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10 reasons for switching to a different Linux distribution

Sooner or later, you're going to get the urge to switch distributions -- maybe for a change of pace or maybe out of more practical considerations. Here's a look at some of the most common reasons users feel compelled to make that jump.This download is also available as an entry...

Tags: Linux Distribution, Jack Wallen, Linux, Open Source, Blogging, Operating Systems, Software, Internet

Download resources 2008-10-20

Surviving the recession with Free Linux distributions (Part 1)

Times are tough. You're a computer geek and you need to feed your PC with the latest and greatest applications. What's a frugal nerd to do? A group of industry peers was recently asked by a colleague the following question: "If an SMB...

Tags: Ubuntu, Linux Distribution, Recession, Fedora Project, Novell OpenSuse, Debian, Times, LTS, LTS Version, Versions, Debian Support Cycle, Linux, Open Source, Operating Systems, UNIX, Software, Jason Perlow

Blog posts 2008-10-12

Video: Picking a Linux distribution

Just in time for Linuxworld: Some argue that Linux distributions are essentially the same, and you should just pick the one with the color scheme you like the best. In reality however, distributions are different and some will suit your company's needs better than others. In this IT Dojo video,...

Tags: Linux Distribution, Video, Linux, UNIX, Open Source, Operating Systems, Software, Larry Dignan

Blog posts 2008-08-05

IT Dojo: Five things to consider when choosing a Linux distribution

Some argue that Linux distributions are essentially the same, and you should just pick the one with the color scheme you like the best. In reality however, distributions are different and some will suit your company's needs better than others. In this IT Dojo video, Bill Detwiler discusses the following...

Tags: Linux Distribution, Information Technology, Operating Systems, Software, TechRepublic Inc., UNIX, Strategy, Management, it dojo, linux, bill detwiler, open source, ubuntu, red hat, operating system

Videos 2008-08-04

How does OpenSolaris fare for Ed Tech?

In a nutshell, just fine. It's Unix, it's stable, it's robust, it's free, and includes a solid repository of free software. The real question is, does it have a place in Ed Tech? It's certainly pretty, but it's running Gnome and looks an awful lot...

Tags: OpenSolaris, Linux Distribution, Linux, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Christopher Dawson

Blog posts 2008-05-08

Oracle architect says there ought to be one Linux distribution: Red Hat

One Oracle exec said there should be only one Linux distribution -- Red Hat -- and claimed there will be no fragmentation of that code base. In an interview with the Linux Foundation recently, Oracle's chief corporate architect said Oracle Unbreakable Linux is not a product but...

Tags: Linux Distribution, Oracle Corp., Red Hat Inc., Linux, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Paula Rooney

Blog posts 2008-05-06

10 things to consider when choosing a Linux distribution

Many users would argue that one Linux distribution is pretty much like another, at least on fundamentals. But when it comes down to everyday use, each distribution is different from the next. So how do you decide whether to use Debian vs. Fedora or Ubuntu vs. Mandriva? Jack Wallen looks...

Tags: Linux Distribution, Jack Wallen, Linux, Open Source, Operating Systems, UNIX, Software

Download resources 2008-04-08

A (Linux) use for x86 virtualization?

According to distrowatch there are about 360 currently more or less active Linux distributions. According to Intel and VMware a quad processor Tigerton/Caneland based PC server with enough memory and storage will be available real soon now and handle 360 Linux ghosted applications for real cheap. ...

Tags: Linux Distribution, Virtualization, Intel X86, Linux, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Paul Murphy

Blog posts 2007-09-26

Linux Distribution Testing and Quality Assurance: Current Developments of the EDOS Project and Open Questions

This paper describes the developments done within the EDOS project regarding Linux distribution testing and quality assurance process. It will also point out remaining open questions that could be subjects for further research and which could bring significant advances for Linux distribution developers. As the number of testing units (the...

Tags: Linux Distribution, Conectiva, QA, Mandriva, Linux, Open Source, Operating Systems, Software

White papers 2007-02-12

Use this guide to choose the Linux distribution that's best for you

This guide to Linux distributions from the book Linux Desktop Pocket Guide will help you determine which best matches your organization. All Linux distributions are not created equal. While largely similar, each one has unique features and applications that may or may not suit your organization's needs....

Tags: Linux Desktop, Linux Distribution, O'Reilly Media Inc., Linux, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software

Book chapters 2006-01-10

Alternative Linux Distributions for POWER Processor-Based Systems: A Review of Unsupported Linux Distributions Running on POWER5

This paper reviews several alternative Linux distributions for the POWER5 platform. After discussing their test environment, the paper attempts to install Debian, Gentoo, openSUSE 10, and Fedora Core 4 on an IBM eServer OpenPower 720 system in a variety of configurations. In each case, the authors summarize their install experience...

