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Seen that? - Windows XP back by popular demand
in Tech Without Wires, on November 29, 2009
...9;s [...] Read More Sharing swap partitions between Linux and Windows at HackITLinux Format the partition as a dos partition, and create the...
Seen that? - Motorola Q's Production Costs
in The Smart PDA, on November 29, 2009
...ll need. [...] Read More How the BBC uses Linux for its TV production at HackITLinux The BBC is known to have strong support for Linux. When...
Introducing Mandriva Flash 2010
in HackITLinux, on November 28, 2009
Mandriva has launched Mandriva Flash 2010 , which allows a user to boot Mandriva Linux from an 8 GB USB drive. The drive, which leaves 6 GB free for store of documents, is available now for $59.90 .
"Think of Mandriva Flash 2010 as your personal and private 3D mobile desktop, whi...
First ELSE Linux Phone Introduced in London
in HackITLinux, on November 27, 2009
The Linux-based First ELSE mobile phone has had its official launch in London.
"On the hardware front, we’re promised a powerful handset (yes, it looks like a Nokia N900 minus the keyboard) packing a 854×480, 3.5-inch screen, 5 megapixel camera, 3.5mm audio, 16GB of onboard storage ...
Seen that? - Configure a router on FreeBSD using IPFW
in HackITLinux, on November 26, 2009
... Configure a router on FreeBSD using IPFW at HackITLinux 1. Install FreeBSD(If u need help installing, Click here 2. Compile kernel with aditional o...
Seen that? - A Future Through Hacking
in Java Entrepreneur, on November 26, 2009
...used by the network and an [...] Read More Linux Kernel Hacking Guide at HackITLinux When I was starting with Linux back in the mid 90s, I u...
Google Working with Canonical on Chrome OS
in HackITLinux, on November 25, 2009
Canonical has confirmed that it's been collaborating with Google on Chrome OS .
"Canonical's Ubuntu developers have been working with Google's Chrome team since before Google announced its netbook operating system plan in July 2009... in a Canonical blog posting , Chris Kenyon...
Seen that? - Panera Kills Wi-Fi
in The Wireless Weblog, on November 24, 2009
...uck and killed a flying seagull. [...] Read More Wardriving on Ubuntu at HackITLinux If you want to map out your area's hotspots, war-dr...
Seen that? - 30+ Basic Linux Commands
in HackITLinux, on November 15, 2009
... 30+ Basic Linux Commands at HackITLinux Here are some basic linux commands. Some are well known and some aren't. These work on my Mandrake 8.1...
Seen that? - Virus Fears with Skype
in The VoIP Weblog, on November 15, 2009
... virtually no damage." So, [...] Read More More anti-virus tools at HackITLinux Matt Hartley over at Linux Fanatics gives us a brief up...
Linux to Overtake Windows in Netbooks by 2013
in HackITLinux, on November 6, 2009
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A new report from ABI Research finds that Linux currently has 32 percent of the global netbook market, and will overtake Windows in 2013.
"Sales of low-cost netbooks are being increasingly driven by sales outside of the U.S. where Windows is not as prevalent, a...
Review Roundup: Ubuntu 9.10
in HackITLinux, on October 31, 2009
With this week's release of Ubuntu 9.10 , a.k.a. Karmic Koala , the reviews are pouring in -- and it sounds like there's a lot to like.
"Without a doubt, one of my favorite features is the Ubuntu Software Center," notes PC Mag's Jim Lynch . "I like the layout, navigation a...
Introducing Karmic Koala
in HackITLinux, on October 22, 2009
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Canonical today introduced the Release Candidate of Ubuntu 9.10 , aka Karmic Koala -- the final release is planned for October 29.
"Ubuntu 9.10 RC is an upgrade from the previous version, Ubuntu 9.04, which carried the code name Jaunty Jackalope," notes Com...
Seen that? - What to Expect When You're Expecting, The Book
in Next Nine Months, on October 19, 2009
...ul: The [...] Read More How to manage thousands of users using Expect at HackITLinux Linux.com's Sergio Gonzalez Duran writes about his ...
Another Linux Phone from Nokia?
in HackITLinux, on October 16, 2009
Rumor has it that Nokia may be following up the recent introduction of the N900 with the keyboard-less N920, according to a forum posting at NokiaPort.de .
