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- Linux-Windows gap to remain for five years
- The Linux desktop experience is now closer to the Windows environment than before, but the gap in mainstream adoption for the open source OS will not close anytime soon, says an industry analyst. The Linux desktop experience is now closer to the Windows environment than before, but the gap...
- Tags: Linux Desktop, GUI, Linux Desktop Experience, Linux, Open Source, Desktops, Operating Systems, UNIX, Microsoft Windows, Software, Hardware, Windows, desktop, Victoria Ho ZDNet Asia
- News items 2009-10-14
- Podcast: Why ZDNet AU loves Linux desktops
- Since you ask, noI have long ago left Windows behind when I got tired of running all the spyware/malware/defrag/registry cleaner jobs just to keep it running resonably well. I find that my computer runs better with Linux and i don't have the annoying jobs to run just about every...
- Tags: UNIX, Operating systems, OPEN SOURCE, Linux desktop, desktop, podcast, Linux, Microsoft Windows
- Discussion threads 2009-08-14
- Podcast: Why ZDNet AU loves Linux desktops
- In this podcast, ZDNet.com.au staffers Renai LeMay and Chris Duckett discuss why they use Linux full time where they can and what they like and don't like about it. They both like Linux because it's more secure and currently has a graphical user...
- Tags: Desktop, Linux Desktop, Linux, UNIX, Operating Systems, Open Source, Podcasts, Software, Internet, Larry Dignan
- Blog posts 2009-08-14
- 10 ways the Linux desktop improves the user experience
- If you've always worked with a Windows or Mac desktop, you may not know what you're missing. Jack Wallen says the Linux desktop offers numerous advantages worth checking out -- from efficient and flexible design to superior update systems.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things...
- Tags: Linux Desktop, Jack Wallen, Linux, Desktops, Open Source, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware
- Download resources 2009-06-03
- The little Linux desktop that could: Xfce 4.6 released
- The little Linux desktop that could: Xfce 4.6 releasedThe little Linux desktop that could: Xfce 4.6 releasedInaccurate headline. XFCE is not just for linux. It works on other platforms as well. Besides, there is no such thing as a linux desktop.RE: The little Linux desktop that could: Xfce...
- Tags: OPEN SOURCE, Desktops, UNIX, Operating systems, XFce, Xfce 4.6, Linux, desktop, GNOME, openSUSE, BMW AG, Linux desktop
- Discussion threads 2009-02-27
- The little Linux desktop that could: Xfce 4.6 released
- One of the questions I get asked pretty frequently by non-Linux users is "why are there so many desktops?" Mac and Windows users don't have to choose between desktop environments, why should Linux users? GNOME and KDE get all the attention these days, but Linux users looking...
- Tags: Linux Desktop, GNOME, KDE, Xfce, Linux, Desktops, Open Source, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Joe Brockmeier
- Blog posts 2009-02-27
- Microsoft, Moonlight reach across aisle to bring Obama inauguration to Linux desktops
- Microsoft, Moonlight reach across aisle to bring Obama inauguration to Linux desktopsCatering to the fake outrage ofa bunch of braindead loser scumbags. There would not have been a peep from the collective filth if PIC had chosen Flash, an inferior proprietary solution.ha, ha, ha!The title should read 'M$ partners with...
- Tags: OPEN SOURCE, Desktops, Microsoft Corp., Obama Inauguration, aisle, Linux, Linux desktop, Obama, Sarah Palin, desktop
- Discussion threads 2009-01-20
- Microsoft, Moonlight reach across aisle to bring Obama inauguration to Linux desktops
- Looks like the spirit of bipartisan cooperation in D.C. has already left its mark on the PC. Last night, we're told, Microsoft worked together with Novell-sponsored Mono Project and Moonlight team to enable Linux desktop users to view the inauguration events using the open source implementation...
- Tags: Desktop, Novell Inc., Linux Desktop, Microsoft Silverlight, Microsoft Corp., Inauguration Event, Linux, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Paula Rooney
- Blog posts 2009-01-20
- openSUSE 11.1
- Novell's latest Open Source free Linux desktop, openSUSE 11.1 by Jason Perlow
- Tags: Linux Desktop, Jason Perlow, Desktops, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, opensuse, open source, linux, novell, desktop
- Image galleries 2008-12-18
- Roadmap: Open source to take over mainstream IT
- Roadmap: Open source to take over mainstream ITDelusion DayJust saying it every year for the last decade does not make it any more real.If Linux desktop ever gets to 1% global usage, it will still be irrelevant.Who's deluded?It's already happening and will continue to proliferate.I can understand how some people...
