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Technical Analysis: OpenSSH on Linux using Windows/Kerberos for Authentication

by jcannon on June 06, 2008

Abstract: Secure remote access to UNIX and Linux systems is generally accomplished through SSH. The most frequent implementation of that protocol is OpenSSH, originally written for the OpenBSD project but now ported to a wide variety of platforms. This... more

• Friday, June 06, 2008
• in: Server Center
• jcannon

Microsoft & Sourceforge

by jcannon on June 05, 2008

Over the past four years, we’ve been working with Sourceforge on a number of unique programs to help connect developers with the code and communities that interest them. In 2004, we started the Windows Installer XML (WiX) Toolkit project on Sourceforge... more

• Thursday, June 05, 2008
• in: Community
• jcannon

Now Hiring: Open Source Community Manager

by jcannon on May 28, 2008

As many frequent readers of Port 25 are aware, Microsoft is committed to the long-term growth of open source. This includes technical collaborations, business partnerships, industry participation – and community outreach. As we continue to grow our investments... more

• Wednesday, May 28, 2008
• in: Community
• jcannon

Open Source Day at Microsoft

by jcannon on April 01, 2008

Last Friday, March 28th, 2008 was Microsoft's first company-wide Open Source Day. This was a significant event and milestone in the company's move towards openness and was made freely available to any employee interested in attending. Packed full of panels... more

• Tuesday, April 01, 2008
• in: Community
• jcannon

NXT Up: OSBC

by jcannon on March 12, 2008

At last years, OSBC, Microsoft hosted its first annual Open Source ISV Forum. In large part, the event was focused on facilitating a discussion around enabling open source innovation on Microsoft technologies, and to help potential partners reach new... more

• Wednesday, March 12, 2008
• in: Community
• jcannon