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Wireshark makes locating bandwidth issues easy

December 15, 2012 5:49pm PST

When a small business experiences network bottlenecks, the best troubleshooting tool for the job is Wireshark, according to Jack Wallen.

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Five plugins to help you monetize WordPress

December 12, 2012 10:32am PST

Jack Wallen describes how WordPress can be used for much more than just blogging, particularly when it comes to generating income.

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Use this lightweight WAMP server to serve content on a Windows machine

December 11, 2012 5:18pm PST

With the free Uniform Server, you could easily take a simple Windows desktop PC, turn it into an internal web server, and create a useful portal for whatever you need.

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How to get Netflix streaming on Ubuntu 12.10

December 10, 2012 7:00am PST

It's taken quite some time, but Netflix streaming video has finally arrived on the Ubuntu Linux desktop. In this easy, step-by-step, Jack Wallen shows you how.

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Manage the product inventory in your TomatoCart installation

December 6, 2012 1:08pm PST

In this TomatoCart tutorial, learn how to add tax codes and zones, manage product categories, add products, and change banner images in the ecommerce solution.

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Five free apps to help remind you to take a break

December 3, 2012 1:40pm PST

Jack Wallen has found apps that remind users to take breaks and practice good ergonomics, and they do this without costing a penny.

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Driving forces behind Linux and open source growth

December 3, 2012 8:13am PST

Jack Wallen has been watching Linux and open source for well over a decade. In all the ebbs and flows of acceptance, he has never seen such wide-spread usage of the open source platform as now.

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Five easy to use and free desktop social networking tools

November 28, 2012 8:40am PST

Having the proper tools allows you to keep your business on top of social networking and keep you one step ahead of the competition.

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Replace SyncToy with FreeFileSync for your SMB backup needs

November 26, 2012 2:19pm PST

FreeFileSync is an open source, cross-platform backup tool. Learn how to install it and then use it to set up a backup job.

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Open source community up in arms over proprietary software for Ubuntu

November 26, 2012 6:31am PST

Portions of the Linux community are up in arms that proprietary software has started appearing in the Ubuntu Software Center. Jack Wallen sees this as a sign of great things to come.

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Five easy to use desktop ebook readers

November 21, 2012 12:31pm PST

Jack Wallen reveals his picks for desktop versions of ebook readers - one is bound to suit your needs.

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Use RedNotebook as your IT admin journal

November 20, 2012 1:24pm PST

RedNotebook is a modern journaling application that is available on Linux, Windows, and Mac. The tool's standout feature is that you can create your own templates.

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Ten things Linux and open source have to be thankful for

November 19, 2012 7:29am PST

Linux and open source has a lot to be thankful for. Jack Wallen takes a moment to highlight ten things this community should give thanks for. You might be surprised at what you read!

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Five cost effective and easy to setup FTP servers for your desktop

November 16, 2012 11:40am PST

The ability to set up an FTP server on a desktop computer means getting things done quickly and easily.

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Five solid FTP clients that also happen to be free

November 12, 2012 11:07am PST

FTP isn't going away anytime soon and for anyone looking for a solid FTP client, here are five free tools that should meet nearly any need.

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Fedora 18 release delayed for the seventh time

November 12, 2012 7:20am PST

The release of Fedora 18 has been delayed yet again. Why has this happened and what does it mean for the cutting edge test bed for Red Hat Enterprise Linux? Jack Wallen takes a look into the issue.

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Let FARR make your Windows desktop easier to search

November 10, 2012 12:59pm PST

Stop wasting time switching from keyboard to mouse and opt for an keyboard-only interface. Discover how the Let Find and Run Robot problem can make your desktop search more efficient.

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Linux FUD in the American classroom

November 5, 2012 6:23am PST

FUD still exists -- even in the institution of education. Jack Wallen calls out for everyone to spread a little truth -- even if that means standing up to your chair, CEO, COO, or instructor.

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Five useful tips for your Samsung Galaxy S III

November 1, 2012 7:46am PDT

Jack Wallen provides five useful tips for using the Samsung Galaxy S III.

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The five most useful virtual appliances for business

October 30, 2012 11:53am PDT

Choosing the right virtual appliance can solve major problems. Jack Wallen suggests five of his preferred app choices in this area.