Linux and Free software

Ixquick: The world's most private search engine

2012-02-11T10:27:00.001-05:00

In this day and age privacy and security of Internet users is very important. Governments and corporations are constantly tracking your searches and leaking the information to third parties that compile surveys and resell the information to other companies. Your privacy on the Internet is being eroded on a everyday basis and things do not seem to be getting any better. That is why search engines should focus more on the privacy of its users. Check out Ixquick which labels itself as the world's most private search engine. It compiles results from several major search engines and shows you a star rating along side of your searches. Since 2009 Ixquick does no longer record your IP address. Ixquick also deletes private details of its users. Check out Ixquick search engine and protect your privacy online.

Best Torrent Sites of 2012

2012-02-02T12:00:00.010-05:00

There are many different torrent sites on the Internet. Every year new sites pop up while old ones fade out. This is a new list of great Torrent Sites for 2012. If we missed any good sites please leave them in the comment section below.

Kickasstorrents - One of the best torrent sites currently out there

Demonoid - Private but you can download the latest torrents even without registration

1337x - Ad free torrent search

Torrent Funk - Discover your funk

Vertor - Verified torrents

ScrapeTorrent - Searches several popular torrent sites

ExtraTorrents - The biggest BitTorrent system

ISOhunt - Comprehensive bittorent search

Torrent Reactor - The most active torrents on the web

BTjunkie - Large bittorent search

Torrent Scan - Another search engine of popular torrent sites

Sumo Torrent - Fresh torrent source

Torrentz - Nice bittorent search

Torrent Box - A very good source

Fenopy - Yet another site for torrents

Torrent Matrix - Latest bittorent files

SeedPeer - It has a verified torrent section

FON- La Fonero

2012-01-29T21:05:00.001-05:00

These days most households already have wireless routers. It would be nice if you would be able to access free wireless on your mobile device while walking around a city. The problem accessing home WiFi is that most of these home routers are blocked by security features. One company named FON came up with a very unique idea. They are trying to open up people's home routers by giving them access to other people's routers around the world. This is a cool services and the more people sign up and participate the better the service gets. Check out their website and let us know what you think.

Gutenberg Free E-books for everyone

2011-12-20T17:20:00.000-05:00

Project Gutenberg is a great site to download electronic e-books for your computer, iPhone, Kindle, Sony reader and other devices. They have over 30, 000 free e-books to choose from so you will have plenty of great material to read. Also, there is no fee or registration required. Find the e-book you would like to read and download. The copyright on these e-books has expired so you don't have to worry that you are downloading something illegal. The Gutenberg site is a great project that tries to digitize many great works and makes them available to all. Check out their website here.

Replay Great Old Games on Dos-Box

2011-12-17T13:18:00.003-05:00

Dosbox is an MS-DOS emulator that allows you to play old DOS games on new computers. It is free software licensed under the GNU General Public License and works on Linux, Mac OS and Windows. There are tons of great games that will make you feel nostalgic. Some of the most popular games are Doom, Warcraft, Mortal Kombat, Worms, Cannon Fodder, Winter challenge and many others. To download dos box go to their site at Dosbox.com.

To download Dos Box games check out these sites:

Best Old Games

Free Game Empire

Dos Games Archive

Assault Cube: Cool first person shooter.

2011-10-14T13:08:00.002-04:00

Assault Cube is a first person shooter based on the Cube engine. It has a single player mode and multiplayer. This FPS is realistic and team oriented. The graphics are nice and the weapons are decent. It is a fast paced game but very enjoyable. There are two teams. One is the Cubers Liberations Army (CLA) and the other is the Rabid Viper Special Forces (RVSF). This game is free and works well on Linux.

Here is the link to Assault Cube website.

HD Wallpaper site.

2011-09-03T19:47:00.001-04:00

It seems that HD pictures are popping up all over the Internet. There is nothing better than having a great screen and a gorgeous wallpaper on your computer. Check out this site to download yourself some great HD wallpapers to decorate your computer screen. HD Wallpaper site.

Why you should use Linux.

2011-08-26T17:43:00.003-04:00

Why have you switched to GNU/Linux?

2011-08-23T15:06:00.005-04:00

A long time ago when I was using Windows I realized that many applications were trying to constrain me from doing certain tasks. I was unable to play a certain format or had to install applications that I did not want on my system. I started to think critically as to why I am using Windows and if there is some kind of alternative that I could use instead. Prior to this, I used Mac OS but I knew that both operating systems are proprietary and want to limit the end user. I got tired of being manipulated to use a particular application and having bloatware already pre-installed on my computer. After searching the Internet for alternatives to Mac OS and Windows I found this really cool operating system that is called GNU/Linux. I didn't know much about the OS but I gave it a shot. I played around with several distributions till I found one that fit my needs. When I started using Linux, which was more than a decade ago it was still relatively hard to use and it was mostly for hobbyists. However, it was the concept of open source that kept me intrigued. I loved the fact that no single company such as Microsoft or Apple had any of their applications installed on my computer. I had the power for the first time to modify my system as thoroughly as I wanted, from little tweaks to major changes that required know-how. Today, I am happy that I switched to Linux full time. My system is fast, reliable and very stable. Linux enables the end user to finally have a lot of power. Over the years I have seen Linux mature and evolve. It has developed from something basic and geeky to a full featured operating system that anyone can use. Today, the Linux operating system is ready for anyone who is searching for an alternative to expensive and proprietary software.

Everyone has a different story why they switched to Linux. I would like to hear your story and why you made the switch. Was it financial, political, technical or other? Are you using Linux on a Server, Desktop, Laptop, Netbook, Tablet or another device? Please leave your comments below and tell us why have you switched to GNU/Linux?

Students! Don't get scammed for back to school computer shopping.

2011-08-20T10:50:00.006-04:00

There are only a few more weeks left before students go back to school and technology companies are gearing up for one of the most busiest seasons of the year.

Even though having a laptop is not mandatory for college or university studies, students often justify the purchase by saying that they need it desperately for school. I have worked in several large computer stores that have back to school specials for students and let me tell you that its all about revenue and scamming the customers. These large computer stores want to extract as much money as possible from customers and are willing to go the distance in confusing students and their parents in order to make that extra profit. For example, I was told shamelessly straight to my face when buying a netbook that the company does not make a lot of money from the sale of a laptop and that I should purchase something else on top.

This is why all associates are forced to upsell and skew the truth. These people tell you that you need a CD created in order for your computer to have a backup. This extra service is only $60. For extra $100 they will setup your computer to be "ready to use". This is a major scam because anyone can do this setup by themselves with only a few clicks of the mouse when they boot up their system for the first time. My wife was once told that she can get a recovery disc created by them for only $100, as the laptop she was purchasing did not come with one. When she asked if she could do it herself, she was told that it wasn't possible, but that she can bring the laptop back later on and it can still be done. When she got home and booted the computer for the first time, it gave her an option to burn a recovery CD which was a breeze to make.

However, even if you do not buy into the "setup your computer" argument the associate will tell you that there are tons of viruses out there that will destroy your precious data and you will have to buy antivirus. But don't worry because its on special for just $80. Another tactic they like to use is to sell you extended warranty that is about $120 to $250. This enables you to bring the computer back to the place you bought it instead of shipping it to the manufacturer. Just a side note: Manufacturers have a great service and will replace your computer for free if its still in warranty and shipping is paid by them. I shipped several laptops back to various manufacturers and the service is very fast, professional and efficient.

After pressuring you to hand over hundreds of dollars for a laptop or a netbook, they try to sell you optical drives, mice, cases and many other peripherals. Many times I have overheard associates lying to customers about what they need just to sell the extra package so that they can get a bonus/commission or just to get their manager of their backs. Even though associates in these large stores try to be polite and smile to your face, they are scamming you for hundreds of dollars out of your hard earned money just because you are unaware about what you really need. And if that fails, many stores increase the price of the product and try to sell you the whole "better value" package, without having the option to buy the computer without those unnecessary "upgrades".

Another money waster is when students drag their parents to an Apple store and demand the latest computer hardware for their University studies. Apple computers are very expensive but all that students see is the nice shiny box and the cool factor. Being like everyone else is not cool and PCs are hundreds of dollars cheaper and do the same thing that most Apple laptops do. Save yourself or your parents some cash and get a PC laptop instead. Apple products will not increase your grades and will not make you any cooler either.

Therefore, this back to school season do some serious research about what you need and don't need and do not be pressured into buying additional things that you might regret later or realize that it was a waste of your money. Majority of these businesses are making huge profits on the ignorance of many individuals about technology and computers.

A few good examples that you should think about might include: Do students really need the latest MacBook Pro for $2000 to type essays that can be done on a Netbook or a regular laptop? Do you need to pay additional $130 for Microsoft Office if LibreOffice is free to download and use? Do you need a firewall and Antivirus if you are smart about what files to open and follow some simple security rules? Or you can download AVG Free Anti-virus or Avast and many universities provide you with anti-virus for free while you are their student. Do you need additional warranty for $200 if shipping to a manufacturer is free and can be easily set up online? How long do you expect your laptop to last you? Do you really need to pay hundreds of dollars for an extended warranty if your netbook costs $350 and it is cheaper to buy a new one than keep fixing an old one in 3 years? Try to see through manipulative associates in big computer stores that try to scam you for hundreds of dollars and make you think that you need every one of the things they offer or your computer will blow up. Play it smart and use the money you save for your books or tuition instead because those things are not getting any cheaper....

