October 2006 Highlights - Novell Tech Select Service

Novell Technical Subscriptions

Feeling adventurous? This month's update is a safari for the mind, bursting with information and resources you can't get anywhere else. First, there's the SUSE® Linux Enterprise 10 Software Development Kit, the hottest tool for serious Linux developers. You also receive online access to two new Novell® Self-Study Manuals that delve into SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 administration. And after you catch your breath, there are dozens of new and updated bonus utilities, two new white papers, 30 ReadMe files and product patches, outstanding documentation, 266 new Support Knowledgebase documents (TIDs) and much more. It's the trip of a lifetime (without the inoculations and humidity)—so take it today!

New Software
Advanced and Expanded Resources
Support Resources
Technical Information Resources
Developer Resources
What's New and Upcoming

New Software

SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 Software Development Kit (SDK)

The SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 Software Development Kit (SDK 10) is a comprehensive toolkit designed to support developers, Independent Hardware Vendors (IHVs) and Independent Software Vendors (ISVs), in creating applications on or porting them to SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 products. If you have one or more products from the SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 family, you can create your own applications and customize your Linux environment with these powerful tools, no matter which platform you're running it on:

Several integrated development environments
Support for the most common programming languages, including C, C++, C#, Java, Perl, Python and PHP
Additional development tools like debuggers and graphic design programs

The Software Development Kit contains every tool used in producing the command code base for the SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 family.

OpenOffice.org 2.0 Novell Edition

OpenOffice.org 2.0 Novell Edition is a suite of office productivity applications, including a word processor, presentation and spreadsheet applications, an HTML editor and a drawing tool. Version 2.0 is fully compatible with Microsoft Office, so users can transition smoothly to this open source solution or share files seamlessly between platforms. This special Novell Edition includes the following features:

Unlike the standard edition of OpenOffice.org, which strips out Microsoft Office macros, the Novell Edition of OpenOffice.org preserves them, including Excel VBA macros
The File selection dialog uses the native desktop dialogs rather than standard OpenOffice.org dialogs, preserving user familiarity
Enhanced PDF export and improved word count capabilities
Support for nested tables, digital signatures and Xforms

With OpenOffice.org Novell Edition, you get most of the functionality you need from an office productivity suite for free—try yours today!

Upcoming Software

Wondering what's on the horizon? Some exciting new security-focused products are on the way:

Novell Access Manager 3

Novell Access Manager 3 is a comprehensive access management solution combining advanced capabilities such as multifactor authentication, data encryption, clientless Web single sign-on and SSL VPN for secure access from any location.

Novell Integration Manager 6

Novell Integration Manager makes it easier to integrate legacy systems and other enterprise applications for greater productivity and ease of use. By leveraging Web services, Novell Integration Manager connects a broad range of enterprise systems, including mainframes, packaged applications and databases. It will help you enable your business for maximum agility and flexibility.

Novell Identity Assurance Solution

Novell Identity Assurance Solution is an open, standards-based identity and access management system that validates identities and authenticates users for privileged access to government IT resources and physical facilities. Watch for it—we're sure it will ease your HSPD-12 compliance burdens.

Advanced and Expanded Resources

Exclusive Online Novell Self-Study Manuals

SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 Administration (Course 3072)

Building on initial experience with Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 Administration (Course 3072) teaches students basic SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 administration skills. You will learn how to install and configure SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10, and how to manage system initialization and processes. Among the topics covered in this course are Posix ACLs, network configuration, printing and remote access. Specifically, you will learn how to:

Install SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10
Administer the Linux File System
Administer User Access and Security
Configure the Network Manually
Administer Linux Processes and Services
Monitor SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10
Configure System Initialization
Manage Software for SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10
Manage Backup and Recovery
Manage Printing
Configure Remote Access

Before taking this course, you should be familiar with Linux files and file system layout, user management, how to use a shell and the basic features of YaST.

SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 Advanced Administration (Course 3073)

This course provides a deeper understanding of how SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 works. You will learn how to make your work and your servers more efficient and productive as well as how to turn Linux into a productive system. You will learn how to:

Manage Virtualization with Xen
Configure a Web Application Server
Configure and Use Samba
Enable Fundamental Network Services
Create Shell Scripts
Compile Software from Source
Perform a Health Check and Performance Tuning
Manage Hardware Components
Prepare for the Novell CLP 10 Practicum

This is the last course you'll need to prepare for the Novell CLP 10 certification. Before you work on this course, we recommend completing the previous courses, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 Fundamentals (Course 3071) and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 Administration (Course 3072), or acquiring comparable knowledge and experience.

