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- Will half-baked Ubuntu Linux netbooks ruin the OS for consumers?
- Will half-baked Ubuntu Linux netbooks ruin the OS for consumers?DELL ...has always fsck'd up ANY thing the have done with *NIX ..... Gawd, I remember that sucky UNIX stuff they did in the 1990's ..... what a WASTE of code ..NopeThis is Linux and always has been. Linux can be...
- Tags: Operating systems, UNIX, OPEN SOURCE, Linux, Ubuntu, half-baked Ubuntu Linux, netbook, operating system, OEM, Ubuntu Linux
- Discussion threads 2009-03-18
- Will half-baked Ubuntu Linux netbooks ruin the OS for consumers?
- PC World's Keir Thomas recently caved in and bought a Dell Mini 9 netbook, which sells for just $249 with Ubuntu Linux. He loves the little netbook: "I'll be damned if the little thing hasn't stolen my heart," he writes -- and despite the machine being a...
- Tags: Ubuntu, Linux, Dell Computer Corp., Operating System, Ubuntu Linux, Netbook, Netbooks, Nettops & MIDs, Hardware, Andrew Nusca
- Blog posts 2009-03-18
- HP releases custom Netbook version of Ubuntu Linux
- HP releases custom Netbook version of Ubuntu LinuxFinally an OEM sees the light. This is what Linux is aboutCustomization is the one killer app that Linux has over all other OS alternatives. With Linux you can make your own OS just as HP has here. You cannot...
- Tags: Netbooks, nettops & MIDs, Operating systems, UNIX, OPEN SOURCE, netbook, Hewlett-Packard Co., Linux, Ubuntu, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows, Ubuntu Linux, Dell Computer Corp.
- Discussion threads 2009-02-04
- HP releases custom Netbook version of Ubuntu Linux
- Hewlett Packard has released a custom version of Ubuntu Linux designed for Netbooks -- specifically for the HP Mini 1000 Mi Edition. (HP Mini Mi Edition home screen, via DownloadSquad) The operating system is based on Ubuntu 8.04 Hardy Heron, and can run pretty...
- Tags: Ubuntu, Hewlett-Packard Co., Ubuntu Linux, Netbook, Linder, Netbooks, Nettops & MIDs, Linux, Operating Systems, Open Source, Hardware, Software, Andrew Nusca
- Blog posts 2009-02-04
- Dell now ships XPS and Studio notebook with Ubuntu Linux 8.04 factory installed
- Dell now ships XPS and Studio notebook with Ubuntu Linux 8.04 factory installedPaula get this info over to Dana STAT!(He's in the market for a new Laptop):)Notice somthing about the Dell Offerings?All laptops and only one desktop:http://www.dell.com/content/topics/segtopic.aspx/linux_3x?c=us&cs=19&l=en&s=dhsNow is your chance Dana. GO FOR THE GOLD!!! ;)Maybe, but.....As enthusiastic as I...
- Tags: Linux, PRODUCTIVITY, Operating systems, Notebooks, OPEN SOURCE, operating system, computer, Ubuntu Linux 8.04, Dell Computer Corp., Ubuntu Linux, Ubuntu, notebook
- Discussion threads 2008-08-07
- Dell now ships XPS and Studio notebook with Ubuntu Linux 8.04 factory installed
- Dell has launched an XPS and Studio notebook with Ubuntu Linux 8.04 factory installed. The two models are the Dell XPS M153On and Studio 15n. Dell "recommends Windows Vista Home Premium" for both of these models, according to the Dell web pages for similar models. Here's the quick blurb...
- Tags: ubuntu, dell computer corp., ubuntu linux, notebooks, blogging, hardware, notebooks & tablets, internet, paula rooney
- Blog posts 2008-08-07
- How do I... Connect an Apple iPod to an Ubuntu Linux PC?
- It is indeed possible to connect an Apple iPod MP3 player to a personal computer running Ubuntu Linux. Jack Wallen shows you what open source software application you need and how to set it up. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic Linux...
- Tags: Ubuntu, Apple iPod, PC, Open-source Software, Apple Inc., Ubuntu Linux, Linux PC, Jack Wallen, Linux, Open Source, Digital Music, Digital Media, Operating Systems, Software, Personal Technology, Consumer Electronics
- Download resources 2008-06-03
- Explore the Ubuntu Linux desktop
- GNOME, Ubuntu Linux's default desktop environment, takes its inspiration from both Windows and Mac OS X, prioritizing simplicity and ease of use. But unlike other operating systems, Ubuntu includes everything you need to get started: an office suite, media tools, a Web browser, a graphics package, and an e-mail client....
- Tags: Ubuntu, Ubuntu Linux, Prentice Hall Inc., Linux, Desktops, Open Source, Operating Systems, UNIX, Software, Hardware
- Book chapters 2007-10-19
- How do I... Install VMware Server 1.04 onto an Ubuntu Linux system?
- It is indeed possible to run VMware Server on a personal computer running the Ubuntu Linux operating system. Steven Warren outlines the steps you need to take to make this configuration a reality in this How do I... tutorial. This download is also available as an entry...
- Tags: Ubuntu, TechRepublic Inc., Ubuntu Linux, VMware Inc., Steven Warren, Linux, Operating Systems, UNIX, Open Source, Software
- Download resources 2007-10-15
- Revised WinXP policy dooms Linux desktop prospects without real OEM marketing efforts
- It should come as no surprise that HP is considering expanding its Linux PC efforts, given that its top rival is selling Ubuntu Linux PCs in the U.S and Microsoft is trying to kill any potential interest in them. HP began selling Red Hat Linux PCs...