Linux Girl

2011-08-19T12:14:00.003-04:00

Linux girl has been using Ubuntu for several years now and likes the freedom that open source software provides for her. She loves to tweak her operating system and Linux is great for that. Recently she has moved from OpenOffice to LibreOffice and is still a huge supporter of Firefox. She believes that more people should be using open source software instead of proprietary applications that restrict user rights. If you are new to Linux and would like to learn or download the OS check out Ubuntu.com for more information.

XBMC: free media center for your computer

2011-08-17T21:37:00.002-04:00

XBMC is a great media center application for your computer. It is free and open source software and licensed under GNU GPL. If you have a lot of pictures, videos, music you can all have easy access to them through XBMC media center. This application works for Windows, Linux and Mac OS. There are plenty of skins to choose from and the default one looks pretty amazing. You can add additional functionality through add ons and scripts. XBMC looks great on your computer or your living room TV and is a nice way to access your digital files. If you want additional information check out their website at XBMC. Definitely great software that people should have.

Linux inside.

2011-08-02T22:22:00.007-04:00

Linux works well on laptops, netbooks, tablets, desktops and servers. It is a free and open source Operating System. Anyone can download Linux and use it at no cost. It comes with thousands of applications. You can install Linux on as many computers as you like and there are no licensing fees. Edit, copy and distribute. Open Source is a great concept that is changing the computer industry. If you want to get your own free version of a popular Linux distribution go to Ubuntu.com and join the free and open source world.

Linux, Linux, everywhere!

2011-08-01T20:13:00.000-04:00

Every year there are articles published about this being the "Year of Linux". I read many of them and I realized that there is no specific "Year of Linux". I also wrote my own article arguing that every year is the year of Linux and as the Linux market share grows, one day we will realize that Linux is everywhere.

Not long ago, I started to realize that Linux is already creeping up on me from all sides. People who have never heard of Linux were raving about it. They were showing me their latest gadgets and telling me how cool they were. After several months of random people going on about their gadgets I did realize that Linux is everywhere and it came upon us from an unusual source. If you haven't figured it out yet, I am talking about Android which is based on the Linux kernel. A lot of people purchasing their latest phones do not know what Linux is or that Android is based on the Linux kernel. However, they are definitely happy with their latest hardware and the many features Android has. Moreover, Android phones are selling in large quantities and are surpassing Blackberry and iPhone sales. This is amazing and the trend seems to be continuing with excellent and solid phones such as the Samsung Galaxy S2. The Galaxy S2 is a gorgeous phone and it is even better than the iPhone 4. Apple will definitely have to come up with many cool new features for the iPhone 5 to be able to compete with the Android Smartphones.

One great thing about Android is that it is not limited to cellphones only. Android is being used on netbooks and tablets which have become very popular in the last few years. Because many users who use Android on their cellphones are familiar with the operating system, they have no problems buying netbooks and tablets which run Android as well. The cellphone industry was a great way to introduce people to the Android OS and then place the software on other gadgets as well.

Walking through a Big Box computer store today you will notice how many devices are running Android as well as the massive push in advertising. This is really neat to see and I am surprised that Android is so popular among everyday users who are not tech savvy. These people are the majority of consumers and are snapping up cellphones, netbooks and tablets running Android in large numbers.

Linux is definitely everywhere and continues to grow into markets that were dominated by other operating systems before. The server market is already being dominated by Linux. Cell phones, netbooks and tablets are starting to be dominated by Android and the last frontier is the desktop in which it has limited reach so far. However, one day we might just see Linux slowly creep up on us on the desktop as well.

Penguspy: Just the best Linux games

2011-07-30T13:20:00.001-04:00

Penguspy is a nice site that features lots of great Linux games. Their site is easy to navigate and features star reviews of the games as well as peoples comments. You can find a short description on each game and a nice video so that you can preview the game before downloading. The site also features categories where you can browse through your favourite genre. There is a category that divides games into Close Source and Open Source as well. Currently the site is still in beta but it works great and new content is being added daily. Go to Penguspy and start gaming on Linux. There are many great games for you to discover.

Linux Mint Wallpaper

2011-07-28T10:41:00.002-04:00

Android Girl

2011-07-24T12:57:00.004-04:00

In a short time Android has become a dominant force in the Smartphone world. Android OS is based on the Linux Kernel and works on many different phones and Tablet PCs as well. Android has contributed greatly to promoting Linux to the general public and allows for a great alternative to operating systems such as Apple's iOS, BlackBerry and Windows Mobile.

Samsung Galaxy S2 review

2011-06-19T20:09:00.010-04:00

The Samsung Galaxy S2 is definitely one of the best smartphones available on the market today. It has a gorgeous 4.3 inch Super AMOLED screen which is very crisp and vibrant. The back of the phone has a 8 megapixel camera with an LED flash. The phone takes great looking pictures and can also record HD 1080p video. There is an additional front facing camera that is great for video calling. The Samsung Galaxy S2 is running Android 2.3 Gingerbread with a 1.2 GHz dual core processor. This phone is fast, ultra slim and a great media device to have on you all the time. The Samsung Galaxy S2 gets 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Usage based billing is a joke and a major scam.

2011-06-17T13:35:00.002-04:00

It always amazes me how large corporations can never get enough money and constantly surpass the line between good business sense to complete corporate greed. For over a decade, Internet Service Providers have been providing unlimited Internet usage at a relatively reasonable price. Today, these same corporations no longer provide unlimited Internet usage and have imposed draconian data caps. They have moved from unlimited data transfer to a mere 80 gigabyte limit for $65 per month and an additional 1 gigabyte will cost you $1.50, even though it only costs $0.03 for the ISP to transfer it over their networks. This new policy that the ISPs are trying to implement is called Usage Based Billing (UBB) and it is becoming common in North America and is slowly being adopted world wide. These companies have realized that they can charge for each additional gigabyte a person uses instead of giving away unlimited data transfer. They want to convert Internet packages to the same model as we see with cellphones today. With your cellphone you only get a few text messages in your monthly plan and if you go over they will charge you an arm and a leg for additional texts that cost them virtually nothing. In today's day and age with people watching TV over the Internet, playing games, downloading pictures, videos, files and making long distance calls we as users need more bandwidth instead of less. However, the ISPs want to stop us from using the Internet to do these things so that they can charge us individually for them. These corporations realize that if we are doing so many wonderful things on the Internet for free they are unable to sell us their home phone service, cable T.V., long distance plan etc. That is why they are trying to limit your Internet usage through UBB to a ridiculously small amount so that you will not be able to do these free things over the Internet anymore. They will become too costly for you as you surpass your meager monthly cap. For example, to use Netflix which only costs you about $8 a month, you need to be able to use a significant amount of Internet bandwidth. If the provider caps you, they are trying to force you to go back to their Cable TV for $60 a month for a rather basic package and box rental.

There is plenty of bandwith on the provider's networks but that is not as profitable as giving you very little bandwith each month and then charging you extra for additional use. I find it hilarious when I call my ISP and they say I don't need additional bandwith because I never go over my monthly usage. I try really hard not to yell at them and tell them that they are morons. If they cap you at 80 gigs and tell you that they will charge you for each additional gig, I make sure that I stay within the small limit alloted to me. I do need more bandwidth and I don't go over my monthly cap so that I don't give these greedy corporations even a penny more. They have upset millions of people in North America and world wide and continue to harm the relationship between them and their customers. In the future they should not be surprised when their own customers lash back at them by moving to smaller ISP's who are less greedy and offer a reasonable amount of data for a reasonable amount of money.

Internet usage is becoming more expensive not because it really is but because the large corporations are trying to inflate the price so that they can make huge profits and gouge their customers as much as they can. The Internet has become an integral part in our homes and people have to realize what is happening with Usage Based Billing and fight back against this new policy that the large ISPs are trying to force on us. So far, many people are not very knowledgeable about this subject and I hope that they take it upon themselves to research it and get to know the facts. The large Corporations do not care about their customers and they will continue these business practices until we stop them by demanding something fair. If we do nothing, the large corporations will definitely charge us a lot more for a lot less. We would love to hear your own opinion on Usage Based Billing so please leave your opinions in the comment section below.

Megaglest: 3D real time strategy game

2011-06-10T16:49:00.005-04:00

Megaglest is an open source 3D real time strategy game. When you start the game you can choose from seven different factions Tech, Magic, Egyptian, Indian, Norsemen, Persian or Roman. There are many maps to choose from and gorgeous looking environments. The point of the game is to collect gold, stone and wood so that you can expand your base and build up a strong army. Glest has nice graphics and is very enjoyable to play even for long hours. It might take a while to figure out all the commands to control your units but that is part of the learning curve for real time strategy games. Once you learn how everything works the game play is exciting and the battles are fun. You can also play with people over LAN or the Internet. Megaglest is cross platform and works on Linux, Windows and Mac OS X. To download the game or to learn more about it visit the Megaglest website below.

