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BL
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591585
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b420804
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| Main Entry
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Bove, Tony,1955-
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| Title & Author
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Just say no to Microsoft : : how to ditch Microsoft and why it's not as hard as you think /\ Tony Bove
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| Publication Statement
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San Francisco :: No Starch Press,, c2005
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| Page. NO
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xvi, 243 p. :: ill. ;; 24 cm
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| ISBN
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159327064X
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| Bibliographies/Indexes
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 223-234) and index
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| Contents
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Part I. You say you want a revolution. Playing monopoly is no longer fun -- All you need is a Mac -- Linux: land of the free, home of the brave -- Part II. Rehab for your Microsoft addiction. Slay the word and you'll be free -- De-Microsoft your office -- Media-lib: Microsoft-free music and video -- Part III. The whole network is watching. The message is the medium for infections -- This LAN is your LAN -- Browsers and your own private identity -- Part IV. Getting on with your computer life. Twelve steps to freedom from Microsoft -- Where do you want to go tomorrow? -- Appendix. The Truth Is Out There
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| Abstract
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Just Say No to Microsoft begins by tracing Microsoft's rise from tiny software startup to monopolistic juggernaut and explains how the company's practices over the years have discouraged innovation, stunted competition, and helped foster an environment ripe for viruses, bugs, and hackers. Readers learn how they can dump Microsoft products---even the Windows operating system---and continue to be productive. The book also shows how to work successfully and seamlessly with computers and people who are still hooked on Microsoft software. Includes full explanations of alternate operating systems, such as Linux and Mac, and outlines various software applications that can replace the familiar Microsoft products
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Microsoft Corporation
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Operating systems (Computers)
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Computer software industry-- United States
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Microsoft Windows (Computer file)
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| Dewey Classification
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005.4/46
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| LC Classification
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QA76.76.O63B682 2005
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