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One reason why Linux fits in the real world better
Submitted by blackraven36 on Sunday 2nd of November 2008 07:19:41 AMFor the last month, every time insert one of the four pieces of 512mb ram, Windows (Vista and XP) get a blue screen of death on start up. But, just out of interest, I decided to see if the problem also persists with OpenSuse Linux. So I booted up the system and selected OpenSuse. OpenSuse started up (and worked) like a charm, like there was nothing wrong.
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Linux will be getting more attention from software companies
Submitted by blackraven36 on Thursday 18th of September 2008 03:19:25 PMYeah, I know, its obvious, computer companies are beginning to adopt Linux onto their notebook market and some desktop branches. But this article isn't about that, its about how software companies are going to start seeing Linux pull on their sleeves as a bigger and bigger portion of the market is going to Linux.
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10 terms to know before switching to linux
Submitted by blackraven36 on Thursday 28th of August 2008 11:03:11 AM Filed underWhen switching, or planning to switch to Linux, most people find it hard to understand the new or technical terms that come with using Linux. Here is a list of 10 terms you probably should know.
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Distros will always be "Linux" and not their own operating systems
Submitted by blackraven36 on Wednesday 20th of August 2008 11:21:10 AM Filed underToday we have hundreds of distributions out available. Ubuntu, Fedora, openSUSE, Debian and many more. Many of them are based of each other. Ubuntu for instance is based on Debian, while OpenSUSE is based on Fedora. Despite the fact that they are all under the name of "Linux", most of these Operating Systems are leading their own development.
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Why Xandros/Linux is perfect for the Eee Pc
Submitted by blackraven36 on Sunday 17th of August 2008 01:15:10 PM Filed underAsk yourself, what kind of software do you use? What kind of a user are you? Most people will say they need MS Office, Photoshop, a calender and MSN (Or any other chat client). The truth is, unless your a professional user, Linux has all the same tools for free
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Why the linux idea of open source is "Correct"
Submitted by blackraven36 on Saturday 16th of August 2008 04:20:31 AMOpen source is a term that we have all heard. Open source simply means that the complete code of a program is available to anyone and can be modified in any way pleased. Why is this correct? Very simple. Have you you ever played the game of "Secret"; A game were a secret is whispered from person to person and the secret has to come back the same way it was originally to the person who started it.
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