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How OpenStack parallels the adoption of Linux
In spite of its considerable momentum, there are still skeptics about whether OpenStack will ultimately succeed. My colleague tackled some of that skepticism in a blog post last year and I’m not going...
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Making the case for the non-techie to jump into Linux
Are you an XP user looking for a similar alternative? Is your PC aging but you don't care for the Windows 8 Metro interface?read more
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Who helps your Linux distribution run smoothly? Thank a packager today
The people behind the scenes who work tirelessly to make your Linux distribution run smoothly are the packagers. The vast majority of Linux packagers are volunteers who dedicate their evenings and...
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May open source be with you
My introduction to open source software began when I was sitting on a server room floor, with my head in my hands, completely frustrated with a Windows 2000 server. Every night there were some services...
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What's the best Linux desktop environment for me?
When you install a Linux distribution, a set of programs comes along with it. It's easy to add and delete elements of the programs that don't fit with your needs, but what about altering the look and...
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Three events that moved Linux forward
Friday evening can be a very busy time in Citibank’s Changi Business Park office in Singapore. Hundreds of mission-critical applications hit the production servers, security patches are applied,...
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Introduction to Linux course now free, open to all
Almost 25 years ago a young engineer started an operating system project "just for fun" to run on his own hardware. He opened it up to the world, and through a combination of good design and good luck,...
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LinuxCon North America 2014 comes to Chicago
More than 100 sessions ranging from simple tutorials and workshops to deep technical dives and everything in between.More than 1000 attendees to collaborate with, an opportunity to network with thought...
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Linux to the rescue! Windows XP support discontinued today
Today, as Microsoft discontinues support for Windows XP, a 12 year old operating system, users all over the world find themselves with only a few options to choose from as they move on. It's not...
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5 key insights on the transition from Windows to Linux
When I began my current job at Algoma University as the systems librarian, I really had no idea what I was getting into. Despite a decade in library information technology (IT), I felt nervous over my...
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