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News Linux News for Jan 08, 2009:
Integrating legacy Windows applications on a Linux Desktop environment
(2009-01-08 00:03:55)
blog.angulosolido.pt: "In the real world there's people developing fat clients, where a web interface would be the best way. There's people programming in .NET, delivering solutions to the customers that limit their OS choices to Windows. And there are public and private institutions buying without knowing how this may affect them in the future."
What Is SMB?
(2009-01-08 01:33:55)
Computing Tech: "Years ago, Microsoft and IBM came up with the SMB (Server Message Block) protocol to compete with Novell's IPX-based file and print sharing. Though it's hard to believe now, there was a time when pretty much all corporate networks were running IPX and Novell Netware servers."
Multiseat Computer for 12 Users
(2009-01-08 03:03:55)
Multiseatfor12users: This isn't a news story, but it looks so cool I ran it anyway.--ed.
Understanding Perl Variable References On Linux And Unix
(2009-01-08 04:33:55)
The Linux and Unix Menagerie: "Today we're going to take a look at a part of Perl that a lot of folks shy away from; mostly because (from my experience) they feel it's too abstract a notion or too complicated to understand. For today, I'm referring to Perl references ;) And here's the thing; nothing could be farther from the truth. It's just about as simple as the sentence preceding the last."
gOS 3.1 Introduces Cloud Computing
(2009-01-08 06:03:55)
DeviceGuru: "The gOS ("good OS") project has issued an SP1 release of gOS 3.1 Gadgets. This latest gOS release implements numerous package updates, bug fixes, and configuration enhancements, and continues gOS's strong dependence on Google's web-based applications."
Refocusing on our mission
(2009-01-08 07:33:55)
One Laptop per Child: "We are streamlining our operations this month, cutting staff by roughly 50% and laying out broad targets for the coming year. Here is Nicholas's announcement on the upcoming changes:"
Breaking News: OLPC Just Got Gutted, 50% Staff Gone!
(2009-01-08 09:03:55)
One Laptop Per Child News: "The official OLPC blog so innocently says that One Laptop Per Child is "Refocusing our mission" with an email from Nicholas Negroponte that clearly shows that the OLPC organization is really being gutted."
Linux buffer overflow issues on Power-based systems
(2009-01-08 10:30:55)
IBM Developerworks: "In this article, all examples of buffer overflow vulnerabilities in Linux running on Power/Cell Broadband Engine Architecture processor-based servers were developed and executed on an IBM BladeCenter JS22 Express server, an IBM BladeCenter QS21 server, and a Sony Playstation 3 running Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 Update 7."
OpenID Gets Explained, Maligned, and Dropped
(2009-01-08 12:04:55)
OStatic: "Clearly, the project has fans, but not everyone is jumping on the OpenID bandwagon. In fact, some are jumping off."
Google Chrome Tab overflow problem
(2009-01-08 13:04:55)
InternetNews: "While Mozilla introduced Tab overflow in 2006, here we are in 2009 and Google Chrome doesn't have that feature. For someone like me that often keeps 10+ tabs open at any one time this is a (minor) problem."
The Linux Deployment Iceberg
(2009-01-08 13:34:55)
Ken Hess's Linux Blog: "There are over 1 million Linux system deployments worldwide. No, make that 2 million. Wait, it's really closer to 3 million. Ok, I really have it this time--there are over 3.5 million Linux deployments worldwide as of January 7, 2009. But according to the Linux Counter, there's fewer than 150,000."
Fedora 11 Needs A Name: The Polls Are Now Open
(2009-01-08 14:04:55)
LinuxPlanet: "Red Hat's Fedora Linux is currently in the process of developing Fedora Linux 11, but first the new distro will need a name. So in the spirit of openness Fedora has opened up the naming of Fedora 11 to a vote."
Tweet from the Command Line with Twidge
(2009-01-08 14:34:55)
Linutop: "On machines like Linutop or netbooks, running a graphical Twitter client is a waste of precious resources, so a command-line tool like Twidge can come in rather handy. Using it, you can quickly post tweets and view the latest posts from people you follow without leaving the convenience of the terminal."
AbiWord project gets funding for ODF improvements
(2009-01-08 15:04:55)
ars Technica: "The AbiWord project has announced that NLnet is providing funding to facilitate the development of improved OpenDocument (ODF) filters in AbiWord. This will increase the program's compatibility with the format and boost its interoperability with OpenOffice.org"
New Freescale processors target Linux netbooks
(2009-01-08 15:34:55)
ars Technica: "Whether it's the small form factor or the significantly lower price tag, these computers are appearing on shelves from almost every major manufacturer. To keep prices low and save precious system resources, many manufacturers are preinstalling Linux on these machines."
