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Краткое описание: Linux and Open Source software is, by its very nature, always changing and evolving. By constantly updating and improving, it pushes the boundaries of what can be achieved with software. Whether this takes the form of updates to the many operating systems out there, awesome hacks that make life or computing easier than ever, or new hardware like the Raspberry Pi 2, there’s always something groundbreaking on the horizon.

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Краткое описание: PC World is the most widely-read computer or business magazine among all purchase influencers, with a readership of over 4.8 million. With its monthly Reviews and Rankings backed by the PC World Test Center, news, how-to articles, features, and special reports, PC World helps managers plan, buy, use, and integrate the technologies that keep them and their companies ahead of the competition.

Краткое описание: New Scientist is a weekly international science magazine and website covering recent developments in science and technology for a general English-speaking audience. New Scientist has maintained a website since 1996, publishing daily news. As well as covering current events and news from the scientific community, the magazine often features speculative articles, ranging from the technical to the philosophical.