Megaglest

Yauba - Privacy safe search engine

2011-05-28T18:14:00.005-04:00

Yauba is a search engine that focuses on users security and privacy. Launched in 2009, Yauba is a real time search engine from India. According to their site the search engine does not keep any records of your search terms, browsing history or any personal identifiable information. They periodically erase private information from their servers so you can stay anonymous. Currently Yauba is in Beta and is available in several different languages. Give Yauba a try and let us know what you think.

Yauba.com

Microsoft buying Skype is a bad day for Linux.

2011-05-11T16:14:00.004-04:00

Microsoft announced that it is buying Skype for $8.5 billion dollars. That is a lot of money for a VOIP service that is not very profitable. Skype has 663 million registered users and around 100 million use it on a regular basis. However, most people use only the free skype to skype calling and very few pay for calling landlines and cellphones. The thing that worries me the most is that Microsoft will not want to continue Skype development for Linux or even Mac OS. They will try to use Skype's popularity to boost their Windows mobile platform. The future of Skype on Linux looks very bleak when you take into consideration that Microsoft will take control of its development. The company might still keep some development for Mac OS and Linux but definitely not make it their priority. The purchase of Skype by Microsoft is a bad day for Linux users. It is definitely time to look for alternatives to Skype and its services.

Dropbox, a nice way to store files online.

2011-04-03T22:42:00.002-04:00

Dropbox is a great service for online file backup. It integrates well with your desktop. All you have to do is drag and drop your files into a folder and automatically it will sync and store your files online. This is a great way to keep your files accessible from anywhere and you can even use your browser to upload files. Other great features are collaborating on a file between several users and syncing a file on multiple computers. Dropbox gives you 2 GB of space for free and you can upgrade if you need additional space. Dropbox works on Linux, Windows, Mac OS X and iPhone. Visit the dropbox site to learn more.

Torrent Freak

2011-03-14T12:35:00.004-04:00

If you like to know the latest news on torrents and other related news about P2P technology then you got to keep up with the news on Torrent Freak. This is a great site that brings the latest news and fresh articles to its readers. Also, every few months they post the top torrent site list which has become very popular. The posting shows which sites are stagnating and which sites are upcoming as new and innovative.

Ubuntu Wallpaper

2011-03-13T19:51:00.004-04:00

Linux Girl

2011-02-22T13:24:00.005-05:00

Linux girl has been using Ubuntu for a while now. At the beginning she was dual booting between Windows and Linux but now solely runs Linux. According to her there was no need to go back to Windows because all of the applications she needed were available for GNU/Linux free of charge. She is an avid user of Linux and is happy that she has made the switch. Her biggest advantages to switching are a lot less viruses, fast boot up time, a more stable system and much cleaner interface.

Replay Great Old Games on Dosbox

2011-02-20T12:58:00.001-05:00

Great wallpaper site.

2011-02-03T14:23:00.002-05:00

Wallbase has a huge selection of desktop wallpapers. The good thing is that almost all of them are high definition. The site is easy to navigate and very intuitive. You can enter a keyword into the search bar and find thousands of wallpapers in your resolution. The best is to search through the global toplist to find some very nice wallpapers. If you are looking for original and cool wallpapers for your computer this site should be in your bookmarks.

Keep up with the many distros.

2011-01-20T10:02:00.003-05:00

Distrowatch is a great site to keep up with the many distributions of Linux that are available. They are nicely organized and you can see which ones are becoming popular. Each Linux distro has different strengths and it is important to choose the one that suits your needs the most. It is nice to have a website that keeps track of various distributions that you can install and learn more about. Check out Distrowatch.com and put the fun back into computing.

Distrowatch website.

A tip for software companies.

2011-01-03T12:02:00.002-05:00

It amazes me that so many times people who are in charge of large and small software companies make dumb decisions. They get nice salaries but often make decisions that come back and bite them later on. One good strategy for any large or small company that is lagging behind on the Windows or Mac OS market is to create software for GNU/Linux. Linux is growing as a platform and has millions of users worldwide. This is an emerging market with great potential for growth. Linux still lacks certain software, especially professional applications such as video editing and many others. There are several projects that found a huge following under the GNU/Linux platform but were not as popular under Windows or Mac OS. It is a great strategy to start creating software for GNU/Linux to gain an advantage over your competition and to gain market share overall. Also, to be the first in an emerging market such as Linux can prove to be very advantageous and beneficial in the long run. Software companies should get their foot into the door of the Linux world before other large companies come along and reap a lot of benefits.

There are many arguments that might be limiting software companies to get into Linux. One is that the GNU/Linux platform market share is too small and not worth getting into. However, because Linux is growing and gaining momentum, in the future you could find yourself left behind while other great software projects will take over your market. It is essential to be there before your competition and get your product out before everyone else. Currently, the Linux market is around 2% on the desktop but that is definitely increasing. Linux is not only growing on the desktop but on netbooks, tablets and hand held devices. The first company into an emerging market usually has the upper hand.

Another argument is that GNU/Linux is open source and there is not much money in software development. It is true that Linux is open source and majority of the applications are free as well. However, Linux runs proprietary software and there are many that are popular. Certain professional applications will probably never be open source but the need is still there and people are willing to pay. Users of Linux have money and are willing to buy software that is of excellent quality and will enable them to create professional projects, because they are still saving money in the long run.

Distributions such as Ubuntu already have a paid section for software in their Ubuntu Software Centre. This allows Ubuntu users to quickly buy software for the Linux platform. Some individuals would rather pay for applications than spend their time looking for free software on the Internet. Plus, with paid software you usually get support and warranty. Creating a place where Linux developers can sell their applications is a great boost for the Linux platform.

In conclusion, the GNU/Linux platform is growing and it is beneficial for large and small software creators to get into the market before their competition does. This will give them an upper hand and a new market to flourish in. Many people who use Linux are willing to purchase proprietary and open source software, especially if it is of good quality and for professional use. Just because the Linux market is only 2%, it should not be overlooked, as it is an emerging market with great growth potential. Many applications have found popularity under GNU/Linux while not being so successful on Windows or the Mac OS platform.

What software companies do you think could get an upper hand or a business advantage if they started creating their software for GNU/Linux? What applications would you want to see and are willing to pay for on Linux?

Gimp: A free alternative to Photoshop.

2010-12-31T12:46:00.003-05:00

Gimp is an image manipulation application. The initial release was in 1996 and its popularity continues to grow. It is a completely free program and is a great alternative to Photoshop. There is no need to pay hundreds of dollars for a great image editing software. Gimp is open source and completely free to download and use. The application features many tools for beginners and professionals as well. If you like editing pictures and graphics then this software is something you should definitely download. Gimp works on Mac OS, Windows and GNU/Linux.

Go to the site and download it. Gimp

Linux Action Show

2010-12-30T10:09:00.008-05:00

If you like to learn more about Linux and open source software then you should check out the Linux Action Show. It is hosted by Chris Fisher and Bryan Lunduke. The show is definitely geeky but there is a lot to learn especially if you are new to Linux. Even veteran Linux users will learn a thing or two. The show had its debut in 2006 and it's still going strong after many years. Chris and Bryan review many distributions of Linux and also a variety of open source applications. There is a call in question and answer segment which is pretty cool as well. You can watch the Linux Action Show podcasts for free on Jupiterbroadcasting.com

Mortal Combat: Linux vs Windows

2010-12-22T14:43:00.000-05:00

Best Torrent Sites of 2010

2010-12-18T16:11:00.001-05:00

Holiday season has already begun and New Year's Eve is quickly approaching. Here is our list of popular torrent sites for the year 2010. If you know of any other great sites please let us know. Happy Holidays to everyone!

KickassTorrents - No ads and a fantastic site

Mininova - The Ultimate Bittorent Source

Demonoid - Private but you can download the latest torrents even without registration

ScrapeTorrent - Searches several popular torrent sites

SeedPeer - It has a verified torrent section

ISOhunt - Comprehensive bittorent search

Torrent Reactor - The most active torrents on the web

BTjunkie - Large bittorent search

Btscence - Clean torrents

Torrent Scan - Another search engine of popular torrent sites

Sumo Torrent - Fresh torrent source

Torrentz - Nice bittorent search

Torrent Box - A very good source

Fenopy - Yet another site for torrents

Share Reactor - Indexes bittorent and edonkey P2P

Torrent Matrix - Latest bittorent files

Bitenova - Add comments and rate torrents

Spynova - Indexes torrents

The best video player out there!

2010-12-17T10:22:00.007-05:00

VLC media player is a great application that works on Linux, Windows and Mac OS X. It is by far one of the best video players out there. It can play various video file formats as well as DVD's, CD's, VCD's. VLC media player is free to download and use. It was initially released in 2001 by a group at Ecole Centrale Paris and since then has become very popular. Today, it is an open source project and anyone can contribute to it from around the world. It is amazing how many different audio and video codecs this application can handle. This is definitely a good media player for watching videos off the Internet. It is licensed under the GNU general public license. If you are looking for a great video player for your computer then VLC media player is it. Check out their website for more information, skins and to download the application.

VLC media player website.

Assault Cube: Awesome first person shooter

2010-12-05T10:40:00.001-05:00

Assault Cube is a first person shooter based on the Cube engine. It has a single player mode and multiplayer. This FPS is realistic and team oriented. The graphics are nice and the weapons are awesome. It is a fast paced game and very enjoyable. There are two teams. One is the Cubers Liberations Army (CLA) and the other is the Rabid Viper Special Forces (RVSF). This game is free and works well on Linux.