Bonus Utilities

New bonus utilities and improved favorites save you time and help you customize your Novell solutions. Here's a small sample of what's new this month:

ImportCert—automatically imports certificate from eDirectory server into local store
Mass User Delete for Groups—provides an applet that will delete users from a group based on a text file
(updated) GroupWise Resource Archive—contains NGW digest mails and Cool Solutions from as far back as 1999, providing an immense body of knowledge to help you manage GroupWise
(updated)config.sh for Linux—Collects and organizes detailed logs and system information to help reduce service request resolution times.
Virtual CD Distribution—enables you to "export" one or more NAL objects to removable media (CD or USB)
ZfD Debug Helper—allows you to quickly enable and view various ZENworks Desktop Management 6.5 debug logs
InetKVYmonitor v1.0.1—analyzes user activity for Squid proxy in real time
lmount—enables you to mount CDs/DVDs that are only known by the label
Webmin—offers a Web-based interface for system administration on UNIX

White Papers

When you want a break from trying out your software and bonus utilities, take a few minutes to scan one of the new white papers in this month's release. You can learn about the new GroupWise Mobile Server in Embracing Mobility: Increasing Your Competitive Advantage in a Wireless World. Or, you could peruse the in-depth SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10, a technical white paper all about the newest enterprise Linux server from Novell.

Support Resources

Latest Files and Patches

If you're vigilant when it comes to network security and performance, it's time to take advantage of the 30 new ReadMe files and product patches shipping this month. Simply scan the list and see which files affect your systems. It will only take seconds to download them, and the resulting peace of mind is definitely worth your time!

Technical Information Resources

Product Documentation

Have a question? Novell Documentation consistently provides the practical hands-on manuals and guides you need. This month's update includes new and updated resources for the following products:

(updated) SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10
(updated) SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
SUSE Linux 10.1
(updated) Novell Client 1.1 for Linux
(updated) Novell ZENworks 7
(updated) Novell ZENworks 6.5
(updated) Novell ZENworks Linux Management–Dell Edition
(updated) Novell Identity Manager 3.0
(updated) Novell Identity Manager 3.0 Drivers
Novell Certificate Server 3.2
(updated) Novell GroupWise 7
(updated) Novell Open Enterprise Server
(updated) NetWare 6.5
(updated) Novell Customer Center
(updated) AppArmor 2.0 (SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10)
(updated) AppArmor 1.2 (SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9 SP3)
(updated) Novell iFolder 3.x
NICI 2.7.x
NMAS 3.1.1
Virtualization Technology

New Support Knowledgebase Documents (TIDs)

It's got the answers you're looking for! The Novell Support Knowledgebase has thousands of documents (TIDs) that address questions about Novell products. These documents provide focused, specific solutions for tough technical dilemmas. This month, 266 new TIDs are available, and you can use our convenient Search feature to track down exactly the information you need.

Product Communities Articles

Want the latest on your favorite Novell products? Join a Novell community! These communities are your connection to the most up-to-date articles, tips, patches and documentation for the Novell products you use every day. Fortunately, you can also access these articles and other resources through your monthly technical subscription. This month, you'll receive 138 new articles, all providing insight about popular Novell products. And, you can rely on the easy-to-use Search feature to help you find exactly the information you need.

Developer Resources

As a developer, you need the right tools, the latest news and the earliest access to beta software. All of these—and much more—are included as part of your DeveloperNet Professional subscription.

DeveloperNet Newsletters

Get the information you need! You can stay on top of the latest DeveloperNet news with the reviews, program information and articles in our online newsletter:

Aug. 3, 2006—This edition focuses on SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 for developers. You can read about the differences developers will see in comparing SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9 to SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10. You can also read about the new SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 SDK and the openSUSE Build Service. Read the entire newsletter online at: http://developer.novell.com/wiki/index.php/DeveloperNet_Newsletter_2006-08-03

To visit the DeveloperNet Newsletter archive or preview our upcoming newsletter, go to http://developer.novell.com/wiki/index.php/Category:DeveloperNet_Newsletters

Early Releases

Download and try the early release (beta) products that are now available on the DeveloperNet Portal and the Subscriber Portal. Check back often as new releases are added regularly. You can now download the following software:

SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 (Gold Master)
SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 (Gold Master)
SUSE Linux Enterprise SDK 10 (Gold Master)

What's New and Upcoming