporate network's heart and mind. The reality is that most corporate networks are a heterogeneous mix of two or more operating systems, with servers and with desktops. So the question really becomes, 'What tools can we use to bridge the gap between Windows and the rest of your network?' To help you out I put together a list of tools to help you manage your environment and your stress-level. Here are 12 cross- platform tools to help make your world 'A Better Windows ( Linux/Unix/Mac) World.'" READ MORE
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