Java goes GPL

Today, Sun has released the details about the open-sourcing of Java using the GPL v2. The project OpenJDK contains the HotSpot Virtual Machine and the Javac compiler. The FAQ answers many questions. Seems like Sun really takes the open source community seriously which is highly appreciated!

GanttProject 2.0 released

GanttProject 2.0 has been released recently.
It is a project scheduling application written in Java and has been re-written, as Eclipse RCP application.
Downloads are available from Sourceforge.

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Eclipse 3.1.2 released

Eclipse 3.1.2 has just been released to the public.
You can download it from the Eclipse Project Downloads page.
Details can be found in the Release Notes.

Eclipse BIRT 2.0 released

Version 2.0 of the Eclipse Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools (BIRT) have just been released.
You can download them from the Eclipse BIRT Downloads page.
You can read about the changes from the New and Notable Features page.

Portable OpenOffice.org

VeryVito writes on Slashdot:

"Portableapps.com has released Portable OpenOffice.org 2.01 -- the complete office suite you can run from a USB drive for complete access to both your files and your office apps -- anywhere you go. More than just a neat idea, some say it's a perfect example of "the kind of innovation developers can make when they don't have to worry about selling as many licenses of their work as possible." I don't imagine we'll see a portable Microsoft Office suite any time soon."

I can fully agree with him and welcome the innovation taking place in this area.