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The Android/Linux Partnership
Netbooks installed with the Google backed Android operating system are set to come out in July or August of this year. Is this going to finally send Linux into the mainstream and what does that mean for the Linux community?

Published by Kristen Grubb (2,026 pts ) on May 6, 2009 to
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Choosing the Best Open Source Developer Tools for Linux
Linux development can take many forms, however, the tools we use by and large remain the same. Here we list some of the best open source development tools that Linux users should be looking at (if not using) today.

Published by Apurba Debnath (5,978 pts ) on Apr 27, 2009 to
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Linux Support Careers: What Does It Take?
If you want a job in the world of Open Source support the you are going to need a guide. This article can help to introduce you to the basics of becoming a support professional in the world of Linux.

Published by KateG (19,160 pts ) on Mar 29, 2009 to
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Top Ten Disadvantages of Linux
While we often talk about the benefits of Linux here at BrightHub, there are some drawbacks you should consider. Here are some of the biggest problems which some users may experience.

Published by John Lister (6,147 pts ) on Mar 20, 2009 to
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Open Source Web Development as a Career.
Open source web development is very popular due to its free and open nature. However, how does it fare when you think of it as a career option?

Published by Apurba Debnath (5,978 pts ) on Feb 25, 2009 to
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The Advantages of Red Hat Linux
When you have to choose a version of Linux there are a lot of factors to consider. This article will help you to make that decision by giving you the inside skinny on all of the reasons why you should choose one of Linux's best known flavors, Red Hat.

Published by KateG (19,160 pts ) on Jan 31, 2009 to
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Will Windows Software Work on Linux?
With more and more people seeking an alternative to Windows the question of whether popular applications based on Windows can run on Linux is an important one. While there are ways to pull it off there is no guarantee.

Published by Jesma (23,995 pts ) on Jan 26, 2009 to
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Google Chrome for Linux: The V8 JavaScript Engine
The whole is greater than the sum of its parts. If Google Chrome for Linux is "the whole", then the V8 JavaScript engine is one of its key parts. Like Chrome, V8 is the consequence of an Open Source Google Code effort. V8 is designed differently and ideally suited for use in Chrome ... and beyond.

Published by Ian Lumb (963 pts ) on Dec 16, 2008 to
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Google Chrome for Linux: The WebKit Web Browser Engine
Google Chrome for Linux is built on the well-established WebKit Web browser engine. Though not the first to leverage WebKit, Google's approach is different. This difference results in the performance and stability that users acknowledge and deeply appreciate ... while other browsers seek to emulate.

Published by Ian Lumb (963 pts ) on Dec 15, 2008 to
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Google Chrome for Linux: Building from Source
Google Chrome is shaking up the status quo for Web browsers. Although Chrome isn't available yet for Linux, it's possible to get some quality hands-on time today for those willing to get their hands dirty.

Published by Ian Lumb (963 pts ) on Dec 9, 2008 to
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