"The Nokia N920 could be released with Maemo 6 Linux next year... Details on the Linux phone specs are thin," writes Th...
Linux Foundation Adds Membership Perks
in HackITLinux, on October 16, 2009
The Linux Foundation has introduced a number of new benefits for individual members , including discounted hardware pricing (up to 40 percent off) from Dell , HP and Lenovo , and the ability to lock in a permanent @linux.com email address.
"Users can now pay a flat one-time fee...
Seen that? - SpyCye: The webcam basd maid
in Tech Without Wires, on October 11, 2009
...the antenna for [...] Read More How to make your webcam work on Linux at HackITLinux Getting the webcam to work on Linux is one of the chall...
Seen that? - 10 Helpful Linux Commands
in HackITLinux, on October 11, 2009
... 10 Helpful Linux Commands at HackITLinux Ten more basic linux commands I thought could help you 1. "Is" This is used to see the contents ...
Seen that? - EMC adds Google Desktop search to Documentum
in On Storage, on October 12, 2009
...ams that find data stored on [...] Read More Google Desktop for Linux at HackITLinux Google first released their Google Desktop for Windows ...
Seen that? - A CERTIFICATE THAT MATTERS?
in Java Entrepreneur, on October 11, 2009
...involves multiple choice questions, [...] Read More LPI Certification at HackITLinux Last December 15, 2006, being one of the LPI Certificat...
Seen that? - Simplicity in consulting
in Tech Intelligence, on October 2, 2009
...ustomer asks if you can look [...] Read More Schedule A Unix Cron Job at HackITLinux When scheduling a cron job each column indicates a diff...
Seen that? - Linux Web Filtering in 7 steps
in HackITLinux, on October 2, 2009
... Linux Web Filtering in 7 steps at HackITLinux How to install a transparent Squid proxy server with real-time HTTP virus scanning on Mandrake 10.0 u...
Seen that? - Amazon Offers Motorola Q for $99.99
in The Smart PDA, on October 2, 2009
...es provider, Affiliated [...] Read More Motorola Linux-based Z6 phone at HackITLinux Motorola is showcasing their MotoRIZR K6 (see photo, co...
IBM Opens Linux Innovation Center in Kazakhstan
in HackITLinux, on September 29, 2009
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IBM has opened a Linux Innovation Center in Kazakhstan.
"Like many emerging markets, Kazakhstan faces the ambitious task of growing and enhancing its IT infrastructure very fast to match the demands of a new economy," says Inna Kuznetsova, IBM's vice presid...
Red Hat Stock Soars
in HackITLinux, on September 25, 2009
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Red Hat Inc. 's stock jumped higher this week after the company reported its second quarter results.
"Revenue climbed 12 percent to $183.6 million, topping the $179.4 million expected by analysts... The company had a 15 percent jump in subscription revenue, fees for the u...
Torvalds Calls Linux 'Bloated'
in HackITLinux, on September 24, 2009
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Speaking at LinuxCon , Linus Torvalds has called Linux "bloated" and "huge"...
"Torvalds said that Linux has gotten a bit porky despite having been developed as an alternative to bloated Windows ware," writes The Inquirer's ...
Microsoft and Best Buy Bash Linux
in HackITLinux, on September 9, 2009
Overclock.net forum member GodofGrunts recently leaked a series of slides from a Best Buy training session in which employees are taught to promote Windows and trash Linux.
"The materials present obvious and at times true assertions about the lack of software support and users preferr...
OIN Blocks Patent Trolls
in HackITLinux, on September 9, 2009
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The Open Invention Network (OIN) yesterday announced that it had acquired 22 Linux-focused patents that had been marketed and sold by Microsoft. The patents had recently been purchased by Allied Security Trust (AST).
"Microsoft is understood to have approached differe...
Linux Market to Exceed $1 Billion by 2012
in HackITLinux, on August 30, 2009
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A recent report from research firm IDC finds that revenue from Linux OS software grew by 23.4% from 2007 to 2008, and that growth will continue from 2008-2013 at a compound annual growth rate of 16.9%, with worldwide Linux operating systems revenue exceeding $1 billion for the fi...
Nokia Launches Linux-Based N900 Phone
in HackITLinux, on August 29, 2009
Nokia has unveiled the N900, the first phone to use the company's Linux-based Maemo operating system.
