Linux Desktop Environments

How to Set up a Linux Desktop?

There are tens of thousands of programs available for the Linux user. How do we choose among them to set up our system and start working immediately? Can users switching from Windows have everything they want?

Published by Tolga BALCI (23398 pts) on Jul 17, 2009 to
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3 Ways to Maintain a Clean, Lean Ubuntu Machine

Once in a while, you may want to do some maintenance on your Ubuntu machine and clean up unnecessary files that are chunking up large storage space in your hard disk. Here are 3 ways that you can use to clean up your Ubuntu.

Published by Josef Nankivell (4324 pts) on Jul 10, 2009 to
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How to Use Google Desktop on a Linux PC

Google Desktop for Linux is a great way to keep track of, and search your computer. Google's indexing technology makes it easy to keep constant tabs on what's on your system and where it's located. Learn the basics of using Google Desktop.

Published by YvetteDavis (2491 pts) on Jul 10, 2009 to
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Setting Up Google Desktop in Linux

Earlier you learned how to access the Preferences and configure Local Indexing and Gmail tabs. Now it's time to learn about the Display and Other tabs, and how to customize the appearance of search results. Have you wondered how crashes are reported for this application? Find out here.

Published by YvetteDavis (2491 pts) on Jul 10, 2009 to
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Getting Started with Google Desktop Linux

Now that you've installed Google Desktop for Linux, you need to set Preferences so it works the way you want it to. Learn how to configure Google Desktop to give you the information you need, when you need it. This is the second part in our series, Google Desktop for Linux.

Published by YvetteDavis (2491 pts) on Jul 10, 2009 to
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Get to Know the GNOME Panel

If you are new to GNOME then you might find the panel a bit confusing. But fear not, after a bit of use, and this helpful Bright Hub article, your fear of the GNOME panel will quickly fade.

Published by jlwallen (4137 pts) on Jun 23, 2009 to
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A Quick Look at the Many Sexy Linux Docks

When you first think of Apple, the first thing that usually comes to mind is the dock - the nifty looking application launcher at the bottom of every Apple computer. It launches and keeps track of open programs. The question is, are there any great docks to use on the Linux operating system?

Published by Josef Nankivell (4324 pts) on Jun 23, 2009 to
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Migrate from Windows XP to GNOME With Ease

If you are considering migrating to Linux then you might be curious what is in store for you. Fortunately, if you are migrating from Windows XP you can rest assured that, although the desktops are different, GNOME is easy to use. In this Bright Hub article you will learn the major differences.

Published by jlwallen (4137 pts) on Jun 23, 2009 to
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Migrate from Windows XP to KDE With Ease

If you are considering making the move from Windows XP to a Linux-based desktop, fear not. The KDE desktop makes this journey easy. From the panel to the menu, you will find many similarities between the two. In this Bright Hub article you will see how similar KDE and XP really are.

Published by jlwallen (4137 pts) on Jun 23, 2009 to
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Free Windows Emulation / Virtualization on Linux

Looking to make a full transition to a Linux system? Stuck running Windows for that one last piece of Windows software you aren't willing to give up? No problem! Today I will outline a couple options available to you to finally get rid of that pesky Windows partition.

Published by Michael Dougherty (2770 pts) on May 30, 2009 to
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