Here is the link to Assault Cube website.

XBMC: Free media center for your computer

2010-11-06T17:52:00.002-04:00

Penguspy: Just the best linux games.

2010-11-05T14:07:00.001-04:00

Penguspy is a nice site that features lots of great Linux games. Their site is easy to navigate and features star reviews of the games as well as peoples comments. You can find a short description on each game and a nice video so that you can preview the game before downloading. The site also features categories where you can browse through your favourite genre. It is still in beta but the site seems to be getting better each week. Go to Penguspy and start gaming on Linux.

Fedora Linux Girl

2010-11-04T10:05:00.003-04:00

Fedora is a popular Linux distribution that has a great community of people and support. The project is sponsored by Red Hat Inc. and it was created in 2003. It is the second most popular Linux distribution after Ubuntu. Fedora is a free operating system that is stable, fast and powerful. If you want to learn more about it or download the free and open source operating system just go to the Fedora website.

The best anti-virus out there!

2010-10-31T11:54:00.001-04:00

Last week my mom forwarded an email to me and I started to laugh. The email was to warn me about a virus that is spreading and destroying peoples data. I called my mom and told her that she does not have to worry. I explained that this virus is for Windows OS and she is running Ubuntu for over a year. Even if she downloaded it she wouldn't be able to run it and the virus would not know what to do on the Linux platform. My mom is not very technically savvy but she is happy with using Linux. I installed her system and made sure that it is easy to use. I explained to her that the best anti-virus software is Linux.

I always thought that this virus thing was mostly just fear installed in people. Every time you go to a store you see McAfee or Norton Antivirus. The sales people are trying to scare you into purchasing their products. The bottom line is to make money of the fear of users. I am not sure if the anti-virus products are still the same as they used to be in the past but I remember them always popping up. Somehow, I always thought of the anti-virus software as a freaking virus itself. Always needing something, taking my computer resources and being a horrible nuisance. Just get off my screen!

Like a lot of things in our society, all you have to do is instill fear into people and then sell them products to protect themselves. Antivirus software is big business and the industry is very good at scaring the common computer user. Most viruses could be avoided just by following simple common sense rules. Anyways, my mom found out that she is immune to majority of viruses that are out there and that her precious data is safe for now. The way Linux is created makes it difficult for viruses to function. Linux is the best anti-virus software that you can get.

Cool new ad for Ubuntu Linux.

2010-10-28T12:20:00.001-04:00

World of Padman

2010-10-28T12:09:00.001-04:00

World Of Padman is a great first person shooter game. Initial release date was in 2007 and it has become very popular among the Linux community since then. World Of Padman works great on Windows, Mac OS and GNU/Linux. It is unique from other FPS games and it is open source. This is a cartoon style game that is very adorable and has awesome 3D graphics. A single player mode is not yet implemented but you can go into multiplayer and add some bots. Also, you can play offline against these bots or play online against other realtime players. There are plenty of different guns to choose from and many aesthetically pleasing maps. The game is fun, fast and addictive. If you want to see a preview check out the video here. Otherwise go to their website and download the WOP game. You will have tons of fun with this gorgeous first person shooter. Enjoy!

World Of Padman website.

Ubuntu Software Centre has great potential

2010-09-19T18:01:00.005-04:00

The Ubuntu distribution has definitely helped out Linux to become more popular among computer users worldwide. One great concept that Ubuntu brings to GNU/Linux distributions is the ease of use. Usually, when I recommend Linux to newcomers I always tell them to download Ubuntu first. It is good looking, easy to use and intuitive for someone who is coming from Windows or Mac OS X. One of the many great features of Ubuntu is its Software Centre. In the past, installing software on some of the GNU/Linux distributions was difficult for new users and this made them very frustrated. Today, anyone who uses Ubuntu can go to the software centre and choose thousands of applications they would like to install. All applications are grouped by categories and there is a featured section as well. If you do not want to browse through the categories you can do a general search for a specific program. The Software Centre has centralized Linux application installation and made it very convenient. However, the Ubuntu Software Centre still has some growing and evolving to do. In the future it would be nice to see reviews of applications included in the software center. This would enable people to choose the top rating apps and also read reviews of others before installing.
Also, the Ubuntu Software Centre should start charging for open source software and help out the hard working programmers that bring us great apps for the GNU/Linux desktop. This would enable the programmers and the many great open source projects to earn a revenue from the software they produce. Advanced games would be more plentiful and complex software would be available as well. The Ubuntu Software Centre has a lot of potential to create a great market for excellent GNU/Linux software and a great stream of revenue for open source programmers that are struggling to turn a profit. I hope that the next few versions of Ubuntu will have these great features implemented. The Software Centre can spur a new class of great applications for the GNU/Linux platform and bring more users to use Linux as their primary operating system.

Urban Terror: Free First Person Shooter

2010-09-09T15:44:00.001-04:00

Urban terror is a free multiplayer first person shooter game. It is a tactical shooter and their motto is "fun over realism". The game is created by Frozen Sand and they retain rights to the game. Urban Terror has good graphics but the most enjoyable part of this FPS is the gameplay. You can choose your character and then join one of the online games. The type of games you can join is Free For All, Deathmatch, Survivor, Capture The Flag, Follow the leader and Bomb mode. The weapons are realistic and you have to change magazines when you run out of bullets. Make sure you watch how many rounds you have left so you don't find yourself cornered and without ammunition. You have several weapons to choose from but you are limited to how much your character can carry. Every time someone dies you can pick up their gear to add to yours. The game takes a while to master especially because there are so many great gamers out there. When you get better there are a lot of leagues that you can join and play in their tournaments. Urban Terror is a popular game and has a good community of gamers. It is a nice realistic tactical shooter with good graphics and many levels to choose from. The game works well on GNU/Linux but is available for other platforms as well. Check out a nice video here. Visit their site for additional info and to download the game.

Urban Terror website.

Ubuntu Girls

2010-09-09T12:34:00.003-04:00

Ubuntu Linux is a free operating system that is easy to use. Download Ubuntu for your desktop, laptop, server or netbook and you will be impressed with the tens of thousands of applications you can install for free. Linux is gaining momentum and millions of people are using it worldwide. Check out the Ubuntu site for more information.

Linux Girl

2010-08-27T19:46:00.004-04:00

Our summer sexy linux girl was introduced to Ubuntu a couple of years ago. She had an old computer lying around that she wanted to use for basic email and chat. I installed Ubuntu for her and she loved it so much she installed it on her new laptop as well. Currently she is dual booting and uses Linux about 70% of the time.

Professional photograph taken by Kyle King.

Google Voice - Great addition to Gmail

2010-08-26T12:58:00.002-04:00

Yesterday Google has enabled voice calling from your Gmail account. I gave it a try today and it works really well. It is convenient, easy and calling U.S. and Canada cell phones/land lines is free till the end of the year. This is definitely a great addition to gmail and will bring in more users. The call quality is very good. I used a Netbook to call my cell phone and the audio was excellent. Google mentioned that this feature is only available for U.S. users, but many people outside of U.S. said it already worked for them. If Google will play its cards right they can have a great product that will generate revenue in the future. VOIP is a lucrative market especially if you already have a user base of millions of people.

Back to school computer shopping.

2010-08-22T17:00:00.003-04:00

There are only a few more weeks before school begins again and technology companies are gearing up for one of the most busy seasons of the year.

Even though having a laptop is not mandatory for college or university studies, students often justify the purchase by saying that they need it desperately for school. I have worked in several large computer stores that have back to school specials for students and let me tell you that its all about revenue and scamming the customer. These large businesses want to extract as much money as possible from customers and are willing to go the distance in confusing students and their parents in order to make that extra profit. For example, I was told shamelessly straight to my face when buying a netbook that the company does not make a lot of money from the sale of a laptop and that I should purchase something else on top.

This is why all associates are forced to upsell and skew the truth. These people tell you that you need a CD created in order for your computer to have a backup. This extra service is only $60. For extra $100 they will setup your computer to be "ready to use". This is a major scam because anyone can do this setup by themselves with only a few clicks of the mouse when they boot up their system for the first time. My wife was once told that she can get a recovery disc created by them for only $100, as the laptop she was purchasing did not come with one. When she asked if she could do it herself, she was told that it definitely wasn't possible, but that she can bring the laptop back later on and it can still be done. When she got home and booted the computer for the first time, it gave her an option to burn a recovery CD at the end.

However, even if you do not buy into the "setup your computer" argument the associate will tell you that there are tons of viruses out there that will destroy your precious data and you will have to buy antivirus. But don't worry because its on special for just $80. Another tactic they like to use is to sell you extended warranty that is about $120 to $250. This enables you to bring the computer back to the place you bought it instead of shipping it to the manufacturer. Just a side note: Manufacturers have a great service and will replace your computer for free if its still in warranty and shipping is paid by them. I shipped several laptops back to various manufacturers and the service is very fast, professional and efficient.

After pressuring you to hand over hundreds of dollars for a laptop or a netbook, they try to sell you optical drives, mice, cases and many other peripherals. Many times I have overheard associates lying to customers about what they need just to sell the extra package so that they can get a bonus/commission or just to get their manager of their backs. Even though associates in these large stores try to be polite and smile to your face, they are scamming you for hundreds of dollars out of your hard earned money just because you are unaware about what you really need. And if that fails, many stores increase the price of the product and try to sell you the whole "better value" package, without having the option to buy the computer without those unnecessary "upgrades".

