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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 (20,035 pts

) on Nov 8, 2009 to
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Most Popular Linux Distributions of 2009: 3rd Quarter

We have closed the third quarter of 2009. We would like to look at how the Linux distributions performed up to now. We will see the shares of the major distros and their performance in the last 6 month period. Jump right in to see how your favorite distribution performed this year.

Published by Tolga BALCI (23,398 pts

) on Nov 8, 2009 to
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Linux Mint - Comparison with Ubuntu

In a previous article I described downloading and installing the Linux Mint distro, spun off from Ubuntu in 2006. This article describes the main differences between Mint and Ubuntu.

Published by jonjermey (3,172 pts

) on Nov 8, 2009 to
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Using the Linux Pico Editor

Simple, 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.

Published by Michael Dougherty (2,770 pts

) on Nov 7, 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 (4,137 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 (2,026 pts

) on Nov 7, 2009 to
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Audacity Sound Editor for Linux

Audacity 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.

Published by jonjermey (3,172 pts

) on Nov 7, 2009 to
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Puppy Linux: Standard Applications

Aside 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.

Published by MiAGon (1,593 pts

) on Nov 5, 2009 to
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Windows 7 and Linux on the Market: Desktops, Laptops and Nettops

Windows 7 seems to be promising for all computer markets; desktops, laptops and nettops (netbooks). We will analyze each market in detail and see what Windows 7 can do for all of them.

Published by Tolga BALCI (23,398 pts

) on Nov 4, 2009 to
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