- Subscribe to this page:
- RSS
- Email Alert
linux - open source
(225 results)-
Downloads
Create custom keybindings in vim
Jun 2009
Vincent Danen tells you how you can work smarter in vim by adding and changing keybindings to more familiar commands.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
10+ mistakes Linux newbies make
May 2010
You can make things a lot less frustrating for your new Linux users by helping them avoid these typical rookie mistakes.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 differences between Linux and BSD
Aug 2010
Despite a common tendency to gloss over the differences, Linux and BSD have a number of characteristics that set them apart from one another. Jack Wallen points out several important...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
Configuring VOIP in Twinkle
Sep 2009
If you need a reliable and capable SIP softphone for Linux, Vincent Danen suggests using the feature-rich Twinkle to configure its use.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Book chapters
Troubleshoot storage performance problems in your Linux system
Nov 2006
SANs are growing in popularity because they assist with storage consolidation and simplification. And the main discussion point within the computing industry with regards to storage consolidation...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
-
Downloads
How do I... Connect a Mac OS X machine to a Samba share?
Feb 2008
Working (or living) within a Linux-based network is become more and more commonplace. And with the popularity of Mac OS X rising, Apple-based computers have to play well inside a Linux network....
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
Using dnsmasq for DNS and DHCP services
Nov 2008
Vincent Danen introduces an open source solution called dnsmasq, which provides both DNS forwarding and DHCP services for a small network or home office.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
10 ways to make your Samba life easier
Apr 2010
Samba allows Linux, Windows, and Mac to communicate with one another, but it has a reputation for being tricky to configure and administer. Here are some ways to reduce your Samba headaches.This...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
How do I... Install KDE applications on Windows?
Dec 2008
Thanks to a group of KDE developers, it is possible to run some KDE-specific applications up and running on Microsoft Windows. Jack Wallen explains how to install KDE applications and have them...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 terms and concepts related to open source
Feb 2011
Despite the proliferation of open source projects, some people are still fuzzy on the terminology and basic open source concepts. Susan Harkins put together this list to help clear up some of the...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Top 10 financial applications for Linux
Jun 2008
Many people don't realize the wealth of applications available for Linux -- and that includes financial software. Jack Wallen introduces 10 Linux apps that will meet your financial needs, whether...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 must-have Linux office applications
Oct 2008
Does Linux have what it takes to meet the needs of the corporate desktop? Jack Wallen thinks so. Here's his list of office apps that can handle everything from word processing to project...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 things you should do to secure Apache
Jan 2009
If you think Apache and Linux will deflect all threats without extra security precautions, think again. As Jack Wallen explains, you need to take a number of steps to make sure Apache is a secure...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 old-school Linux tools I refuse to let go of
Jan 2010
No matter which platform you prefer, there are probably a few old tools you just can't part with. Jack Wallen shares his Linux favorites.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
Free Chapter Download - Linux Cookbook
Jun 2005
While Windows remains the dominant technology powering most TechRepublic members' networks, many members have implemented Linux for a specific need, such as firewall services. Some organizations...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
10 Linux desktops you shouldn't overlook
Nov 2008
Even if you're happy with the Linux desktop you currently use, you might want to check out some alternatives to see what you could be missing. Jack Wallen highlights 10 of the best desktops and...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 Linux and open source developer tools you should not overlook
Mar 2009
To take advantage of the excellent Linux development environment, you need to have the right tools. Here's a rundown of some of the best ones out there and the features they have to offer.This...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
Change default applications easily in GNOME
Dec 2009
Vincent Danen walks you through the easy steps for changing the application defaults associated with certain file types in the Gnome desktop.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
Boost security by stopping these 10 Linux services on your server
Jun 2008
So you have that smokin' Linux LAMP server up and running, and you want it to be as secure as possible. But what services should you stop (permanently) to increase security -- and how do you go...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Book chapters
Beef up your Ubuntu Linux system admin toolkit with these essential system monitoring tools
Aug 2007
To keep systems in optimum shape, administrators need to be able to monitor them closely. Fortunately, Ubuntu provides a wealth of utilities designed to give you as much or as little feedback as...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Investigate attacks against your network with these open-source forensic tools
Oct 2007
Even if you do everything right to secure your network, including implement security measures properly and maintain them vigilantly, no network is 100% secure. So, what do you do if, in spite of...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
-
Downloads
10 reasons for switching to a different Linux distribution
Oct 2008
Sooner or later, you're going to get the urge to switch distributions -- maybe for a change of pace or maybe out of more practical considerations. Here's a look at some of the most common reasons...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 things to consider when choosing a Linux distribution
Apr 2008
Many users would argue that one Linux distribution is pretty much like another, at least on fundamentals. But when it comes down to everyday use, each distribution is different from the next. So...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
How do I join a Linux machine to a Windows Domain?