"Running the open-source Maemo 5 software, it can provide more of a PC-like experience on a small device, according to Nokia," writes CNET's Lance Whitney . "The M...
Introducing Arch Linux 2009.08
in HackITLinux, on August 13, 2009
Dieter Plaetinck this week announced the launch of Arch Linux 2009.08 .
"Released six months after the previous version, this latest edition includes kernel 2.6.30.4-1, udev 141-5 and an upgrade to the distribution's package manager, packman 3.3.0-2," writes Softpedia'...
Microsoft Fears Linux
in HackITLinux, on August 7, 2009
Microsoft has finally admitted that it faces a real threat from Linux.
"Microsoft has warned investors about new threats to its precious client-side tech ecosystem by listing Linux vendors Canonical and Red Hat as rivals in its annual Form 10-K filing ... Microsoft also pointed o...
Introducing SUSE Studio
in HackITLinux, on August 7, 2009
Novell 's recently-launched SUSE Studio is designed to make it as easy as possible to build Linux-based software appliances.
"It provides a convenient interface for creating custom versions of Novell's SUSE Linux distribution with specialized configurations," notes Ar...
Introducing Open Source for America
in HackITLinux, on July 24, 2009
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The newly launched organization Open Source For America consists of over 70 companies and groups working together to push the U.S. government to take a closer look at open source solutions.
"Members of the Open Source For America coalition, which launched Wednesday...
Chrome OS vs. Linux
in HackITLinux, on July 14, 2009
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Question of the week: what's the likely impact of Google's Chrome OS on the Linux community?
"Much of the discussion around Google's new PC operating system has focused on a looming battle with Windows, but the biggest losers could be other Linux OSes that hav...
Peek Wants Linux
in HackITLinux, on July 9, 2009
The folks behind the slick little Peek email device are asking for help — with Linux.
"I'm hoping one or more of you out there in the world can get Linux running on the Peek," Dan Morel writes on the company's blog . "Feel free to post here on how far you get....
T-Mobile USA Launches myTouch 3G Android Phone
in HackITLinux, on July 9, 2009
T-Mobile USA today announced the start of the pre-sale period (from July 8-28, for current subscribers only) for the $200 myTouch 3G , the company's newest Android-based mobile device. Retail availability of the device will begin on August 5th.
"The MyTouch 3G is very similar to ...
Anticipating the CrunchPad
in HackITLinux, on July 9, 2009
TechCrunch founder Michael Arrington is promising to introduce a Linux-based tablet, the CrunchPad , before the end of the month.
"The purpose of the Crunchpad will be very simple: surfing the Web," writes the NYT's Claire Cain Miller . "Turn it on and up comes a b...
Study Anticipates Increasing Use of Linux on Mainframes
in HackITLinux, on June 21, 2009
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A new study commissioned by CA (and executed by TheInfoPro ) has found that large enterprises are increasingly deploying Linux on mainframes to maximize value and minimize costs.
"Linux on the mainframe is clearly a very attractive platform choice for IT organizat...
Looking at 2.6.30
in HackITLinux, on June 21, 2009
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The newest version of the Linux kernel has arrived , and with it a host of new features .
"One of the most noticeable elements in the new release is the kernel inclusion of fastboot, an enhancement designed to speed startup for Linux-based systems," writes LinuxPlanet...
Introducing Fedora 11
in HackITLinux, on June 10, 2009
The Fedora Project this week released Fedora 11 , which adds a number of attractive new features to the Linux OS.
"Fedora 11, which was code named Leonidas, includes virtualization console improvements that ease the task of moving between the host operating system and the guest operat...
You @ Linux Dot Com
in HackITLinux, on June 4, 2009
The Linux Foundation this week launched a new individual membership program which provides users with a wide range of benefits for a $99 fee — including, most notably, an @linux.com email address.
Other benefits include the following:
A weekly Linux.com 'Briefing Book' wi...
Dude, You're Getting Ubuntu
in HackITLinux, on May 23, 2009
Dell this week introduced a new Ubuntu netbook, the Latitude 2100 , which is designed specifically for use by schoolchildren.
"Dell has designed the system with school-friendly features, such as bright primary colors and a more rugged, rubberized design to withstand rough handling ...
