System Performance

  • Best Lightweight Linux OS for Old or Slow Computers

    A lightweight Linux distro can breathe life into an old computer or make a newer one snappier and more responsive. This article highlights three standouts that bring modern features to ancient hardware.
    Published by Chris Flood (240 pts) on Nov 8, 2009 to
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  • How to Dual Boot Linux and Windows 7

    Are you a Linux user wondering about all the Windows 7 hoopla? No matter what you think about Microsoft, nobody will mind if you try it out in secret. Here we’ll look at shrinking a Linux partition to make room for Windows 7 and then installing Windows 7 on the PC.
    Published by Lamar Stonecypher (20035 pts) on Nov 8, 2009 to
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  • Boost Linux Performance by Turning Off Unneeded Daemons

    The 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.
    Published by jlwallen (4137 pts) on Nov 7, 2009 to
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  • Using Windows Software with Linux

    One 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.
    Published by Kristen Grubb (1930 pts) on Nov 7, 2009 to
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  • Fstab Demystified: How to Add Partitions

    In this article, you will learn to understand fstab (File System Table) and its entries. We'll show you how to add a new hard drive to fstab and mount the partitions automatically on boot. We'll also explain some of the terminology used in fstab, and we take a look at the fdisk command.
    Published by Berry van der Linden (2680 pts) on Oct 2, 2009 to
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  • Puppy Linux: Selecting Your Hardware

    Contrary to popular belief, the effectiveness of an operating system is not fully dependent on the quality of the hardware in which it resides. And Puppy Linux is doing just that: turning old under powered PCs into powerful computer systems for your home or office.
    Published by MiAGon (1593 pts) on Sep 30, 2009 to
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  • Is GNOME Bloated?

    Is your computer running slowly? Specific programs running very slowly? Bloat might be to blame. Read on for more information on bloat in Linux, specifically GNOME, and some suggestions on how to solve it.
    Published by waltermichaelson (389 pts) on Sep 25, 2009 to
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  • Open Source Disk Clone Utilities

    There are multiple open source disk cloning tools available. Which one you choose will depend on what you are looking to achieve. This article covers four of the options available. All four are free to download and try.
    Published by Kristen Grubb (1930 pts) on Sep 21, 2009 to
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  • How to Extend the Size of a Linux Logical Volume

    Logical Volumes give the system administrator virtually infinite possibilities to play with the storage sizes. They can be shrunk, extended ,and arranged to fit any need- given there is enough space on the physical disks.
    Published by Tolga BALCI (23398 pts) on Sep 8, 2009 to
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  • How to Install Ubuntu on an External Hard Drive

    What could be more convenient than Ubuntu... on any computer you want, with all the data you might need to bring along with it? With the propagation of external hard drives, this has because easier and easier to accomplish, just by installing Ubuntu on your external drive. Here's how.
    Published by allychevalier (14652 pts) on Sep 4, 2009 to
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