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Canonical refines mobile Ubuntu Linux

Canonical refines mobile Ubuntu LinuxDSLDamn Small Linux is already there. As is the embedded Debian on my Nokia N800. Good to see ubuntu join the party.The great mini PenguinDSL rocks! I love this little mini Linux. I run it both from the LiveCD and from my USB memory stick. I...

Tags: Broadband Internet, Network technology, Operating systems, OPEN SOURCE, Damn Small Linux, Ubuntu, DSL, Canonical, Ubuntu Linux, mobile, Linux

Discussion threads 2007-06-06

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Could be a trend--million Energy Star homes

Out of work peopleWith more people out of work, I am sure thisis going to go great, since the banks are notlending money and now they need more 'free'money from the Gov.More pipe dreams of a failed government.Ok, off-topic but.... Africa - we want your Money!So, now that I have...

Tags: Recruitment & Selection, Toyota Motor Corp., job

Discussion threads 2009-11-12

Will OpenSolaris survive Oracle?

We can only hope so! It would make a much better back end than what linux has to offer. Solaris has always been a solid performer and is a real UNIX, not some hacked up clone like linux. The best option for Oracle would be to ditch linux...

Tags: UNIX, Operating systems, OPEN SOURCE, Linux, Sun Solaris, Oracle Corp., OpenSolaris, Open Solaris

Discussion threads 2009-10-27

Netflix arriving on PlayStation 3 next month

Hail PS3!! PS3 is on the roar.. After beating XBox after a long time in console sale, they are back in news again after a successful deal with netflix.I was expecting this deal a year before. But its never too late. All the things will turn out to be good...

Tags: Game players, Linux, Right Now IT, XBL, Sony PlayStation 3, NetFlix Inc., Microsoft Xbox, Sony Playstation

Discussion threads 2009-10-26

Dead-Finger Tech: My three "must have" bits of tech!

Dead-Finger Tech: My three "must have" bits of tech!KeyPass is better than PasswordSafeIf you like PasswordSafe try KeyPass. It is much, much better (yes, I have used both.) You can also carry in on you USB:http://keepass.info/I'd love an IronkeyIf only I had information worth protecting :-(RE: Dead-Finger Tech: My...

Tags: Linux, KeyPass, Dead-Finger Tech, PasswordSafe, Password Safe, RoboForm, KeePass, password

Discussion threads 2009-07-29

Huge demand for Windows 7 pre-orders in Europe

Huge demand for Windows 7 pre-orders in Europe Huge demand for Windows 7 pre-orders in Europe Everywhere I go people are talking about Microsoft Windows 7. It is getting such great reviews and high marks that people are demanding to run it. It is improved all around and in...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating systems, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows, Win 7, Microsoft Windows XP

Discussion threads 2009-07-16

Google ChromeOS: Have people taken leave of their senses?

Reading the commentary from the likes of TechCrunch, Mashable, The Guardian and even our own esteemed Sam Diaz on the pre-launch (you've got another YEAR to wait) you'd think the Google ChromeOS was the closest thing to the second coming of Jesus Christ. Get a grip people. First up MG...

Tags: Google Inc., Operating System, Microsoft Corp., Netbook, Register, Netbooks, Nettops & MIDs, Linux, Operating Systems, Microsoft Windows, Open Source, Hardware, Software, Dennis Howlett

Blog posts 2009-07-08

'Acid test' for Ubuntu on a netbook

'Acid test' for Ubuntu on a netbookI thought UbuntuHad packaged installers? Or has skype not been approved by the Ubuntu Community?Try opening CheeseCheese is the native UNR webcam application used for quick pictures and videos. If that program works then the drivers are okay and it's a Skype problem. If...

Tags: Netbooks, nettops & MIDs, Loverock, Built-in Camera, Ubuntu, Acid-test, netbook, Skype Technologies S.A., Linux

Discussion threads 2009-06-23

Russian antitrust unit targets Microsoft over XP availability

Russian antitrust unit targets Microsoft over XP availabilityThe real reason Russia wants XP to remainMy guess is that the Russians are attempting to keep the older, less secure operating systems around as they have spent a great deal of time and money learning to hack those systems. Heaven forbid if...

Tags: Operating systems, SECURITY, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows XP, XP availability, operating system, antitrust unit, antitrust

Discussion threads 2009-06-04

Microsoft finally shows why the Zune stands out against the iPod

Microsoft finally shows why the Zune stands out against the iPodZunekillerNow, that's funny! :DI do like the sound of their subscription model with the 10 songs you get to keep a month. I always thought that sounded cool, but it would depend on their catalog, though. I have a feeling...

Tags: Podcasts, Digital music, Microsoft Corp., Apple iPod, Microsoft Zune, music

Discussion threads 2009-05-12

Apache or GPL?

