The real value of Ultamatix is in making the Linux experience easier for new users, and any steps taken to ease the transition into the Linux world is definitely welcome.
In a recent article, Ryan Cartwright argued that free software isn’t playing the “same game” as proprietary software is. He’s right—but that begs the question: what game is GNU/Linux playing?
So is the idea that Ubuntu machines give more bang for the buck than Mac machines a myth? It depends, but for the most part, no. The mini machines and the low-end laptops were about the same price, especially when you add in the $129 operating system.
One of the best ways to speed up your Linux desktop is to utilize an ultra-lightweight window manager. To all speed-conscious techies, minimalist lovers, and to those who are still hoping to revive their ageing computer hardware, let me introduce you to the 20 most nimble and simple X window managers for Linux.
Some days ago, I wrote a post about 30 gnome themes to enhance your Ubuntu desktop. In order to make one more step in Linux desktop customization, here is a list of 10 very cool icons sets for your Linux desktop.
In many ways I wish it could be the single solution that brings software piracy to a grinding halt - not because it's better to be honest and pay for all your proprietary software (which it is, so don't pirate software), or videos, or songs - but because I want to see open source succeed. However, software piracy is one of open source's biggest enemies, and few people realize that.
...Sirius Corporation and LinuxIT are thought to be among 21 firms invited to tender for the approved supplier catalogue, worth a potential €£80m over four years.
Submissions for the final round have to be in before 13 August. The final list of up to 10 suppliers will be unveiled in October.
In order to achieve this, M. Arun, secretary, Free Software Foundation of India and coordinator, Society for Promotion of Alternative Computing and Employment (SPACE), has been appointed its ‘special officer.’ The Centre will be located in Thiruvananthapuram.
The Rs 25-crore project, using Red Hat Linux operating system, will incorporate a digital map with detailed GIS or geographical information system of the city and even the emergency number 100, giving the police an exact fix on the caller’s location and identity.
Comments
ml2mst
2008-08-03 15:42:11
I recorded a short desktop session (including the Compiz-Fusion "Cylinder") with Istanbul and embedded it in the article plus a link to the Ogg-Tehora file.
Cheers,
Marti
Roy Schestowitz
2008-08-03 16:32:12