Windows XP not only software getting knife in 8 weeks

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16 weirdest places you'll find Linux GoGrid wants to be your open source alternative to Amazon's cloud databases Network World Daily News PM February 12, 2014 Share this email Windows XP not only software getting knife in 8 weeks Microsoft will call it quits not only on Windows XP in less than two months, but will pull the plug on Office 2003 the same day. READ MORE   Issue highlights 1. 16 weirdest places you'll find Linux 2. GoGrid wants to be your open source alternative to Amazon's cloud databases 3. White House pushes cybersecurity framework for critical infrastructure 4. Geek-themed Meme of the Week: iProblem Edition 5. 'The Mask' malware sets standards hackers are sure to follow 6. Toyota recalling nearly 2 million Priuses due to software glitch 7. Companies looking to DevOps to automate more and save time 8. Polycom Strengthens Microsoft Partnership, Now with 40+ Interoperable Solutions 9. Smartphone shipments hit 1 billion in 2013, says IDC 10. 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