And the Mac software supports the Network File System (NFS) used by Unix and Linux systems. Apple has launched an assualt on a server operating system market dominated by Microsoft with the launch of Mac OS X 10.2 aimed squarely at businesses.
A Dutch businessman who claimed he was going to turn the Netherlands into a file-sharing haven for users of illegal music download services has confessed his bold claims were little more than a publicity stunt.
Apple Computer has limited a music-sharing feature from the latest version of iTunes after some Mac owners used it to swap songs over the internet. A statement from Apple said: "The new iTunes 4.0.1 update limits Rendezvous music sharing to work...
The sacking of an IT consultant after he appeared on BBC 2's Newsnight TV programme, to comment on the US Supreme Court file-sharing ruling against Grokster last week, raises some interesting issues. He was invited because he had been served legal...
The ensuing legal battle marked the first time the recording industry has argued a file-sharing case before a jury. Accused of sharing music with peer-to-peer file-sharing service, Kazaa, she argued that she didn't even own a Kazaa account.
UK internet service providers have joined forces with the UK record industry to crack down on illegal file sharing. ISPs are obliged to work with the music industry and rights' holders to bring about a "significant reduction" in illegal file...