http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/39511.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 08:56:09 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:39511MEDoughertySimple, efficient, and easy-to-use is our focus today as we take a closer look at the CLI-based Pico text editor and it's Linux successor, the GNU Nano text editor. The History of Pico Pico is a simple CLI-based (Command Line Interface) text editor for Unix and Unix-based computer systems (Linux included). It is integrated with the Pine e-mail ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/24423.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 08:54:59 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:24423jlwallenThe Linux operating system is an outstanding performer. But there are ways to eek out a bit more performance without having to add more hardware or tweak the kernel. By configuring unnecessary daemons so they do not start at boot, you can take your machine's performance to the next level. What are daemons and why should you stop them? A dae...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/40330.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 08:53:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:40330paladinIn the previous installment of this series we looked at the challenges that a developer faces when building a distribution from scratch. Now we go one step further and look at the application selection. Applications in the Linux and UNIX-Type Operating Systems The applications in the Linux and Unix-type (*NIX) operating systems are fundamentally di...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/34403.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 08:51:58 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:34403geekch1ckOne of the reasons some people are reluctant to switch from Windows to Linux is that they are concerned they will not be able to use their Windows software. Fortunately, it is fairly easy to solve this problem. Wine One option is to use Wine . Wine is a translation layer between the Windows software and the Linux Operating System. This means that W...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/21017.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 08:49:55 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:21017jonjermeyAudacity is a compact but powerful sound file editor which allows users to cut and paste, add effects, and build up a complex tune from multiple tracks. Getting Started with Audacity Audacity is a sound recording and editing application for Linux, Windows and Macintosh platforms. It should be available via the Package Manager on your particular dis...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/55073.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:21:09 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55073webfosysThis article covers some of the best ever apps for Linux in multimedia field. Some of these are not updated/supported anymore, but that doesn't take them off from the list of the best apps built to date. Overview Linux comes in vivid flavors, but here's a string of all time favorite apps that have been the hot choice to date. We will be cov...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/51174.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 21:52:51 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:51174webfosysThere are several reasons for which Ubuntu might produce sounds in slow motion, or the intensity of the sounds played may decrease to a good extent. Let's take a look at some of the possible reasons and relevant fixes to get rid of slow sound or any other audio problems in Ubuntu. How to Identify What's Wrong While using Ubuntu 6.06 with Gn...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/50009.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 21:52:27 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:50009miagon66Aside from its small size and performance, Puppy Linux has the added advantage of including a comprehensive suite of applications that makes this Linux distribution one of the most complete "out of the box" solutions for any user. Default Applications in Puppy Linux Puppy Linux brings the entire Linux experience to any computer with one of ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/52282.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 21:49:51 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52282paladinThe first article in our series will explain what package management and dependency hell are, the reasons why package management is needed and what a package manager does. Introduction Ian Murdock, the Debian distribution's founder, describes package management as the single biggest advancement Linux has brought to the industry. To understand packa...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/54662.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 21:49:39 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54662dwlsn233What I find truly amazing about Linux is the number of options it affords to do just about any task. The protocols available for copying files from one Linux server to another is another great example of its flexibility. Linux File Transfer Options Aspects to consider when choosing a file transfer method for a Linux server include: Security – Most ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/45116.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 22:58:26 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:45116lynchlarrymYou can use Damn Small Linux software on a live CD or USB drive to help to protect yourself when traveling or using public access PCs. PC security is more necessary, and more difficult than ever before. Scams are everywhere, and the theft of personal data is rampant. Here's how to protect yourself. Using Damn Small Linux Software for PC Securit...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/10839.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 22:58:13 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/53750.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 15:21:44 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53750nancydehraLinux traces its origins to the Unix operating system. Its significance lies in the fact that it is completely free and open source allowing software collaboration between users without any cost attached to it. The users can use, modify and redistribute the underlying code commercially and non-commercially provided the terms of software licenses ar...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/52067.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 08:33:43 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52067paladinPuppy Linux is a well designed distribution with a very nice installer, however this does not mean that you will not run into problems. Here is a handpicked list of Puppy Linux installation problems and what you can do to overcome them. Introduction Puppy Linux is a light weight distribution we review almost every release in Bright Hub. If you have...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/51790.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 08:33:39 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:51790webfosysThe finance applications, especially the custom ERPs, can be extremely costly and burn big holes in the pockets of business owners, and as such the demand for open source apps in the field of finance has been increasing dramatically. So, let us take a look at the top open source finance applications Goodness of Open Source Finance Packages Not only...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/20871.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 08:33:08 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:20871paladinWindows 7 seems to be promising for all computer markets&#59; desktops, laptops and nettops (netbooks). We will analyze each market in detail and see what Windows 7 can do for all of them. In the previous article of this series, we analyzed what Windows 7 will be offering. In this article we will analyze the main computer market segments, o...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/12905.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 08:32:49 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12905madberryThe move from Windows to Linux is easier than ever with Kubuntu. Kubuntu uses the KDE desktop, which has a one button start menu similar to Windows. With a large community behind (K)Ubuntu, help is easy to find. So what are you waiting for? Switch to a free and open source software now. Introduction I work as a Computer Resource Special...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/52847.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 19:38:04 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52847allychevalierOpen source but not antisocial? There are many social networks out there that are available for use, built on open source tools. From the open source roots of Facebook to Twitter alternatives to the unlistable thousands of social networks built on open source software, open source is everywhere. Compared to other applications of the open source...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/52848.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 19:37:01 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52848allychevalierDeveloping and customizing social networking software can be incredibly easy, using open source programming languages like PHP and Ruby on Rails. Here are some of the Internet's best offerings for open source social networking software: Elgg Winner of Infoworld's best open source social networking platform of 2008 . Not a bad endorsement. O...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/54047.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 19:36:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54047nancydehraLinux is similar to the UNIX operating system and is founded on the Linux kernel. The Linux operating system is open source and free which means that the code can be collaboratively used, modified without cost and can be distributed commercially and non-commercially. A graphical user interface or a Linux Desktop is always in demand. So what is a Li...