http://apcmag.com/ APC Magazine covers the latest in computing with a critical, independent eye to help you make the most of your tech dollar. http://apcmag.com//explaining-linux-mint-13.htm http://apcmag.com//explaining-linux-mint-13.htm

It may be based on Ubuntu, but Linux Mint is a drastic departure for the OS. Ashton Mills explains.]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2012 17:09:56 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-8-in-depth-versions-breakdown.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-8-in-depth-versions-breakdown.htm

Ashton Mills looks at the versioning of Windows 8 -- and how this will have some unintended consequences for media playback.]]> Fri, 20 Jul 2012 14:51:09 +1000 http://apcmag.com//want-to-try-windows-8-consumer-preview-free-to-download-and-test-drive-today.htm http://apcmag.com//want-to-try-windows-8-consumer-preview-free-to-download-and-test-drive-today.htm

Lots of Microsoft action overnight, with the Windows 8 Consumer Preview made available to download plus the app-centric Windows Store now open for business.]]> Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:00:28 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sick-of-ubuntu-a-look-at-linux-mint-12.htm http://apcmag.com//sick-of-ubuntu-a-look-at-linux-mint-12.htm

For a number of years now Ubuntu Linux has been the poster penguin for easy-to-use Linux. But it's not the only one.]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:02:43 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-8-in-depth-updating-windows-update.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-8-in-depth-updating-windows-update.htm

In our latest sneak peek at what's new in Windows 8, we take a look at how Microsoft is tackling that necessary evil: updating your OS.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//is-microsoft-killing-off-the-windows-start-button.htm http://apcmag.com//is-microsoft-killing-off-the-windows-start-button.htm

In the leadup to the release of Windows 8, leaked preview images of Microsoft's next OS uncover a dramatic design departure from more than 15 years of Windows UI history.]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:25:33 +1000 http://apcmag.com//alternatives-to-ubuntu.htm http://apcmag.com//alternatives-to-ubuntu.htm

Old-school Ubuntu fans who aren't a fan of the new Unity-based direction of the operating system might find something to like in some of the official Ubuntu spin-offs.]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:53:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-8-in-depth-inside-the-new-file-history-features.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-8-in-depth-inside-the-new-file-history-features.htm

In our continuing look at the technology driving Windows 8, we delve into how the next-gen OS handles File History.]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//is-ubuntu-falling-from-grace.htm http://apcmag.com//is-ubuntu-falling-from-grace.htm

The unthinkable is happening – Linux Mint is overtaking Ubuntu in popularity.]]> Thu, 22 Sep 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-tweak-ubuntu-1104-natty-narwhal-part-3.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-tweak-ubuntu-1104-natty-narwhal-part-3.htm

Last time we covered tweaking some of Natty's new features. Now we'll round off the new install tips with some helpful programs and finishing touches.]]> Tue, 20 Sep 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//calling-time-microsofts-chris-jackson-on-retiring-win-xp-ie6-and-office-2003.htm http://apcmag.com//calling-time-microsofts-chris-jackson-on-retiring-win-xp-ie6-and-office-2003.htm

Its older products are so hard to get rid of that Microsoft has assigned a senior executive to hasten their demise. APC spoke to him at Tech.Ed Australia.]]> Thu, 01 Sep 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-tweak-ubuntu-1104-natty-narwhal-part-2.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-tweak-ubuntu-1104-natty-narwhal-part-2.htm

Last time we covered the start of some essential tips for making the most of Natty Narwhal. This time we delve a little deeper with the overlay scrollbars, applets and more.]]> Sat, 27 Aug 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//mac-os-x-ios-why-apple-might-cross-the-streams-as-early-as-next-year-with-a6.htm http://apcmag.com//mac-os-x-ios-why-apple-might-cross-the-streams-as-early-as-next-year-with-a6.htm

The net is abuzz with one analyst's speculation that Apple will commence a merger of its two OS platforms as early as 2012. In the current context, he might just be onto something.]]> Fri, 05 Aug 2011 18:49:58 +1000 http://apcmag.com//tweaking-ubuntu-natty.htm http://apcmag.com//tweaking-ubuntu-natty.htm

We've got the lowdown on Ubuntu 11.04 and the new Unity interface to help you breeze through your work and play.]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:31:56 +1000 http://apcmag.com//an-all-new-ubuntu.htm http://apcmag.com//an-all-new-ubuntu.htm

The latest version of Ubuntu, codenamed Natty Narwhal, isn't just another release of the iconic distribution. We take a comprehensive look at the new interface.]]> Tue, 05 Jul 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//steve-ballmers-slip-of-the-tongue-expect-to-hear-a-lot-about-windows-8.htm http://apcmag.com//steve-ballmers-slip-of-the-tongue-expect-to-hear-a-lot-about-windows-8.htm

Microsoft has up until now specifically avoided naming the next release of Windows, but in a speech to developers in Japan Steve Ballmer let the cat out of the bag.]]> Tue, 24 May 2011 14:30:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-enable-exfat-in-ubuntu.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-enable-exfat-in-ubuntu.htm

We show you how to take advantage of the exFAT filesystem and all its benefits for your Ubuntu setup in just a few simple steps.]]> Sat, 14 May 2011 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//meet-googles-chromebook-designed-to-relegate-windows-to-the-scrap-heap.htm http://apcmag.com//meet-googles-chromebook-designed-to-relegate-windows-to-the-scrap-heap.htm

The search giant's manoeuvres this week with Chrome OS -- and especially the advent of Chromebooks -- indicate Google is intent on redefining the PC desktop OS as we know it.]]> Thu, 12 May 2011 17:01:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//switch-worthy-ubuntu-1104-natty-narwhal-out-today-top-5-features.htm http://apcmag.com//switch-worthy-ubuntu-1104-natty-narwhal-out-today-top-5-features.htm

We take a look at the killer features of the new-look Unity-based Ubuntu 11.04 released today. Will they be enough to divert Windows and Mac users to the Ubuntu cause?]]> Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:28:31 +1000 http://apcmag.com//free-virtualisation-package-virtualbox-40-review.htm http://apcmag.com//free-virtualisation-package-virtualbox-40-review.htm

If you want to dip your toes into the business of running virtual machines, VirtualBox 4.0 offers a free, extensible cross-platform package.]]> Wed, 13 Apr 2011 08:44:48 +1000