1. An Introduction to Open Source Programming
8. What is Linux, How does it work and is it a technology worth considering for use in a small business
Linux Development for Small Business
2. Examining the origin, evolution and current of Linux in the small business enterprise
Comparing Linux and Microsoft Windows
7. Comparing and contrasting both Windows and Linux software from a practical point of view, in terms of their usability, total cost of ownership, installation, availability of application, support, performance, stability, security, networking, file system
Benefits to Small Business of Using Linux
3. Investigating how Linux is helping small business
Case Studies: UK Small Business Companies and Linux
6. Analysing a few case studies to investigate how Linux has helped small businesses that have switched from Windows
Decision Issues Associated with a Switch to Linux
9. Investigate what a small business will gain or lose from switching to Linux and what are their fears in terms of switching to Linux
Linux Penetration of the Small Business Market
5. Investigating if Linux has penetrated and if not why it has not penetrated the small business industry
Linux Survival in the Small Business Market
4. Can Linux survive in the small business world
LINUX VERSUS MICROSOFT: THE STRUGGLE FOR SMALL BUSINESS
Introduction .............................................. 1
Open Source Programming ................................... 2
Understanding Linux ....................................... 23
Linux Development for Small Business ...................... 35
Comparing Linux and Microsoft Windows ..................... 52
Benefits to Small Business of Using Linux ................. 60
Case Studies: UK Small Business Companies and Linux ....... 76
Decision Issues Associated With a Switch to Linux ......... x
Linux Penetration of the Small Bu...