Linpus GM: Linux Netbooks to Hit 50 Percent Market Share This Year
in HackITLinux, on May 23, 2009
Earlier this month, The Taipei Times' Elizabeth Tchii reported that Linpus Technologies general manager Stephen Lim "expects Linux-based netbooks to reach 50 percent market share by next year, on a par with Microsoft Inc.'s Windows platform."
"As competition in the...
Lenovo Says Linux Won't Dominate Netbook Market
in HackITLinux, on May 12, 2009
In a recent interview with TECH.BLORGE's John Pospisil , Lenovo 's Matt Kohut suggested that Linux is unlikely to dominate Windows in the netbook market.
"You know, there were a lot of netbooks loaded with Linux, which saves $50 or $100 or whatever it happens to be, based on Mi...
OIN Seeks Prior Art in TomTom Patent Suit
in HackITLinux, on May 2, 2009
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The Open Invention Network (OIN) this week announced an effort to find prior art for Microsoft's FAT patents as used in its lawsuit against TomTom .
"The OIN's new FAT-busting project is a response to a lawsuit that Microsoft settled earlier this year with n...
Linux Users Recall Their First Time
in HackITLinux, on April 24, 2009
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On LinuxInsider yesterday , Katherine Noyes took a look at Linux users' recollections of their "first time," a topic discussed at this month's Linux Foundation Collaboration Summit and later on Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols' blog at Computerworld as ...
Jaunty Jackalope Released
in HackITLinux, on April 17, 2009
The final pre-production code for Ubuntu 9.04 , codenamed Jaunty Jackalope, was released this week.
"The Ubuntu team behind it has reported that the release candidate is 'complete, stable, and suitable for testing by any user,' but that it does provide the caveat that there are...
IDC Sez Linux Market Will Reach $35.5 Billion by 2013
in HackITLinux, on April 11, 2009
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A new report from research firm IDC entitled The Opportunity for Linux in a New Economy [PDF file] anticipates that the global market for Linux will grow to $35.5 billion by 2013.
"This compound annual growth rate of 23.6 percent will far exceed the 5 percent that I...
HP Considering Android Netbooks
in HackITLinux, on April 2, 2009
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The WSJ's Justin Scheck and Nick Wingfield yesterday broke the news that HP and other PC makers are considering using Google's Linux-based Android OS to run netbooks.
"HP, the largest maker of PCs and a major Windows partner, has programmers testing Android for a ...
Novell Intros SLE 11
in HackITLinux, on March 28, 2009
Novell this week launched SUSE Linux Enterprise 11 .
"SLED (Suse Linux Enterprise Desktop) 11, which was released on March 24, stands above its competitors because it works and plays well with existing Windows business networks, data files and application servers," writes Compu...
Welcome, Tuz!
in HackITLinux, on March 21, 2009
Linux has a new mascot... at least temporarily.
"With a commit introduced on Tuesday evening into the main development tree, Linus Torvalds granted the Linux mascot a three-month sabbatical," The H Open Source reports . " Tuz , an image of a Tasmanian devil wearing a false y...
The Great OS Debate
in HackITLinux, on March 12, 2009
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The Linux Foundation this week announced that, at next month's Linux Foundation Collaboration Summit , representatives of the Linux Foundation, Microsoft , and Sun Microsystems will debate the future of their respective operating system...
MontaVista Software Launches Meld Developer Community
in HackITLinux, on March 7, 2009
MontaVista Software this week launched Meld , a networking site for embedded Linux developers.
"Meld provides a forum for developers of all skill levels to connect and share information, ideas and software around embedded Linux designs," writes eWeek's Darryl K. Taft . &quo...
Marvell Intros $99 SheevaPlug Reference Design
in HackITLinux, on February 28, 2009
Marvell this week introduced its new SheevaPlug development platform, a reference design for the company's plug computing concept.
"The idea is that you'll have an ultra-small computer plugged into an electrical socket: it'll be about the size of the socket itself, and y...
ACCESS Demos Linux Platform 3.0
in HackITLinux, on February 21, 2009
ACCESS demonstrated the newest version of its Linux mobile software platform, the ACCESS Linux Platform (ALP) 3.0 , this week at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
"Hardware advancements and more powerful chips, such as TI's OMAP3 series, make it possible to create inter...
Cuba Launches Nova Linux
in HackITLinux, on February 16, 2009
The Cuban government this week launched its own Linux distribution, called Nova .
