http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/29192.aspxSun, 15 Nov 2009 21:49:13 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:29192paladinWhere are the areas that Linux is used? What are the application areas? Did you know that the mobile phone in your hand may be running Linux? Introduction Of course there is a reason why Microsoft sees Linux as a bigger threat than Apple . Linux is everywhere: servers, desktops, netbooks, laptops, cell phones, mobile internet devices… a...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/43243.aspxSun, 15 Nov 2009 21:47:33 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:43243MEDoughertyLooking to install one of the worlds most popular Open-Source operating systems? The Ubuntu Linux install process has been simplified to the point that the average computer user is able to complete the install. In this guide we will backup our data, prepare our disk and install Ubuntu Linux. Many PC (Personal Computer) users, in this day and ag...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/9147.aspxSun, 15 Nov 2009 21:45:43 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:9147kivsterWithout further adieu, here's the rest of my list of the five best desktop Linux operating systems you may not have tried. Mint Now, one of the constant pains of desktop Linux is that so many media codexes aren't available in open-source versions. Mint , which is a child of Ubuntu, acknowledges this and then includes the proprietary programs ne...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/9145.aspxSun, 15 Nov 2009 21:44:22 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:9145kivsterPart one of this article will introduce you to the idea of trying other versions of Linux that you may not have tried. So you will be able to see which one works best for you. Introduction Before launching into my list, let me preface it by saying that this is a list of what I consider relatively easy to use desktop distributions. So, while Debian ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/36252.aspxSun, 15 Nov 2009 21:41:09 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:36252allychevalierGetting connected to wireless networks is often the most difficult part of a Linux experience, but with a little care, it doesn't have to be so. This article outlines basic tips for working with wireless network managers, in addition to reviewing some wireless management applications for Linux. As many Linux users have to realize through painfu...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/26458.aspxSun, 15 Nov 2009 21:39:31 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:26458jonjermeyWe know that Linux is widely used in computer science and information technology departments, but what about the rest of academia? I scanned the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) to see what was being said about Linux. Directory of Open Access Journals The Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) is a comprehensive searchable arc...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/55976.aspxSun, 15 Nov 2009 09:00:48 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55976stlamarYou may have seen screenshots of a cool 3D desktop cube effect for Ubuntu and wondered where the controls for it were. Here we'll step through enabling it and starting it on demand for Ubuntu 9.04 and 9.10. Yes, it's eye candy, but since Ubuntu (and other Linux distributions) allow us to have multiple virtual desktops with one screen active, we...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/55974.aspxSun, 15 Nov 2009 08:46:43 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55974stlamarWant to take advantage of the most recent features of Skype in Ubuntu or other Debian-based Linux? It's easy, but there may be some back-versioning of libraries needed for Ubuntu 9.04 and 9.10. Let's walk through the steps involved in downloading, installing, and using Skype for voice and IM. Setting up Ubuntu and getting ready for VOIP...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/6653.aspxSat, 14 Nov 2009 20:17:08 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:6653KatieGattoAre you interested in finding out whether Linux can provide you with a better OS experience than Windows or the Mac. Well don't let the negative press or myths scare you from making a decision. Here we take a look at some of the myths surrounding Linux - a supreme OS for business and pleasure. Myth Busting Linux A lot of people have some crazy ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/3403.aspxSat, 14 Nov 2009 20:16:03 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:3403KatieGattoFind out how this underdog stood the test of time and beat both the Mac and Vista in a head to head security battle. When you have a head to head multi-system laptop security contest, it would seem, to most people at least, that the machines that are the most secure would be the ones that have the biggest set of resources would be the winner. After...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/55794.aspxFri, 13 Nov 2009 16:22:13 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55794KatieGattoIf you want to be able to talk to your Linux, and have it understand you then try this software. Ah, being able to talk to your computer and actually have it understand you. It has been a dream of both the authors of space based science fiction authors and legitimate experts in the field of computer science have dreamed of for decades. It is a diff...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/24424.aspxThu, 12 Nov 2009 05:58:26 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:24424KatieGattoWhen you first start out in Linux, you will probably need a little bit of training in order to get up to speed. With the sources in this article, you can find all of the training that you need in order to make yourself a Linux expert in no time. Introduction When you first dive into the world of Linux, things can be a little bit intimidating. In ad...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/55544.aspxWed, 11 Nov 2009 16:01:07 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55544KatieGattoIf you want to get setup with VOIP, but you are not sure whether Linux of Windows would be the best choice for running it, you have come to the right place. Replacing your traditional phone service with Voip can be a great thing. It will certainly be a very good thing for your wallet. That being said you want to get your Voip onto the best possible...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/12306.aspxMon, 09 Nov 2009 22:14:25 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12306YvetteDavisDid you know your computer has a name? Occasionally you may need to rename your computer for security or personal reasons. Ubuntu makes it easy to rename your computer, so you can spend more time doing creative things – Like choosing a name! There are several practical reasons you may need to rename your computer system: Maybe you're ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/25875.aspxMon, 09 Nov 2009 22:14:06 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25875madberryThere are a lot of reasons to run your own Linux home server. In this article series we provide an overview and how to's for the most common servers. Why do I need a server? There are several reasons to run a Linux home server. In many ways you might already be running a server without knowing it. For instance, if you have file sharing enab...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/25264.aspxMon, 09 Nov 2009 22:13:53 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25264paladinThere is a lot to say about LinuxMCE, which really is an out-of-this-world media center distribution, easily surpassing all others with its features and performance characteristics. Read on to see what mind-blowing functions it offers and why I consider LinuxMCE to be the best Linux Media Center. Installation, Configuration and Features If we had a...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/34156.aspxMon, 09 Nov 2009 22:13:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:34156stlamarAlthough there's no common "undelete" command for a Linux EXT3 file system, you can recover many types of accidentally erased files, including documents, graphics, and system files using the "Foremost" console application. Here we'll look at installing it in Ubuntu and giving it a test run. Introduction Foremost is a Linux t...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/10839.aspxMon, 09 Nov 2009 22:12:48 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:10839madberryWhen sharing files, just like with anything on Linux, you have more then one option, and you should make your choice based on what you need. We'll take a look at both SAMBA Server and NFS Server in this article. Samba vs. NFS First of all, what are the main features of the two? Samba Server Windows can connect to it natively without installing ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/55391.aspxMon, 09 Nov 2009 20:54:30 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55391KatieGattoYou may have heard that a Linux system cannot get a virus. If you want to find out if that is true, then keep reading. It is one of the most widely asked questions by Windows users: if I change over to a Linux based operating system will I be forever free of the scourge of viruses and othermalware? Lots of people want to give you a blanket answer o...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/55385.aspxMon, 09 Nov 2009 20:27:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55385KatieGattoIf you want to know the truth about Linux, then you have come to the right place. Find the truth about Linux here. Linux, like many unfamiliar things, has a lot of misconceptions surrounding it. That is a shame... not only for all of the developers who have spent years developing Linux, but for you as a consumer. All of that incorrect information i...