- Tags: Desktops, open source, information technology
- Discussion threads 2008-12-03
- Ulteo offers server based computing solution for Linux desktops, apps
- Ulteo offers server based computing solution for Linux desktops, appsMuch more useable than ....On the surface THIS appears to be much more useable than "diskless" terminals.RE: Ulteo offers server based computing solution for Linux desktops, appsThe proof will be in reliably serving up MS Office, SQL, etc. They do this...
- Tags: Desktops, OPEN SOURCE, Ulteo, computing solution, Linux desktop, Linux, desktop, server
- Discussion threads 2008-11-21
- Ulteo offers server based computing solution for Linux desktops, apps
- Ulteo is now offering what Microsoft and Citrix will not: a server based computing solution for the Linux desktop and Linux applications. The company, which late last year launched the first OpenOffice open source desktop online, has announced the availability of the Open Virtual Desktop...
- Tags: Linux Desktop, Citrix Systems Inc., Server, Ulteo, Open Virtual Desktop, Microsoft Terminal Server, Linux, Desktops, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Paula Rooney
- Blog posts 2008-11-21
- 10 Linux desktops you shouldn't overlook
- 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 explains what makes them stand out.This download is also available as an entry in our...
- Tags: Linux Desktop, Jack Wallen, Linux, Desktops, Open Source, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware
- Download resources 2008-11-05
- Ubuntu's Shuttleworth: "I don't think anyone can make money from the Linux desktop"
- Ubuntu's Shuttleworth: "I don't think anyone can make money from the Linux desktop"Exactly, its not about making money.Which is why it never will. The Linux community is anti-profit. Every profit making scheme is labeled as "evil" and a corruption of the FOSS way of life.Absolutely Correct!It is a...
- Tags: UNIX, OPEN SOURCE, Operating systems, thing technology need, SJVN, Linux desktop, Ubuntu, desktop, Linux, barn, Shuttleworth
- Discussion threads 2008-10-28
- Ubuntu's Shuttleworth: "I don't think anyone can make money from the Linux desktop"
- Mark Shuttleworth, the guy behind the most popular Linux distro Ubuntu, bursts a bubble during yesterday's press call: "I don't think anyone can make money from the Linux desktop." by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes
- Tags: Ubuntu, Linux Desktop, Linux, Desktops, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Adrian Kingsley-Hughes, Mark Shuttleworth
- Blog posts 2008-10-28
- Would you buy a Linux desktop?
- Would you buy a Linux desktop?Would you buy a Linux desktop?Absolutely not! There is no place for linux on the desktop, especially in education. It can't even run Reader Rabbit or Lemonade Stand! How are these kids going to have fun learning if the system doesn't run...
- Tags: UNIX, OPEN SOURCE, Operating systems, Desktops, Linux, desktop, Linux desktop
- Discussion threads 2008-09-09
- Would you buy a Linux desktop?
- I think a lot of us are open to Linux on the desktop. Quick, free, frequently updated, etc., etc...We know the standard reasons to look at Linux-based PCs. While laptops reign supreme for consumers and many business users, there are still many good reasons to purchase desktop computers...
- Tags: Linux Desktop, Linux, Desktops, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Christopher Dawson
- Blog posts 2008-09-09
- Get Up To Speed: Alternative Linux Desktops
- If you have any interest in using the Linux operating system you will most likely want to get to know one of a handful of desktops available: GNOME, KDE, Enlightenment, XFCE, Compiz, etc. One of the best aspects of Linux is its versatility and variety. And with the desktop, there...
- Tags: Linux Desktop, Linux, Open Source, Desktops, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware
- Download resources 2008-07-11
- Developers criticize Nvidia, other holdouts for hindering Linux desktop
- Developers criticize Nvidia, other holdouts for hindering Linux desktopInteresting[i]We have repeatedly found them to be detrimental to Linux users, businesses and the greater Linux ecosystem," the letter stated. "Such modules negate the openness, stability, flexibility and maintainability of the Linux development model and shut their users off from the expertise...
- Tags: UNIX, OPEN SOURCE, Operating systems, Desktops, Linux desktop, Nvida, desktop, EXT, NVidia Corp., Linux, ATI Technologies Inc.
- Discussion threads 2008-06-23
- Developers criticize Nvidia, other holdouts for hindering Linux desktop
- Linux kernel developers are getting tougher on Nvidia and a few other holdouts that have refused to release open source drivers. More than 100 Linux kernel developers â€" including top developer Andrew Morton â€" issued a letter today condemning closed source modules or drivers for Linux to be “harmful and...
- Tags: Desktop, Developer, Linux Desktop, NVidia Corp., Driver, Graphics, Linux Kernel Developer, Open Source Driver, Linux, UNIX, Open Source, Operating Systems, Software, Paula Rooney
- Blog posts 2008-06-23
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