Therefore, this back to school season do some serious research about what you need and don't need and do not be pressured into buying additional things that you might regret later or realize that it was a waste of your money. Majority of these businesses are making huge profits on the ignorance of many individuals about technology and computers.

A few good examples that you should think about might include: Do students really need the latest MacBook Pro for $2000 to type essays that can be done on a Netbook or a regular laptop? Do you need to pay additional $130 for Microsoft Office if Openoffice is free to use and download? Do you need firewall and Antivirus if you are smart about what files to open and follow some simple security rules? Or you can download AVG Free Anti-virus or Avast for free and many universities provide you with anti-virus for free while you are their student. Do you need additional warranty for $200 if shipping to a manufacturer is free and easily set up online? How long do you expect your laptop to last you? Do you really need to pay hundreds of dollars for an extended warranty if your netbook cost $350 and it is cheaper to buy a new one than keep fixing an old one in 3 years? Try to see through manipulative associates in big computer stores that try to scam you for hundreds of dollars and make you think that you need every one of the things they offer or your computer will blow up. Play it smart and use the money you save for your books or tuition instead because those things are not getting any cheaper....

Revolution OS - A Linux documentary

2010-08-18T16:00:00.004-04:00

A great documentary created in 2001 by J.T.S. Moore about GNU/Linux, Open Source and the free software movement. Grab a comfy chair and a snack and enjoy the film.

Linux is Political!

2010-08-12T13:50:00.001-04:00

I have had so many different discussions with people about which computer operating system is the best. Most people that I talk to swear by the one they use. This generally means Windows because it comes pre-installed on people's machines when they first buy them.

If your debate is about real technical issues, then Linux, Windows and Mac OS all have their strengths and weaknesses. It seems that all three operating systems are great to use depending on what the user needs. However, I do think that an operating system should not be judged solely on its technical strengths and weaknesses but also on its ideology and the way it is developed. This leads us into the debate of proprietary and open source software. Most people that I talk to have very little understanding about what is open source. They do not understand the concept until I further explain it to them or they research it on their own. Initially they have a lot of questions that they want answered. How can the open source community produce an operating system that is free? Who "owns" Linux? Where do I get it and how come Linux does not advertise as extensively as Apple or Microsoft? People have a hard time understanding that there is no single company behind Linux. They don't understand that Linux cannot be monopolized like Windows or Mac OS because no single entity owns the Linux source code. When these people realize that there is much more to Linux than its technical strengths and weaknesses, then they really understand its potential to change the software industry.

Open Source is an innovative concept to create software without copyrights and restrictions. Because of the way Linux is developed it is not only an operating system but a political movement as well. No more Bill Gates or Steve Jobs dictating to you what kind of functions you should have or not have and what you as a user need or do not need. Linux gives you pure freedom to download, copy, modify and distribute. This fantastic concept puts Linux far ahead of Windows and Mac OS and when people realize its potential implications they are amazed. The computer software business is no longer what it used to be as it continuously changes and adapts. No more restrictions, limitations and monopolies but only freedom. A lot of individuals are tired of large corporations who try to limit the end user and dictate the terms of use to them. These people use Linux not only because it has many great features and strengths but also as a political statement against the status quo.

Software does not have to be expensive, limiting and restrictive. Using Linux as an operating system is a political statement that tells the large corporations and the creators of restrictive proprietary software that there is a different way.

Great Torrent Site

2010-07-21T14:34:00.002-04:00

KickAssTorrents is a great site to download videos, audio and many other large files. It is ad-free and has a very clean interface. This site has become very popular recently and it keeps growing its client base. If you like downloading torrents then this site is something that you should definitely have in your bookmarks. Check out KickAssTorrents and let us know what you think.

Why have you switched to GNU/Linux?

2010-06-26T20:05:00.005-04:00

A long time ago when I was using Windows I realized that many applications were trying to constrain me from doing certain tasks. I was unable to play a certain format or had to install applications that I did not want on my system. I started to think critically as to why I am using Windows and if there is some kind of alternative that I could use instead. Prior to this, I used Mac OS but I knew that both operating systems are proprietary and want to limit the end user. I got tired of being manipulated to use a particular application and having bloatware already pre-installed on my computer. After searching the Internet for alternatives to Mac OS and Windows I found this really cool concept that is called Linux. I didn't know much about the OS but gave it a shot. I played around with several distributions till I found one that fit my needs. When I started using Linux, which was more than a decade ago it was still relatively hard to use and it was mostly for hobbyists. However, it was the concept of open source that kept me intrigued. I loved the fact that no single company such as Microsoft or Apple had any of their applications installed on my computer. I had the power for the first time to modify my system as thoroughly as I wanted, from little tweaks to major changes that required know-how. Today, I am happy that I switched to Linux full time. My system is fast, reliable and very stable. Linux enables the end user to finally have a lot of power. Over the years I have seen Linux mature and evolve. It has developed from something basic and geeky to a full featured operating system that anyone can use. The Linux operating system is ready for anyone who is searching for an alternative to expensive and proprietary software.

Everyone has a different story why they switched to Linux. I would like to hear your story and why you made the switch. Was it financial, political, technical or other? Are you using Linux on a Server, Desktop, Netbook or another device? Please leave your comments below.

So you want to be a Hacker?

2010-06-16T07:56:00.002-04:00

Linux is a great operating system to learn about network security. If you are interested in learning more about the information security field then Back Track Linux distribution is something you should definitely try. The latest stable release is Back Track 4 which was released on January 9th 2010 and includes the most comprehensive security related tools. Back Track 4 is not only geared towards professionals but for all types of skill levels. You can use Back Track as your primary OS or boot it from live DVD or a thumb drive. It is a very popular penetration testing distro which allows you to learn about network vulnerability and many other related security issues. It includes tons of applications and is based on the Ubuntu distribution. To download Back Track 4 go to their website.

Good bye Microsoft!

2010-06-16T07:15:00.001-04:00

Even though today most desktop and laptop computers are still using Microsoft Windows, there is a huge shift occurring in the computer industry. With the latest announcement that Google is banning Microsoft Windows in its workplace and shifting to alternative operating systems such as Mac OS X and Linux, things for Microsoft are not looking very good. With Linux already being a mature OS, it can definitely go head to head with Microsoft Windows and Mac OS as well. Pressure on Microsoft Windows is not only occurring from the desktop, laptop and netbook market but also from many other devices such as Tablet PCs and smartphones. Today, a lot of people do not connect to the Internet only through PC's but through many different technologies. It is these new technologies that along with alternative operating systems such as Mac OS and Linux are lowering the usage of Microsoft Windows overall. With the release of Google Chrome OS at the end of the year, Linux will take even more market share away from Windows. It seems that Microsoft is slowly fading from its dominant position and loosing its monopoly. Only through innovation will Microsoft be able to defend its place but it seems that this is very unlikely. Microsoft has become too big and sluggish. It is time to bid Microsoft good bye and embrace the up and coming alternatives.

Yauba - Privacy safe search engine

2010-05-04T17:10:00.003-04:00

Yauba is a search engine that focuses on users security and privacy. Launched in 2009, Yauba is a real time search engine from India. According to their site the search engine does not keep any record of your search terms, browsing history or any personal identifiable information. They periodically erase private information from their servers so you can stay anonymous. Currently Yauba is in Beta and is available in several different languages. Give Yauba a try and let us know what you think.

Yauba.com

World of Padman

2010-05-03T19:13:00.004-04:00

World Of Padman is a great first person shooter game. Initial release date was in 2007 and it has become very popular among the Linux community since then. World Of Padman works great on Windows, Mac OS and GNU/Linux. It is unique from the other FPS games and is open source. This is a cartoon style game that is very adorable and has awesome 3D graphics. A single player mode is not yet implemented but you can go into multiplayer and add some bots. Also, you can play offline against these bots or play online against other realtime players. There are plenty of different guns to choose from and many aesthetically pleasing maps. The game is fun, fast and addictive. If you want to see a preview check out the video here. Otherwise go to their website and download the WOP game. You will have tons of fun with this gorgeous first person shooter. Enjoy!

World Of Padman website.

Gutenberg Free E-books for everyone

2010-04-12T12:17:00.001-04:00

What is this Linux thingy and why should I care?

2010-03-20T12:19:00.003-04:00

Linux is a free operating system just like Windows or Mac OS. The great thing about Linux is that it is completely free to download and use. I am shocked when I see people going into computer stores and paying hundreds of dollars for Windows. Most people do not know about Linux because there is no single company behind the project. It is a community effort and many individuals, companies and organizations are involved to bring you this amazing OS. Anyone can download the operating system for free and get access to thousands of free software. The Linux community is growing and the programs are high quality as well. Because Linux does not advertise as extensively as Windows or Mac computers it is sometimes difficult for the average user to learn about Linux. If you want to see a quick and easy video of what Linux looks like click here. A more visual feature rich Linux looks like this. There are also some nice screenshots that you can check out. The great thing about Linux is that you can customize almost anything about it and make it look like your own artistic creation. Don't listen to large companies that are trying to put down Linux because they have their own bottom line in mind. They don't want people to learn about Linux because they would not be able to charge the average person so much money for an operating system. You be the judge for yourself and give Linux a try. There are many different Linux distributions to choose from but a great one to start of is Ubuntu Linux. It's fast, easy, intuitive and has lots of support from a great community of people. Later on if you learn a little bit more about Linux you can move on to other distributions. Each distribution is geared towards a different user and you are bound to find one that fits your needs. Open Source software is changing the computer industry and allowing the average user to have more power without being locked in and constrained by large corporations that use patents, licenses and other methods to limit your use of software.

