Linux and Open Source
If you're a Linux administrator or you are integrating Linux into your IT department then you won't want to miss the latest tutorials, news, and updates on various Linux distributions and open source
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RIP Compiz
Jack Wallen bids a fond farewell to the Compiz desktop compositor, which looks all but dead now that Fedora is dropping it from its upcoming release.
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Review of the new Komodo IDE 6: Great new features, one gripe
Overall, Vincent Danen highly recommends Komodo IDE 6 for developers with its great new features and improvements, but there's still one complaint. Read the review for details.
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Slackware: Remember your roots
Jack Wallen revisits a Linux distribution he hadn't touched in years, only to find himself pleasantly surprised. Do you have what it takes to install and administer a Slackware Linux distribution and get back in touch with your roots?
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Six ways to use Linux Live CDs in your business
Running a Live Linux CD or USB is a convenient way to perform a number of tasks when an installed OS is not necessary.
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Shouldn't Linux embrace DRM?
Digital Rights Management is a hotbed of anger, misunderstanding, and debate in the open source community. Having a vested interest in DRM, Jack Wallen asks the question, "Shouldn't Linux embrace DRM?"
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Tech evangelists and open source
Evangelism is part of every day life for the Linux user. Why is this? Jack Wallen addresses this topic with the idea of opening the eyes of all tech camps. Read on to see if you fall prey to the same evangelism Jack is guilty of.
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The history of Linux: Get your popcorn
Revolution OS is the engaging 2001 documentary that tells the story of the free software movement, Linux, and the beginnings of open source.
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The implications of LightWorks coming to Linux
The LightWorks video editor is coming to Linux. How was this made possible and what are the far-reaching implications for the flagship open source platform? Jack Wallen ruminates.
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The Golden Tux awards for 2010: Linux and open source winners
Jack Wallen introduces the winners of his Golden Tux awards this year. You may be surprised by a few of these lucky winners.