Tags: Linux Distribution, IBM POWER5, IBM Corp., Linux, Open Source, Operating Systems, Processors, Software, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components

White papers 2006-01-01

Largest Privately Owned Life Insurance Company in the U.S. Turns to SUSE Linux Enterprise Server as Its Standard Linux Distribution to Consolidate Servers

The largest privately owned life insurance company in the United States, American Fidelity Assurance Company AFA employs more than 1,400 people in 26 locations. The company was facing rising IT and support costs and found it was often buying a new server each time it wanted to implement a new...

Tags: Linux Distribution, Environment, Enterprise Server, SuSE Linux Enterprise Server, Life Insurance, SuSE Linux, SuSE, Linux, Open Source, Servers, Insurance, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Business Operations, Corporate Insurance

Case studies

Model Checking an Entire Linux Distribution for Security Violations

Software model checking has become a popular tool for verifying programs' behavior. Recent results suggest that it is viable for finding and eradicating security bugs quickly. However, even state-of-the-art model checkers are limited in use when they report an overwhelming number of false positives, or when their lengthy running time...

Tags: Linux Distribution, University Of California, Linux, Software Development, Tools & Techniques, Open Source, Security, Operating Systems, Software, Software/Web Development, Management

White papers

Issues With Generic Linux PPPoE Termination

WillitsOnline.Com is a local provider of high-speed Internet access, hosting, and network integration services in Willits, CA. The Linux source for PPPoE termination WillitsOnline originally selected was the Roaring Penguin RP-PPPoE, a user-mode PPPoE client for many Linux distributions. It originally took WillitsOnline an estimated 200 man-hours to setup a...

Tags: Linux Distribution, Fine Point Technologies Inc., Network Integration, WillitsOnline.Com, Linux, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Network Administration, Software, Networking

Case studies

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Why Apple and Google need to get into the Netbook business

This crappy photo-edit of a fairly standard netbook design illustrates the power of Apple branding. ZDNet Editor in Chief Larry Dignan recently picked up a Dell Inspiron Mini 9 Ubuntu Netbook and pinged me for tech support questions regarding his new toy --...

Tags: Apple iPhone, Google Inc., Apple iPod, Operating System, Apple Inc., Wireless, Android, Digital Music, Digital Media, Personal Technology, Consumer Electronics, Jason Perlow

Blog posts 2008-11-22

Google Chrome to be pre-installed on PCs in 2009?

Google is reportedly thinking about cutting deals with PC makers to have its Chrome browser pre-installed on new computers, a move that could position the Internet giant to not only boost its presence in search but also put some of its branded apps - Gmail, Google Docs, Google Reader and...

Tags: Google Inc., PC, Web Browser, Google Chrome, Web Browsers, Internet, Sam Diaz

Blog posts 2008-11-21

Ulteo offers server based computing solution for Linux desktops, apps

Ulteo is now offering what Microsoft and Citrix will not: a server based computing solution for the Linux desktop and Linux applications. The company, which late last year launched the first OpenOffice open source desktop online, has announced the availability of the Open Virtual Desktop...

Tags: Linux Desktop, Citrix Systems Inc., Server, Ulteo, Open Virtual Desktop, Microsoft Terminal Server, Linux, Desktops, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Paula Rooney

Blog posts 2008-11-21

Technology for Providing Educational Video on Demand on Campus

Much hope has been placed in the past on Educational Television for improving educational standards and distance education. However, in many countries the impact of this technology has been limited. Some of the reasons are discussed along with possible technical solutions. One solution that has been developed at HP Labs...

Tags: Hewlett-Packard Co., VoD, TVs, Tv & Home Theater, Satellite TV, Video On Demand (VoD), E-learning, Personal Technology, Home Entertainment, Consumer Electronics, Enterprise Software, Software

White papers 2008-11-21

Gartner tries to scare businesses adopting open source

The good news? Gartner says that 100 percent of businesses will be using open source within the next 12 months. The bad news? Gartner doesn't really seem to understand open source licensing requirements, and is trying to scare companies into adding bureaucracy around open source adoption. According to Gartner, companies...

Tags: Software, Gartner Inc., Open Source, Joe Brockmeier

Blog posts 2008-11-20

I really don't want to use Windows anymore

Every week, more and more bits of malware seem to be making their way past commercial anti-virus, firewall anti-virus, and ISP anti-virus software. New patches and downloads abound, and I've still re-imaged 3 computers in the last 2 weeks due to massive infestations. This is to say nothing...

Tags: Apple Macintosh, Antivirus, Malware, Computer, Microsoft Windows, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Cyberthreats, Productivity, Linux, Viruses And Worms, Operating Systems, Desktops, Security, Software, Hardware, Christopher Dawson

Blog posts 2008-11-19