Torrent Freak

2010-03-20T12:00:00.004-04:00

Fav4 start up page

2010-03-20T11:53:00.002-04:00

Are you tired of the same start up page on your browser? Do you want something new, uncluttered and chic? Try out Fav4.org. This start up page is plain and simple, not like most cluttered sites that want to bombard you with links and ads. Fav4 allows you to choose four of your favorite websites as icons on their start up screen. There are additional features coming but I really like the simplicity and uncluttered space they provide.

PlayDeb - Games for your Ubuntu Linux

2010-02-18T11:17:00.001-05:00

PlayDeb is a nice website that lists games for your Ubuntu Linux. A lot of people are new to Linux and want to know more about games. This site is easy to use and you can find some pretty cool games to spend your weekend on. Gaming for Linux is improving and with more people switching to this operating system more great games will be launched. Check out PlayDeb.net and start gaming on Linux.

XBMC: Free media center for your computer

2010-01-20T12:09:00.004-05:00

Sabayon: the cutest, free operating system

2010-01-07T15:30:00.004-05:00

Sabayon is a Gentoo based Linux distribution created by Fabio Erculiani and many other developers. Its slogan is; open your source, open your mind. It is a stylish and cute Linux distribution that has been getting a lot of attention recently and its community has been growing as well. You can get Sabayon with Gnome or Kde and a live DVD is also available so that you can try out the operating system before installing it. Sabayon looks great and comes with many applications such as Compiz, XBMC media center, VLC media player and many others. If you want a great looking and stable Linux distribution head over to Sabayon website to learn more.

Sabayon Linux.

Christmas Torrent Site Roundup.

2009-12-22T13:15:00.006-05:00

This is our Christmas roundup of great torrent sites for you to enjoy. Sit back drink some eggnog and check out the cool features and content these sites have to offer. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. If you know of another great torrent site just list it in the comments section below. Thanks.

Mininova - The Ultimate Bittorent Source

Demonoid - Private but you can download the latest torrents even without registration

ScrapeTorrent - Searches several popular torrent sites

SeedPeer - It has a verified torrent section

ISOhunt - Comprehensive bittorent search

Torrent Reactor - The most active torrents on the web

BTjunkie - Large bittorent search

Torrent Scan - Another search engine of popular torrent sites

Sumo Torrent - Fresh torrent source

Torrentz - Nice bittorent search

Torrent Box - A very good source

Fenopy - Yet another site for torrents

Share Reactor - Indexes bittorent and edonkey P2P

Torrent Matrix - Latest bittorent files

Bitenova - Add comments and rate torrents

Spynova - Indexes torrents

Top 5 Linux Wallpapers

2009-12-15T15:28:00.003-05:00

Demonoid is back online.

2009-12-15T14:49:00.003-05:00

Demonoid is a popular and amazing torrent website. It is finally back after months of being offline. Hopefully the new administrator will make the Demonoid site as notorious as it was before. Click here to visit the Demonoid tracker site.

Keep up with the many distros.

2009-11-15T14:55:00.003-05:00

Bill Gates or Hitler, LOL!

2009-11-13T13:20:00.003-05:00

They know our weakness.

2009-11-12T13:45:00.000-05:00

Free and Open Source video editor

2009-11-12T13:36:00.002-05:00

Kdenlive is a free and open source video editor for Linux. Its goal is flexibility and ease of use. Kdenlive supports major video formats and 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratios. It is licensed under the GNU general public license version 2. The latest stable release is 0.76 as of October 8, 2009. There are many audio and video effects ranging from volume adjustment to video blurring. Check out Kdenlive for yourself at their website.

Go Open Source Or Go Home

2009-10-18T12:18:00.002-04:00

The growth of Linux in developing regions.

2009-10-17T15:50:00.003-04:00

Since I started my Blog I noticed an interesting trend. A lot of the readers and individuals who link to my Blog are from developing regions around the world such as China, India, Indonesia and Central/South America. However, most of the time when I am writing about Linux I am concentrating on the North American and European market and there is a huge audience that I am not targeting mainly due to the fact that I don't know much about these regions. One thing is for sure though, while the adoption of Linux is surely increasing in the "West", the future of Linux growth will certainly come from the developing world as well.

China has more internet users than the United States even though the penetration of the internet is high in the U.S. but is still low in China. This means that China has a huge growth potential in this area. Most of us are aware that China uses a lot of pirated software but in recent years the government has been trying to crack down on it. So the trend that is occurring now is that instead of people and businesses purchasing genuine copies of Windows, they are switching to Linux. This might be both a cost issue and the fact that Linux is a great alternative to Windows. With its huge population of 1.3 billion people, the Chinese market will definitely increase the presence of Linux in the world. Even the Chinese government has its own version of Linux because they like the fact that they can see the source code of Linux for political and security reasons...

Indonesia and India are other countries that are linking to my Blog as there seems to be interest about Linux in these countries as well. This might stem from Linux being cost effective or having low hardware requirements. Just like China, these countries have a large population. Indonesia has 240 million people and India has 1.1 billion. There is a huge growth potential because the penetration of the internet is still very low as well.

Even though majority of the time I am focusing on the North American and European market there is a huge Linux user base in other regions of the globe as well. China, India and Indonesia all have a viable Linux market and in the future it will surely increase. The growth of Linux is occurring in the "West" but the developing world will also play a huge role in this trend.

Are you from Asia or are you knowledgeable about the region? What can you tell us about the adoption of Linux? Are people using Linux for political reasons, cost effectiveness or low hardware requirement reasons? What is the trend in the school system, government or private sphere? As more people will purchase computers and connect to the internet, do you think they will use open source or proprietary operating system?

Freedom to choose

2009-10-16T20:31:00.005-04:00

I like open source software but I think that the Linux community shouldn't try to force every application to be open source. The important thing about Linux is that we have the freedom to choose. We can choose from many different Linux distributions and applications. We as users get to say what we want installed on our computers and what we don't. However, forcing everyone to use open source software is against the idea of freedom to choose. Everyone should have a choice and if you are running Linux and you choose to run proprietary software that is your option. Linux is about choice and freedom and I think we shouldn't take that away from anyone. Even from the people who are supporting proprietary software. The Linux community needs to be a little bit more tolerant of other users as well. Linux is open source but you can run a lot of proprietary software on it. It seems that some applications especially very technical ones will never be open source. Personally I wish everything was open source but I don't want to force it on people. Lets be tolerant of proprietary software on Linux and also users freedom to choose what they want installed on their computers.

Uruguay has provided Linux laptops for students

2009-10-16T20:07:00.001-04:00

Primary school children who didn't have computers received a Linux laptop from the government. This is a nice way to minimize the digital divide between people. Technology is important in today's society and especially in education. It is important to teach children how to use computers from an early age. Having Linux running on the laptops is pretty nice too. They can learn about open source software as well. Check out the article here.

Dropbox, a nice way to store files online.

2009-10-11T12:22:00.004-04:00

The best video player out there!

2009-10-08T12:34:00.002-04:00

This Linux thing is getting out of hand.

2009-10-07T11:28:00.007-04:00

People are slowly realising that Linux is out there. They might not be installing it en masse but they are aware of it. Ten years ago if you asked someone on the street what is Linux most people would not have a clue. However, today this does not seem to be the case anymore. People know that Linux is an operating system. They might not be well informed about it or know where to get it but it is in their vocabulary. This is definitely a good thing. Slowly Linux is getting into people's consciousness even without the huge marketing of large corporations such as Microsoft and Apple computers. There is much more debate going on about Linux. Many forums, Blogs and websites dedicated to the subject. More people are trying Linux out on their systems and the good news is a lot of people are sticking with it. They are realizing that it is a very good operating system with tons of applications. The year 2010 might not be the year of the Linux desktop but as I wrote in my previous article it doesn't matter at all. The spread of Linux will not come in one year but it will be a gradual transition. Each year few more people install it and stick with it. Then they tell their friends and so on. Right now Linux is about 2% of the desktop computer market and is definitely on the increase. It is an emerging market and is changing the computer industry. Open Source has a lot of potential and is a revolution in itself. This Linux thing is getting out of hand. People are actually realising that it is a great alternative to Windows and Mac OS. They are installing Linux and sticking with it. The future for Linux looks very bright and promising.

The best anti-virus.

2009-10-04T14:28:00.023-04:00

Students, you don't need Microsoft Office.