Aug 2010
In this How do I, Jack Wallen shows you how to join your Linux machine to a Windows domain with the help of Likewise-Open. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 keyboard shortcuts to improve your Linux experience
Jul 2008
A few simple keyboard shortcuts can make your work in Linux far more efficient. Jack Wallen runs through 10 of his favorites, for both desktop environments and window managers.This download is...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Book chapters
Beef up your Ubuntu Linux system admin toolkit with these essential system monitoring tools
Aug 2007
To keep systems in optimum shape, administrators need to be able to monitor them closely. Fortunately, Ubuntu provides a wealth of utilities designed to give you as much or as little feedback as...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Downloads
Introducing Zimbra Collaboration Suite
Jun 2007
The collaboration server space is getting crowded these days, with various products offering Exchange-like functionality and a few enticing extras. Among the available solutions is Zimbra, which...
Provided by Justin James
-
Downloads
A couple of MySQL stored procedures myths get busted
Jun 2007
Two often repeated myths about MySQL stored procedures include (1) MySQL does not support stored procedures and (2) MySQL stored procedures are too difficult to work with under typical...
Provided by Edmond Woychowsky
-
Book chapters
Use Metasploit Framework to develop functional exploits faster and with less effort
Jun 2007
The security tool Metasploit Framework (MSF) was the first open-source and freely available exploit development framework, and since 2003, it has grown to be one of the security community's most...
Provided by Syngress
-
Book chapters
Design an infrared remote control for Linux appliances
May 2007
Remotes have become our most natural means of controlling certain appliances, so much so that in the future, we can expect to see more appliances forfeiting the front control panel altogether in...
Provided by No Starch Press
-
Downloads
500 Things Every Technology Professional Needs to Know
May 2007
Did you know... Did you know Microsoft's RegClean does not work with XP but you can use shareware to clean your registry? Did you know most wireless access points don't have encryption enabled...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Linux cheat sheet: KDE and Konquerer keyboard shortcuts
May 2007
Using the keyboard is often the fastest way to accomplish certain tasks. Vincent Danen put together this quick-glance list of shortcuts that can help speed up navigation, window and desktop...
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
SolutionBase: Setting up Apache as a Web server under Linux via GUI
May 2007
Doing things in Linux can present a large learning curve to a Windows-savvy network administrator. Jack Wallen shows the easy way to setup an Apache Web server under Linux.
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
SolutionBase: Puppy Linux teaches an old dog new tricks
May 2007
There are many different Linux distributions available. If you want a distribution small enough to run from an USB drive but with all the power of a full distribution, this article will show why...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Book chapters
Create a full-featured, database-driven Web application using free and open source software
May 2007
Practical PHP and MySQL: Building Eight Dynamic Web Applications demonstrates that it's easy to build commercial-quality Web applications using free and open source software. The book walks you...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
-
Downloads
SolutionBase: Demystifying LVM in Linux
Apr 2007
Shuffling data around hard drives and repartitioning can be confusing in the land of Linux. In this article, Jack Wallen shows you how to manage disks with Logical Volume Management.
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
SolutionBase: Working with Scribus for Linux desktop publishing
Apr 2007
Desktop publishing has long been the territory of Mac OS X workstations and, to a lesser extent, Windows machines. Jack Wallen shows you how to work with Scribus to turn your Linux workstation...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
Customize Linux with these 10 boot prompt options
Apr 2007
One of the reasons Linux-based systems are so popular is their configurability -- almost every aspect of the operating system's behavior can be customized. Ten of the most useful Linux prompt...