Apache or GPL?Are pigs flying.This was an unbiased article and an excellent read.Name me one company that makes a LOT of moneyusing GPL'd code.Hint: $25 million a YEAR Red Hat earnings is NOT a lot of money.$9.74 billion a QUARTER Apple IS a lot of money.False Premise"On the other hand,...

Tags: OPEN SOURCE, GPL, Apache Software Foundation

Discussion threads 2009-04-29

Microsoft finishes Vista SP2

Microsoft finishes Vista SP2RE: Microsoft finishes Vista SP2Unlike previous SPs, SP2 requires SP1. So if you don't hsve SP1 installed, you win't see SP2 in the AU/MU/WU.Unsure why people are in a rush to install it. who knows if there are any issues.RE: Microsoft finishes Vista SP2We care because I...

Tags: Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Service Pack 2, Vista SP2, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows Vista

Discussion threads 2009-04-29

Conficker's estimated economic cost? $9.1 billion

Conficker's estimated economic cost? $9.1 billionWindows ROI vs. Open SourceThis makes me wonder how people think theywould be out of business UNLESS they useWindows.$9 BILLION DOLLARS, this puts companies OUTbusiness and customers who are furious withservices that are rendered unavailable dueto insecure software......Tell me again, how does running Windows bring...

Tags: Cyberthreats, Patches, Operating systems, Viruses and worms, Conficker, economic cost, virus, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows, piracy

Discussion threads 2009-04-23

Microsoft scores another hit against Apple

Microsoft scores another hit against Applesmall edit required...[i]The underlying message in both of these commercials is that Macs are for people with more sense than money and value style over function...[/i]shouldn't that be...[i]The underlying message in both of these commercials is that Macs are for people with more [b]money than...

Tags: Apple Inc., Microsoft Corp., advertisement

Discussion threads 2009-04-06

Apple's $500 or Microsofts's 81% tax?

Apple's $500 or Microsofts's 81% tax?Just my opinion . . .I'm not going to compare Apples to MS based products, but I would rather pay 81% gross margin and save $500. Also, even if I have to buy AV software for the Microsoft device, at $40 a year, for 5...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Desktops, Taxes, Personal finance, PC, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Inc., network speed, tax

Discussion threads 2009-03-31

Ballmer: Apple logo costs $500

Ballmer: Apple logo costs $500Here's a caption...."He's right".Will that do?RE: Ballmer: Apple logo costs $500I'd do anything for MS, but I won't do that.hey its ballmer pleaseDont give any attention to monkey boy ....And just in case ok apple cost 500$ what about MS logo well .... than again its...

Tags: Microsoft Windows, Operating systems, Microsoft Corp., Apple Inc., Caption, Steve Ballmer

Discussion threads 2009-03-20

Windows 7 a tough sell on netbooks? No kidding!

Windows 7 a tough sell on netbooks? No kidding!Quite rightThe choices will be:1. Linux2. Windows XP3. Windows 7 Starter Edition4. Windows 7 Home Premium or aboveLinux loses on familiarity. Windows 7 Starter loses on lack of functionality. Windows 7 HP loses on price. Windows XP is familiar, fully functional, and...

Tags: Netbooks, nettops & MIDs, Operating systems, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), MSI, Windows 7 Starter, Microsoft Windows 7, netbook, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2009-03-06

Closing time: Circuit City will liquidate

Closing time: Circuit City will liquidateClosing time: Circuit City will liquidateCheap stuff! Oh boy!!! HDTV here I come.This is a bitter lesson for the corporate AmericaPutting Obama in charge of the economy led to this dire situation after many years of growth.The salvation can only come in 2012...

Tags: Macy, Circuit City Stores Inc., Best Buy Co. Inc.

Discussion threads 2009-01-16

Fedora 10 + Acer Aspire One = damn fine computer

Fedora 10 + Acer Aspire One = damn fine computerMeant reply to story. ;) ntntI like ......your approach, 100% real world hand-on DIY. Pound for pound, I think this is the best review I've read about one of these puppies.Hey Chris, I don't want to give you extra work,...

Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, openSUSE, openSUSE 11.1, Acer Aspire, Fedora Project, Acer Inc., Point Unetbootin, Fedora 10, Linux, computer

Discussion threads 2009-01-04

MySQL Vs. Unify Data Server: What might have been

MySQL Vs. Unify Data Server: What might have beenThat's what happenswhen you go for popular rather than best fit. MySQL was late to the game and has less features than other major databases. Most FOSS experts "in the know" prefer Postgres - they say that most of the open source...

Tags: OPEN SOURCE, Databases, Sun Microsystems Inc., MySQL

Discussion threads 2008-12-09