2009-10-02T12:43:00.004-04:00

It is hilarious to be in a computer store when students are going back to school. College and University students think that they need the latest Macbook pro and that they have to purchase all this additional software. Most of the students do not need the latest and the most powerfull computers. They never use them to their full potential and they spend tons of money that they usually do not have. The back to school season is about hype and buying into certain brands. Mac computers are expensive and spending all this money seems to be ridiculous. Especially today when school tuition and books are so expensive. However, there are tons of alternatives for students to save money for themselves. You can look into buying a PC which is several hundreds of dollars cheaper and will do the same thing as a Mac. Another big business during back to school season is software. You probably noticed that when you go to a store to purchase a computer every sales person is pushing on you additional products. Most of this is software or extra warranty. However, the most important software for students is an office suite. Microsoft Office is overpriced but you can choose Openoffice which is a great alternative and is completely free. It is not a trick or a free 60 day trial that will expire on you. Anyone can download it and use it on their computer. Most of the functionality of Openoffice are more than any student will ever need. Openoffice is also compatible with Microsoft Office formats. This free office suite works on Linux, Windows and Mac OS. You can save a lot of money by choosing free software instead of expensive applications that are being pushed on you by sales people. The whole point of College or University is to make you think outside of the box and to see things differently. Do not be pressured by the marketing of large corporations that tell you that you need an expensive laptop, software and additional warranties. Try to look for alternatives such as openoffice and save your money for things that really matter. Visit the Openoffice website to learn more or to download their office suite.

Openshot video editor

2009-10-02T12:33:00.001-04:00

OpenShot is a video editor for Linux. The project was started by Jonathan Thomas in 2008. The goal of OpenShot is to be a free, stable and user friendly video editor. It is licensed under GNU general public license. OpenShot supports many video and audio file formats. You can resize, trim and cut clips. There are also video transitions with real time previews and many other features. To download OpenShot or to learn more about the application go to their website.

Neverball, fun game.

2009-09-29T18:05:00.001-04:00

Neverball is a nice game where you tilt the floor with your mouse. By tilting the floor you direct the ball towards a certain direction. There are lots of cool levels and they get harder as you play. A time limit is imposed so not only do you have to balance the ball but also watch your time. The game is very addictive and fun. Graphics are 3D and the physics are also pretty cool. Neverball works on Linux, Windows and Mac OS. Check out Neverball website here.

Synapse IM

2009-09-29T17:53:00.001-04:00

Synapse is a relatively new instant messenger client for Linux. It is still in the alpha stage but looks very nice. There doesn't seem to be any updates on the site so I am not sure what is going on. Hopefully the project is still being worked on. Check out the Synapse IM website here.

Power to the user.

2009-09-26T12:49:00.013-04:00

One great thing about Linux is that it gives a tremendous amount of power to the user. With Linux you choose one of the many great distributions that fits your needs. You can choose a distro that is filled with software or one that is lean and basic. You can modify almost anything on Linux from the GUI to the code itself. It all depends on your level of expertise or the amount of work you would like to put in. If you are just a casual Linux user there are many distributions that will work right out of the box. Others require some tweaking and setting up. However, the most important thing is that no one dictates to you what you can or cannot do. You can modify and edit almost everything. You can even create your own flavour of Linux if you choose to. The end user has a huge amount of power with Linux. No constraints or limitations, just pure freedom. With proprietary software and operating systems you do not have this freedom. You are limited by the company behind them and they are the ones who dictate the rules to you. Linux is about empowering the user and giving them freedom and choice over their software. This is crucial because a lot of companies will not take the user interests as a priority but they will rather concantrate on the amount of money a product can earn them. They will try to get as much from the user as possible and only give as little as they have to. The more limitations and constraints they place on you, the more you become dependent on their software and brand. They want to lock you in so that you will have no choice but to stay with their brand and continue to use their applications. The cost of proprietary software is high and some are just a huge money grab. It is important not to give the power to the companies but instead to the users of a product. Linux is excellent in this because the user has tremendous power. Freedom and open source are a great concept.

A Tip for Software companies.

2009-09-21T17:46:00.000-04:00

It amazes me that so many times people who are in charge of large and small software companies make dumb decisions. They get nice salaries but often make decisions that come back and bite them. One good strategy for any large or small company that is lagging behind on the PC or Mac OS market is to create software for GNU/Linux. Linux is growing as a platform and has millions of users. This is an emerging market with great potential. Linux still lacks certain software, especially professional applications such as video editing and many others. There are several projects that found a huge following under the GNU/Linux platform but were not as popular under Windows or Mac OS. It is a great strategy to start creating software for GNU/Linux to gain an advantage over your competition and to gain market share. Also, to be the first in an emerging market such as Linux can prove to be very advantages and beneficial in the long run. Software companies should get their foot into the door of the Linux world before other large companies come along and reap a lot of benefits.

There are a lot of arguments that might be limiting software companies to get into Linux. One is that the GNU/Linux platform market share is too small and not worth getting into. However, because Linux is growing and gaining momentum you could find yourself left behind while other great software projects will take over your market. It is essential to be there before your competition. Currently, the Linux market is around 2% on the desktop but that is definitely increasing. The first company into an emerging market usually has the upper hand.

Another argument is that GNU/Linux is open source and there is not much money in it. It is true that Linux is open source and majority of the applications are as well. However, Linux runs proprietary software and there are many that are popular. Certain professional software will probably never be open source but the need is still there and people are willing to pay. Users of Linux have money and are willing to buy software that is of an excellent quality and will enable them to create professional projects, because they are still saving money in the long run.

In conclusion, the GNU/Linux platform is growing and it is beneficial for large and small software creators to get into the market before their competition does. This will give them an upper hand and will give them a new market to flourish in. Many people who use Linux are willing to purchase proprietary and open source software, especially if it is of a good quality and for professional use. Just because the Linux market is only 2%, it should not be overlooked, as it is an emerging market with great growth potential. Many applications have found popularity under GNU/Linux while not being so successful on Windows or the Mac OS platform.

What software companies do you think could get an upper hand or a business advantage if they started creating their software for GNU/Linux?

The Spread of Linux

2009-09-21T12:46:00.002-04:00

Cheese Webcam Application

2009-09-19T11:49:00.004-04:00

With Cheese you can use your webcam to take pictures and videos. It is open source licensed under the GNU general public license and was created by Daniel G. Siegel in 2007. There are also many effects that you can apply to your videos and pictures. Since version 2.22.0 Cheese is part of the Gnome project. It is a nice little application if you have a webcam and want to share your videos and pictures with friends. Check out their website.

Why have you switched to GNU/Linux?

2009-09-17T12:58:00.002-04:00

There are many reasons to switch to GNU/Linux. When I started out with computers Microsoft Windows already came pre-installed. I was not aware that another platform was possible. I used Windows but later on I started questioning it. A lot of the applications that came with Windows were a 30 day trial that expired or required me to purchase a full version just to use something that I though was basic. Also, I couldn't use certain files that I wanted to. I searched for alternatives and I installed Openoffice.org, VLC media player, GIMP later on Firefox and additional free and open source software. I was amazed how good these applications were. I questioned how come these applications didn't come pre-installed on my desktop? Why does Microsoft Windows bombard you with all these things you don't want or need? It seems like Microsoft was using their monopoly to push you into a certain product or direction. I was happy with my new software and learned about open source. I wanted other people to know about these alternatives and that they are available to them. However, even though I replaced a lot of the software to free and open source the platform I was still using was Microsoft Windows. I started to search for an alternative. I looked into Mac's but they were not for me. Then, I stumbled upon GNU/Linux and thought the idea of an open source operating system was amazing. I tried out several distributions and was impressed. It took me a while to understand how things work but then I liked the fact that I learned so much about computers. For the last seven years I have been using Linux and am very happy with it. I like the freedom it gives me and that I can modify almost anything on it. I am free from Microsoft Windows and I get to choose which software I want to install on my computer.

I would like this article to be more interactive and hear your opinion as to why you have switched to GNU/Linux. Did you do it for politics, cost, freedom, open source or other? How did you come to learn about Linux and what is your impression of it? Would you recommend it to other people? Let us know in the comments section below.

Slackware Linux

2009-09-17T11:43:00.004-04:00

Slackware is a free and open source operating system. It is one of the earliest and currently maintained distribution of GNU/Linux. Slackware was released in 1993 and the creator is Patrick Volkerding. Slackware is one of the most "Unix" like Linux distributions. The focus is on design stability and simplicity. The latest release version of Slackware is 13.0. The Slackware distribution is definitely not the most user friendly for beginners but it is a very good distro. If you are looking to expand your knowledge of GNU/Linux than try out Slackware. It has a long history and a very strong following. Slackware is reliable, stable and has good performance. The latest release 13.0 has support for 64 bit architecture. The installation is text based and Slackware uses the KDE 4.0 graphical desktop enviornment. To download Slackware go to their website. Just don't forget that it is not the most user friendly distribution to start off with for new people to GNU/Linux.

Mac computers are restrictive.