Provided by Melonfire
-
Book chapters
Master the basics of Linux system administration
Feb 2007
Since 2001, the first edition of the Linux Administration Handbook has been a definitive resource for Linux system administrators who must efficiently solve technical problems and maximize the...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
-
Book chapters
Explore U-Boot and the critical role of bootloaders in an embedded Linux system
Dec 2006
The bootloader's role in an embedded Linux system cannot be overstated: it is the first piece of software that takes control upon applying power, a critical component that provides the foundation...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
-
Book chapters
Troubleshoot storage performance problems in your Linux system
Nov 2006
SANs are growing in popularity because they assist with storage consolidation and simplification. And the main discussion point within the computing industry with regards to storage consolidation...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
-
Book chapters
Create dynamic database reports with JasperReports, the leading open source Java reporting tool
Sep 2006
JasperReports is a powerful open source Java reporting tool that has the ability to deliver rich, dynamic content onto the screen, to the printer, or into PDF, HTML, XLS, CSV and XML files....
Provided by Packt Publishing
-
Downloads
Quick Guide: Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Aug 2006
Making the jump from Windows to Linux can be a big undertaking. Where do you begin? In this Quick Guide, you'll learn the basics of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. You'll learn how the program works,...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Linux versions of common DOS commands
Sep 2005
Most experienced support techs can drop to a command prompt and execute commands and utilities with confidence. However, if you're starting to support Linux desktops on your network, you may...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Learn the Linux way of changing your desktop settings
Mar 2006
We've put together this handy chart that lists the common things that you do to alter the Windows appearance, along with the corresponding Linux GNOME and KDE methods. The list shows how to do...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Administrator's Guide to Linux in a Windows Enterprise
Jul 2005
Meet the challenges of incorporating Linux into your Windows environment. Learn to integrate, troubleshoot, secure, and administer Linux-powered solutions with this in-depth resource. This...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about the Linux bash shell
Aug 2005
The unassuming Linux shell program bash hides some powerful tools and shortcuts, 10 of which are outlined in this document. For many information technology professionals the command line...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
Calculating TCO and ROI on open source platforms
Apr 2006
Determining the total cost of ownership/operation and return on investment for open source systems can be an elusive proposition. See what factors--both concrete and abstract--you need to take...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
12 useful Linux file manipulation commands you should know
May 2005
For users familiar with graphical user interfaces such as Apple's MacOS and Microsoft's Windows, the command line interface prevalent in Linux can be somewhat intimidating, even for the normal...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
Free Chapter Download - Linux Cookbook
Jun 2005
While Windows remains the dominant technology powering most TechRepublic members' networks, many members have implemented Linux for a specific need, such as firewall services. Some organizations...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
10 obscure Linux office applications you need to try
Nov 2010
Sorting through the myriad business-oriented Linux apps can be a daunting endeavor. To get you started, Jack Wallen put together this list of tools that will help you handle tasks ranging from...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
How do I quickly share Linux directories with a Windows network?
Sep 2010
Jack Wallen walks you through the process of setting up a share on your Linux desktop so that all the machines on your network can access it. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Book chapters
Beef up your Ubuntu Linux system admin toolkit with these essential system monitoring tools
Aug 2007
To keep systems in optimum shape, administrators need to be able to monitor them closely. Fortunately, Ubuntu provides a wealth of utilities designed to give you as much or as little feedback as...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Downloads
10 obscure Linux distributions (and why you should know about them)
Mar 2011
Linux distributions come in all shapes and sizes, and they're aimed at addressing every conceivable need. Jack Wallen introduces a few you may not have heard of that might be worth a look. This...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Book chapters
Investigate attacks against your network with these open-source forensic tools
Oct 2007
Even if you do everything right to secure your network, including implement security measures properly and maintain them vigilantly, no network is 100% secure. So, what do you do if, in spite of...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
-
Downloads
10 reasons for switching to a different Linux distribution
Oct 2008
Sooner or later, you're going to get the urge to switch distributions -- maybe for a change of pace or maybe out of more practical considerations. Here's a look at some of the most common reasons...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
Use Makefiles for more than handling source code
Jun 2009
The make command is not just for programmers. Vincent Danen shows you other handy tasks that you can perform with this versatile command.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
How do I use Prey to help recover a stolen laptop?
