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VLC 2.0.4 has been released! PPA Ubuntu 12.10
VLC 2.0.4 has been released, this is a major update that fixes a lot of regressions, bugs and security issues. In this release all playback were improved notably for Blu-Ray, DVD, HLS, Ogg and MKV...
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Linux as an OS for supercomputers for scientific Research
True, Linux has not been able to takeover as a desktop operating system but, you will be interested to note that Linux is by far the leading operating system in computers used in scientific research,...
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Linux share in Supercomputer OS
Linux accounts for as much as 94.2% share as Supercomputer OS! This might come to you as a pleasant surprise, but indeed, Linux outshines anyother operating system when it comes to Linux. Investigation...
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Why do super computers use Linux?
In our last few posts we discussed the fact that over 90% supercomputers (94.2% to be precise) employ Linux as their operating system. In this post, a sequel to our last posts, we shall attempt to...
View ArticleNVIDIA 304.64 has been released! A look at new features and Instalation...
NVIDIA 304.64 is finally out fixing number of issues and bugs. The posts introduces you to its new features and details installation instructions. According to NVIDIA, they have fixed a number of...
View ArticleLinux File System Test for USB Media
So you got yourself a shiny new USB drive and are not too sure what file system to format it with. Sure, FAT is great for compatibility reasons with other operating systems, but there are better...
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Why is Android built on Linux Kernel?
Android is overwhelming. Its spreading and taking over its competitors. According to recent reports Android is poised to claim the crown from Apple in the tablet space. For the readers who don’t know,...
View ArticleHow to Share Files Between Linux Systems
In today’s world, most of us have more than one computer device in the house. There is often at least one desktop PC and several laptops connected to the home network. And more recently, tablet...
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Top Linux Stories Roundup 2012
And we are on the verge to cross yet another year and blog posts regarding the year-in-review have already started to pour in on the web. The blog post, one of that kind, round-up top Linux (and open...
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How to install sqldeveloper on Linuxmint 14/Ubuntu12.10
Oracle SQL Developer is an Integrated development environment (IDE) for working with SQL in Oracle databases. Oracle Corporation provides this product free; it uses the Java Development Kit. Oracle SQL...
View ArticleHow to Securely Share Files Between Linux Systems
Last week, I posted a “How To” on how to share files using an FTP server. Unfortunately, FTP is not what is considered secure, for over the internet file transfers. And especially when you’re...
View ArticleHow to rename or change user name in Linux
Question : How to rename or change user name in Linux? Answer: killall -u old id old usermod -l new old groupmod -n new old usermod -d /home/new -m new usermod -c “New Real Name” new id new Example:...
View ArticleIntroduction to LanyFS
Back in July 2012, I had the privilege of talking with Dan Luedtke. He was busy working on a new project for his studies, developing a new filesystem called LanyFS (or LanyardFS). After Dan giving me a...
View ArticleMicrosoft goes soft on Office, to debut Linux version by 2014
Looks like Linux has finally challenged the dominance of decades of proprietary office document software. As the market share of Android devices continues to make an impact Microsoft has already...
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Linux Steam client on rampage
Just a few weeks after the official release of the Linux client for Valve’s Steam gaming platform, Linux gamers are on rampage, making up more than two percent of all Steam users. Valve has recently...
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Kali Linux Released
If you consider yourself a penetration tester or security expert then you are already aware of BackTrack Linux, a distro well known for its pen-test purpose. Today, Kali Linux replaces BackTrack as it...
View ArticleThere is Ubuntu, There is Linux and Then There are Others
The Microsoft Windows users of the world are beginning to experience the pain of the new release of the Microsoft’s flagship operating system, Windows 8. While there are some users that are happy with...
View ArticleThe Negative Ubuntu Effect
Let’s face it, Ubuntu cops a lot of criticism. From beginners, Linux veterans, developers and even Ubuntu enthusiasts. We’ve all been critical to Ubuntu Linux at some point. Whether the Ubuntu...
View ArticleArchLinux Decided to Move to MariaDB
What’s MariaDB : is an community-developed fork of the MySQL relational database management system, the impetus being the community maintenance of its free status under the GNU GPL, as opposed to any...
View ArticleUpgrading Slackware 13.37 to 14.0
I have installed Slackware Linux version 13.37 and have updated it to the latest version. How did I this?First, add to /etc/slackpkg/mirrors the 14.0 repository.In performed this:...
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