- Tags: Desktop, Ubuntu, Marketing, Dell Computer Corp., Linux Desktop, Hewlett-Packard Co., PC, Microsoft Windows XP, Ubuntu Linux, Microsoft Corp., Linux PC, Linux, Desktops, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Paula Rooney
- Blog posts 2007-09-25
- Troubleshoot these typical Ubuntu Linux problems
- Ubuntu developers work constantly to improve the Ubuntu user experience, but there will always be bugs, glitches, and errors in any software. In this chapter download from The Official Ubuntu Book, learn how to address typical problems that you may face when using Ubuntu 6.06. Practical solutions are...
- Tags: Ubuntu, Ubuntu Linux, Prentice Hall Inc., Linux, Operating Systems, Software
- Book chapters 2007-08-16
- Dell Preloads Ubuntu Linux in Europe, Offers SUSE Linux Desktop in China
- Dell has begin shipping Ubuntu Linux preloaded on consumer PCs and notebooks in Europe and SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 on business PCs in China.Dell CTO Kevin Kettler announced the news during his keynote at LinuxWorld 2007, claiming such efforts will expand adoption of Linux on the desktop worldwide. The CTO displayed a photo of founder and chief executive officer Michael...
- Tags: Desktop, Ubuntu, Linux, Dell Computer Corp., Linux Desktop, SuSE Linux Desktop, Ubuntu Linux, SuSE Linux, SuSE, Paula Rooney
- Blog posts 2007-08-07
- Beef up your Ubuntu Linux system admin toolkit with these essential system monitoring tools
- To keep systems in optimum shape, administrators need to be able to monitor them closely. Fortunately, Ubuntu provides a wealth of utilities designed to give you as much or as little feedback as you want. In this chapter download from Ubuntu Unleashed, Second Edition, investigate basic monitoring tools...
- Tags: Ubuntu, Sams Publishing, System Monitoring, Ubuntu Linux, Tool, Linux, Productivity, It Services, Network Administration, Operating Systems, Software, Networking
- Book chapters 2007-08-03
- Photos: Top 10 reviews of the week
- Here are CNET Reviews' 10 favorite items from the past week, including Ubuntu Linux 7.04, an aluminum desktop stand and a wavy wireless mouse.
- Tags: Ubuntu Linux, Ubuntu, mouse, photograph, wireless
- Image galleries 2007-07-14
- 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
- Zimbra to offer Ubuntu Linux support
- Zimbra to offer Ubuntu Linux supportLast nail in M$ coffincouldn't resistSorry, butIMNSHO we need a better vehicle than Ubuntu to make a significant dent in Microsoft's Market share. Still have a little ways to go before Linux has close to the appeal that Microsoft and even Apple have on...
- Tags: UNIX, Operating systems, Desktops, Ubuntu, Linux, Microsoft Corp., Zimbra, Ubuntu Linux
- Discussion threads 2007-05-04
- Sun and Canonical to distribute Java with Ubuntu Linux
- Sun and Canonical to distribute Java with Ubuntu LinuxGood news from Sun.Although some other distributions already have a great support for Java and Java tools.I must mention Novell OpenSuSE that also includes Eclipse as standard and even supplies up-dates on the official repositories.Regards,PedroOr perhaps - Good news FOR SunThere's nothing...
- Tags: Programming languages, Java development tools, OPEN SOURCE, Java, Sun Microsystems Inc., Canonical, Ubuntu Linux, Ubuntu, Linux
- Discussion threads 2007-04-19
- Sun and Canonical to distribute Java with Ubuntu Linux
- A complete Sun Java stack, including Java SE 6, GlassFish, JavaDB, and NetBeans, is now available with the latest release of Ubuntu v7.04 Feisty Fawn. Users can find it in the "multiverse" repository and install the packages just like any other Ubuntu programs, according to Ubuntu founder Mark Shuttleworth."Last November...
- Tags: Sun, Licenses, Programming, NetBeans, Linux, Java, General, Community, Commercial
- Blog posts 2007-04-18
- Has Ubuntu Linux overtaken Mac OS X as Google Trends' runner-up to Windows?
- Has Ubuntu Linux overtaken Mac OS X as Google Trends' runner-up to Windows?Adding all the Linuxes together........ it seems like they passed Mac OS/X some time. All the Linuxes, except Ubuntu, seem to be comparable to Mac so adding SuSE, Debian and Ubuntu together makes desktop Linux 3 or 4...
- Tags: Operating systems, Desktops, UNIX, OPEN SOURCE, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Ubuntu Linux, Microsoft Windows, Google Inc., Ubuntu, Apple Macintosh, Apple Mac OS X, Linux, Apple Mac OS
- Discussion threads 2006-10-24
- Has Ubuntu Linux overtaken Mac OS X as Google Trends' runner-up to Windows?
- Justin over at The Linux Advocate Blog thought he picked up on something interesting in Google Trends:Apparently Ubuntu Linux has not only surpassed its major competitor in Linux SuSE in popularity, as well as the distro it's based off of Debian , but it seems to have also...
- Tags: Apple Mac OS, Apple Mac OS X, Apple Macintosh, David Berlind, Google Inc., Google Trends, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Ubuntu, Ubuntu Linux
- Blog posts 2006-10-24
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