ReactOS - Open Source Windows
(2009-01-08 16:04:55)
XenStreet: "Now here is a wacky idea! Would that not make Bill Gates have sleepless nights, even though he no longer runs Microsoft. One such company and a set of brilliant entrepreneurs are doing just that at ReactOS."
Commercial open source business strategies in 2009 and beyond
(2009-01-08 16:34:55)
451 CAOS Theory: "The future of commercial open source software lies in commercial licensing strategies, but which are the strategies that are more likely to deliver the results vendors are looking for?"
Vietnam to widely use open source software
(2009-01-08 17:04:55)
VietNamNet: "The Ministry of Information and Communications has issued an instruction on using open source software products at state agencies."
Memo to Dell: Pump Ubuntu Into Your Global Partner Network
(2009-01-08 17:34:55)
WorksWithU: "Pssst: Hey Greg Davis (pictured). You've just been named Dell's global channel chief -- in charge of the PC giant's worldwide partner strategy. What are you going to do next? Here’s one suggestion: Offer some Ubuntu PCs to solutions providers. Here's why."
Artwork for Ubuntu Jaunty Already Impressive
(2009-01-08 18:04:55)
Linux Loop: "It seems we are barely even started into the new release cycle, yet I can already say there are some very promising choices. Below are a selection of my favorites: (A number are proposed specifically for the betas, but that doesn’t mean they couldn't be used.)"
Help On The Way: Five Great Linux Support Sites
(2009-01-08 18:34:55)
bmighty: "Linux support and documentation sites are a dime a dozen -- and some aren't worth much more than that. Here are a few sites that really give you your money's worth . . . or at least they would, if most of the content wasn't already free."
A New, Easy To Use Disk Formatter For GNOME
(2009-01-08 19:04:55)
Phoronix: "However, GParted is not exactly the ideal program for new Linux users to familiarize themselves with if all they want to do is format a USB drive or external storage device. Fortunately, a new GNOME utility has come about that supersedes GFloppy and is designed to be a simple yet powerful disk formatting utility. In this article we are taking an introductory look at GNOME Format."
Boxee now open to all Ubuntu users
(2009-01-08 19:34:55)
DeviceGuru: "Boxee has just opened up its free A/V media center platform to all Ubuntu, Mac, and AppleTV users. Additionally, Boxee for Windows has entered “private-alpha” phase, during which prospective users apply for the software online and wait for a download link."
This is Why I Love Linux
(2009-01-08 20:04:55)
Cerebrosus Lens Geek: "Do not lend or make illegal copies of this software"
CLI for fun: du
(2009-01-08 20:34:55)
Okii Living: "A good example of a CLI command that is very useful is the du command. I am always interested in how much disk space a particular file or folder is taking on my hard drive. This is especially important to know when writing data to removable media that is limited in size such as a CD or DVD."
5 GIMP Tricks Everyone Should Know!
(2009-01-08 21:04:55)
Help For Linux: "Having used both GIMP and Adobe Photoshop I must say I personally believe GIMP is much better for common folks like you and me who need a relatively simpler set of tools to make quick edits to our Vacation pictures."
Open Source, Less Labor, More Love
(2009-01-08 21:34:55)
OStatic: "Open source software is inextricably tied to the idea of "giving it away." Projects open their code for a number of reasons -- to better the codebase, or to allow others to bend an application to their own needs. Maybe the reasons are entirely altruistic, or maybe the altruism is the happy side effect of more project-centric decisions."
Building A Linux Computer: Part 5: Finishing Touches
(2009-01-08 22:04:55)
LinuxEdit: "So everything is going according to plan, you have successfully got the parts, built it, set up the BIOS and installed the OS. Now we are on to our last Building A Linux Computer article.
Now that you have Ubuntu up and running, I am going to outline a few basic ideas and tips to get your system up to speed."
AMD Video BIOS Disassembler Released
(2009-01-08 22:34:55)
Phoronix: "This tool called AtomDis was used early on in the development of the RadeonHD driver by Novell and is now being released under the GNU GPLv2 license to assist interested open-source developers or act as an instrument to those learning about graphics processor programming."
Share iSCSI Volumes With Linux Clients via ZFS
(2009-01-08 23:04:55)
Enterprise Networking Planet: "The Sun x4500 series storage servers have been a big hit. You get 48 disks, and ZFS takes advantage of the large number of disk spindles to achieve amazing throughput. Here's another great use for the x4500: host all your virtual machines on it and share them to your Linux clients via iSCSI. We'll show you how."
The Netbook Experience Is A Little Less Shiny Right Now
(2009-01-08 23:34:55)
Ever-Increasing Entropy: "For the first couple of weeks I was thrilled with the little laptop. I was less than pleased with the stock gOS Linux implementation but once I replaced it with a Linux distribution that actually had the proper support and drivers for the hardware I was really, really happy."
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