Sep 2009
Prey is an open source application, available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, that can help you out when your laptop is stolen because once it is installed, it will send reports to a specified email...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
Easy Gmail reading with mutt
Aug 2010
Vincent Danen shows you how to make use of Gmail on the command line with mutt. Here are the basic commands to set it up.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
Increase download speed with Aria2 utility
Jun 2010
Vincent Danen recommends the multisource, multiprotocol, and cross-platform Aria2 utility to drastically increase download speeds. It runs on Linux, Mac, Windows, and others.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
Use Live USB Creator to install Fedora 12 from a USB stick
Feb 2010
Vincent Danen walks you through the use of the Live USB Creator tool to install or boot Fedora 12 from a USB drive.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
10 things to consider when choosing a Linux distribution
Apr 2008
Many users would argue that one Linux distribution is pretty much like another, at least on fundamentals. But when it comes down to everyday use, each distribution is different from the next. So...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
Setting up a dynamic DNS service part 2: dhcpd
Jul 2009
Vincent Danen follows up his tip on configuring BIND for a dynamic DNS service with part 2 on configuring the DHCPd service, which will serve the DHCP-based IP addresses to clients and update the...
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
Tips and tricks for working on the command line in Linux
Nov 2008
Vincent Danen believes in the power of the command line as being faster and more powerful than a GUI, once you get the hang of it. Here are some of his favorite tips and shortcuts for working from...
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
Manipulate monitor displays easily with the xrandr extension
Jan 2010
Vincent Danen explains how to use the xrandr extension (X Resize and Rotate)to help you easily manipulate your monitor display. It allows you to adjust resolutions on-the-fly, reposition or rotate...
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
10 mistakes new Linux administrators make
Nov 2008
If you're new to Linux, a few common mistakes are likely to get you into trouble. Learn about them up front so you can avoid major problems as you become increasingly Linux-savvy.This download is...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Book chapters
Create a full-featured, database-driven Web application using free and open source software
May 2007
Practical PHP and MySQL: Building Eight Dynamic Web Applications demonstrates that it's easy to build commercial-quality Web applications using free and open source software. The book walks you...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
-
Book chapters
Use display and capture filters in Wireshark to find the network information you want and screen out what you don't
Aug 2007
If you're trying to pinpoint a network problem or understand how a particular network operation works, the amount of extraneous traffic on the network can be overwhelming and prevent you from...
Provided by Syngress
-
Downloads
Setting up a dynamic DNS service part 1: named
Jul 2009
Vincent Danen shows you how to configure the BIND side of a dynamic DNS service. (In part 2, he will configure DHCPd and put them both together.)
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
Use Fail2ban to blacklist IP addresses and alert you to attacks
Feb 2011
Vincent Danen takes you through some basic configuration of the Fail2ban network monitoring utility, which can help protect your systems and servers from brute-force attacks.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
Check out subversion repositories with ViewVC
Feb 2009
Vincent Danen introduces Web-based ViewVC, which is a Web-frontend to both subversion and Concurrent Versions System (CVS). ViewVC is written in python and is extremely simple to install and use....
Provided by Danen Consulting Services
-
Downloads
How do I join a Linux machine to a Windows Domain?
Aug 2010
In this How do I, Jack Wallen shows you how to join your Linux machine to a Windows domain with the help of Likewise-Open. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
The 10 most useful Linux commands
Nov 2008
Maybe the command line isn't your favorite place to hang out, but to be an effective Linux admin, you need to be able to wield a few essential commands. Jack Wallen says these 10 are guaranteed to...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 keyboard shortcuts to improve your Linux experience
Jul 2008
A few simple keyboard shortcuts can make your work in Linux far more efficient. Jack Wallen runs through 10 of his favorites, for both desktop environments and window managers.This download is...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
How to set up OpenVPN server and create Linux and Mac OS X clients
Oct 2010
Vincent Danen takes you through the steps and configuration to set up an OpenVPN server and also create both Linux and Mac OS X clients on OpenVPN.
Provided by Vincent Danen
