http://www.brighthub.com/search/searchresults.aspx?u=6033&o=DateDescending&a=275Posts by Michael Doughertyen-UShttp://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/43243.aspxSun, 26 Jul 2009 13:27:32 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/39511.aspxMon, 22 Jun 2009 13:07:29 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/mac-platform/articles/51556.aspxSun, 04 Oct 2009 17:29:54 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:51556MEDoughertyThe option to listen to Internet radio stations in Apple's Front Row application natively, or lack of, is currently one of the major shortcomings of the program. Here is a simple work-around to hold you over until Apple decides to add this option to a future version of Front Row. Apple’s Front Row application does an adequate job of handling lo...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/41095.aspxWed, 01 Jul 2009 02:32:14 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:41095MEDoughertyLinux user who owns an Apple iPod? Tired of having to settle for a MP3 version of your audiobook? Well, look no further! In this article I will show you how to convert those MP3 audiobooks to M4B! Quicklinks cdparanoia lame mp3wrap mplayer faac Introduction I admit it. I'm an audiobook fanatic. I have to have a audiobook in my ears ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/35602.aspxWed, 20 May 2009 07:48:12 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:35602MEDoughertyTake Linux with you! The days of expensive USB Keys and confusing installation procedures are over. Today we highlight three of our favorite portable Linux distributions that will allow you to carry your favorite open source operating system around in your pocket! Introduction In this edition of “How can I be more of a geek” (oh c’mon you k...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/45499.aspxFri, 14 Aug 2009 00:12:38 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:45499MEDoughertyIn this second part of The Ultimate Ubuntu Linux Beginners Guide we will take an in-depth look at the Ubuntu Linux default desktop. Ubuntu Default Desktop Ubuntu Linux uses the GNOME desktop environment by default. This being the case the default Ubuntu Linux desktop is a slightly modified GNOME desktop. You will notice that there are two panels- a...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/45500.aspxFri, 14 Aug 2009 00:22:54 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:45500MEDoughertyThere have been many complaints about the default look of Ubuntu Linux. I'm one of those people who think you can't please everyone, so lets take a look at how to customize Ubuntu Linux to reflect your personality. No complaints then! Update Ubuntu Linux Before making any aesthetic changes the first thing you will want to do is make sur...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/46636.aspxMon, 24 Aug 2009 19:26:21 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:46636MEDoughertyWant to try a Gnome based Linux distribution other than Ubuntu? Have no fear! There are half a dozen solid GNOME based Linux distributions available to you. Lets take a look at two of the more popular "Ubuntu Alternatives" and where to get Linux help when you need it. Some would argue that Ubuntu Linux is the only choice when it com...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/45976.aspxTue, 18 Aug 2009 19:45:33 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:45976MEDoughertyUbuntu Linux comes with all the software needed to complete your basic daily tasks. In cases where you need to install additional software you encounter the Ubuntu Linux package management system, aptitude. We will take a brief look at what software is included and how to install more as needed. Installed Software Ubuntu Linux comes with an impress...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/41215.aspxThu, 02 Jul 2009 14:48:00 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:41215MEDoughertyThis is a Linux distribution, based on Arch Linux, that boots a LiveCD loaded with native Linux games. All configuration is done automatically and your hard drive is never touched. Very cool idea! The developers of live.linuX-gamers like to call their distribution "boot 'n play", meaning it's a LiveCD that allows you to boot into a ba...