"The Cuban government, under the auspices of the Universidad de las Ciencias Informáticas (UCI), created Nova by spinning its own rev on the Gentoo variant of Linux," writes The Register's T...
HP Drops Linux from Netbooks in the UK
in HackITLinux, on February 8, 2009
ZDNet UK broke the news this week that HP has decided against releasing any Linux-based netbooks in the UK - its Mini 1000 PC will be available only with Windows in England.
"The reason for this anti-Linux stance? Well, it seems that manufacturers think consumers are wary of an oper...
Intel Releases Moblin 2 OS for Netbooks
in HackITLinux, on February 1, 2009
Intel this week announced the alpha release of Moblin v2 , its new Linux distro optimized for Atom processors.
"Moblin is based largely on Fedora , and it's still a work in progress, but its main goal is to optimise performance for Atom and Core 2 processors running on small...
Introducing RHEL 5.3
in HackITLinux, on January 24, 2009
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Red Hat, Inc. this week announced the general availability of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.3 (RHEL 5.3).
"On the hardware front, RHEL 5.3 supports Intel's new Nehalem chip architecture," writes InternetNews' Sean Michael Ke...
Linux vs. Windows 7
in HackITLinux, on January 17, 2009
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There's been quite a bit of debate online this week about the arrival of Windows 7 , and what it means for the future of Linux.
"Given the advantages of using Windows, particularly if you use open source software to do your office fun...
Vietnam Mandates Open Source
in HackITLinux, on January 10, 2009
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The Vietnamese government has announced that it will require the use of open source applications by the end of the year.
"Vietnam's Ministry of Information and Communications has mandated that applications such as the OpenOffice.org...
Linux in 2009: It's Good to Be Free
in HackITLinux, on January 2, 2009
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As a new year dawns, InternetNews' Bruce Byfield has written an excellent article looking at the world of Linux in 2009.
"The consensus seems to be that 2009 presents more opportunities than difficulties for FOSS (free and open sourc...
Linux Foundation Launches "I'm Linux" Video Contest
in HackITLinux, on December 24, 2008
The Linux Foundation this week leapt into the advertising wars with the launch of the 'I'm Linux' video contest .
"The Linux Foundation saw those successful I'm a Mac commercials, and Jerry Seinfeld playing with Bill Gates , and they wanted in," writes Gizmod...
Introducing Adobe AIR 1.5 for Linux
in HackITLinux, on December 19, 2008
Adobe Systems today announced the general availability of Adobe AIR 1.5 for Linux .
"Adobe AIR allows you to seamlessly run Flash and Javascript-based applications on the desktop," writes Wired's Scott Gilbertson . "Like regular desktop apps, AIR applications are downl...
HP and Novell Partner on $519 Linux PC
in HackITLinux, on December 11, 2008
HP and Novell this week announced plans to offer Novell's SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop on HP's $519 Compaq dc5850 PC, starting December 15th.
"The suite provides a number of applications, including a web browser, Open Office , multimedia tools and e-mail software,"...
Good OS Unveils the Cloud
in HackITLinux, on December 4, 2008
Good OS this week announced Cloud , a new Linux-based operating system that boots into a browser.
"Good OS's Cloud system integrates a compressed version of the Linux operating system with the company's homegrown Web browser," writes InformationWeek's Paul McDougall...
Introducing Fedora 10
in HackITLinux, on November 27, 2008
The Fedora Project this week announced the release of Fedora 10 .
"If you've never given Fedora a try, now is a great time," writes Channel Register's Scott Gilbertson . "The tenth revision [is] slick and stable and it has a rock solid feel to it that, for our mone...
Canonical to Put Ubuntu on ARM Netbooks
in HackITLinux, on November 23, 2008
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Canonical has announced plans to build a version of Ubuntu for ARM 's v7 processors.
"The ARM version of the Linux-based desktop operating system is expected to be released in April," writes InformationWeek's Antone Gonsalves . "AR...
Hacker Installs Debian on a T-Mobile G1
in HackITLinux, on November 13, 2008
Jay Freeman, a.k.a. saurik , has managed (and it ain't easy...) to install Debian on a T-Mobile G1 smartphone.
"If you persevere through the required steps, you'll be rewarded with a device which is capable of running both Google's Android and the Debian install, ...