2009-09-16T15:20:00.001-04:00

Now that University classes have started I see a lot of students with new Apple laptops. It seems that half of the student population own a Mac. Few years back you would never see so many Apple computers as you do today on campus. Mac's are definitely very popular especially with the University crowd. I do understand that Apple is very good at marketing their products. There is a big appeal to the Apple brand as cool and chic. I am amazed how huge Mac's have become. It seems that a lot of people want to get their hands on these sleek and aesthetically attractive computers. In a certain way I am happy that Apple is having such success because they are taking market share away from Microsoft Windows. However, I am not sure if this is all a good thing. The GNU/Linux community is always getting at Microsoft and we seldom talk about Apple. I personally think that Apple computers might be a bad direction that we are heading into. Yes, Mac's are very cool and stylish but coming from the free and open source software community Apple is wrong on many levels. Most of the Apple software is proprietary, expensive and restrictive to the user. Not only is Apple very protective about its market they often mistreat others who would like a chance as well. They have banned a lot of applications from the app store for the most ridiculous reasons. The success of Apple computers is good in a certain way but detrimental to the free and open source community. Apple not only creates its own software but also all the hardware. It controls almost everything in the manufacturing process. Microsoft Windows on the other hand is just an operating system and the hardware is provided from someone else. This distributes the power to several companies.

Personally I am not very happy that people are easily manipulated and are jumping on the fad of having a Mac. It does not give them freedom as an end user and costs way too much. A person is buying into the brand rather than actual need of the user. There are amazing PC laptop computers that you can buy for $600 comparing to Apple latops that are usually around $1300 and more. Apple computers are overpriced, proprietary, restrictive and protectionist. This might not be a good direction to be heading into. Could Apple prove to be even more restrictive and opressive than Microsoft?

I would like to hear your opinion on the success of Apple. It seems that Mac's are selling like hot cakes and the market share is increasing quite a bit. Do you think this is good or a bad thing for the free and open source community?

Linus Torvalds

2009-09-14T17:01:00.004-04:00

Linus Torvalds was born in Helsinki, Finland Dec. 28, 1969. He was the creator of the Linux kernel which he started in 1991. Linus released the kernel under GNU GPL. Today he is the linux project coordinator. He personally wrote about 2% of the Linux kernel himself but there are thousands of people who contribute. He has been called the benevelont dictator of Linux. He is not as political as Richard Stallman and usually focuses on the workings of the Linux kernel rather than free and open source software politics. Torvalds is the one who also chose the Penguin as a mascot for Linux. Linus owns the trademark for Linux in the U.S. Torvalds also has his own blog and you can check it out here. It is nice that Linus has released his kernel under the GNU GPL. He even mentioned that releasing the Linux Kernel under the GNU general public license is one of the best things he did. Thank you Linus for starting the Linux kernel project.

Top IM clients for Linux.

2009-09-11T16:02:00.008-04:00

Instant Messaging is an easy and convenient way to stay in touch with people. Here is a list of good IM applications for GNU/Linux.

Kopete - Multi protocol support

Pidgin - Universal chat client

Emesene - Great MSN messenger client

Empathy - Supports text, voice and video

aMSN - free and open source MSN messenger client

Mercury - Java/MSN application

Psi - Cross platform Jabber Client

Kmess - Another MSN messenger for Linux

Skype - Instant Messaging and VOIP

If you know of others that are good please leave them in the comments section below.

Its about the market share.

2009-09-06T17:09:00.004-04:00

Some people argue that the market share of an OS is not very important and that we should not try to switch people over to GNU/Linux. They argue that the GNU/Linux project is fine with the small market share it currently has. According to me, the market share of an OS is very crucial and we need to get more people on board.

The Linux market share today is around two percent on desktop computers and slowly growing. In contrast, Windows is around eighty eight percent and Mac OS is nine percent. The more people use a particular OS the more they all benefit as a community. GNU/Linux has been marginalized for a very long time because its market share is negligible. Software and hardware manufacturers were able to ignore Linux in the past but today things seem to be shifting slightly. Now that GNU/Linux is being adopted by more users you can see that companies and people are taking notice. A lot more software and hardware is being created for GNU/Linux and people are realizing that there is a huge potential in this expanding market.

If GNU/Linux would be able to get a larger market share on the desktop, lets say around ten or fifteen percent, it would be a huge win for the community. Not only would it show that we are doing something right but companies would have to create software and hardware that is compatible with Linux. The larger the market share, the more support for the operating system we would have. People would demand certain products for Linux and companies would have no choice but to oblige or lose to competition. With a larger market share we would have more clout and leverage against large and established companies. There is power in numbers and this applies to GNU/Linux as well.

Currently we are still hoping for certain companies to produce their products for Linux. However, if we would have a larger market share then these companies would be competing and trying very hard to be on the GNU/Linux platform.

The good news is that Linux is slowly growing and a lot more individuals are starting to switch over. They are realizing that GNU/Linux is a good operating system and that it is suitable for the average user. Now, all we need is to gain a larger market share so that companies realize that Linux is a strong force in the computer industry. The larger we are the more attention we get. The market share of GNU/Linux is important and hopefully it will continue to increase.

How to convert non-techies to Linux.

2009-09-03T15:04:00.005-04:00

Linux has come a long way and today it is ready to be used by non technical users as well. A lot of individuals are not happy with Windows and are looking for an alternative. The problem is that because these users are not very interested in computers, they are not aware of Linux as an alternative. These people are also a little skeptical and nervous when they are going to change their computer OS to something new. They are worried that they will not know how to use it and that it will be too difficult to learn. There are some drawbacks to Linux and it is important that you let the user know. However, Linux is ready for the mass market and for the non technical users.

To start off you need to choose a distribution that is easy to use for a newcomer. If you choose a very difficult one that needs a lot of tweaking and setting up, they will get disappointed. This can lead them to believe that Linux is bad but really they have been exposed to a wrong distribution that is not geared towards their needs. Mint Linux, Fedora and Ubuntu are a good choice for new non technical users. Personally, I prefer Ubuntu but it is up to you to decide what they will benefit from.

The good thing about these distributions is that they already come pre-installed with important software. Openoffice is essential for document creation and GIMP is good for graphics editing. Skype is important too. I know, you are going to say that Skype is proprietary. Most users that I have converted to Linux always want Skype pre-installed. It is important that we do not use our ideology to limit their OS. We need to give new users what they want. If they want proprietary software on Linux then give it to them. Most non technical users do not care about open source software. Sad but true. All they want is an OS that will function as easily as possible and allow them to do the things they are used to. Make sure that all of the important applications are pre-installed and the new user has to tweak as little as possible. The less the better. Ask them what software they were using on Windows and try to give them alternatives for Linux. You can also install Wine so that they can use some Windows applications as well if a viable alternative is not present.

Eyecandy is also very important. Most new and non technical users are not interested in code. What they see is the GUI. Make their distro look very cool and pretty and they will fall in love with it. You can get themes from Gnomelook.org. Lots of people like Apple computers because of aesthetics. This might seem superficial to you but we are talking about the non technical users switching over to Linux. Another great application is Compiz. If their computer is powerful enough you can give them excellent eyecandy with compiz. With themes and cool 3D effects you will be able to make their Linux desktop nicer than Windows or Mac OS. Show them a little razzle dazzle.

The most important thing of all has to be support. You don't just want to install everything for them and then leave them to it. They will have a lot of questions. Some might be ridiculous but it is important to give new users plenty of support. You need to show them where everything is in Linux. How to access applications and how to install and delete them. You will have to tell them about the different way Linux works and also about the open source formats that they might not be familiar with. If you don't give follow up support to a non techy they will be frustrated with Linux and might dislike it for a ridiculous reason. It is important to teach them about the OS and let them know that it works differently than Windows.

So, in conclusion the most important thing is to choose a proper distribution that is geared towards beginners. Make sure they have all the applications pre-installed that they will be using even if they are proprietary. Linux should just work for them. After that, make sure to give them nice eyecandy so that they will be impressed and fall in love with their aesthetically appealing OS. The last but not least is to give them support from start to finish. Do not leave them to figure things out on their own because they will get frustrated and confused. Linux is a great operating system and it is ready for non technical users as well. Just make sure to introduce them to Linux in an appropriate way and they will enjoy the experience. Once they go Linux they don't go back. 8-)

Lets work together.

2009-09-01T11:33:00.006-04:00

The Linux community is very fragmented. This does not have to be a bad thing at all. Diversity is important for innovation and choice for users. However, because there are so many different projects, people sometimes get at other Linux users within the community. If you have your own opinion or are doing things differently, other people will get at you. Most of the Linux users already have enough opposition from Windows and Mac OS diehards and they don't need more from their own community of GNU/Linux. We are all in this together and we want to promote Linux to as many people as possible. It does not help when other individuals are bashing you because you are using a different distribution than they are or think in a different way. Tolerance is crucial in a diverse community. We need to respect each other's opinions instead of bashing one another.

It is also sad to see that some people are getting at new users of Linux. We need to be welcoming and helpful instead of arrogant and exclusive. New users need our help to find solutions and figure Linux out. We cannot bring them in, chew them up, and spit them out. People are not going to switch over if we are constantly fighting ourselves and being rude to newcomers.

This internal bickering within the Linux community is not very helpful and often brings projects to a halt. We need to realize that working together is more important than working against each other. We are fragmented but that doesn't mean it has to be a negative thing. Lets make our diversity in the GNU/Linux community a positive point and work together to promote GNU/Linux as a whole. It is an excellent concept that keeps growing and flourishing. Tolerance of each other and acceptance of new users is essential. Peace, love and Linux.

Top Linux Games

2009-08-29T11:16:00.002-04:00

There are a lot of great games for Linux. Check out our list of free games. Tons of fun and very addictive. Enjoy!

1. Warzone 2100 - Great real time strategy game

2. Nexuiz - Amazing first person shooter

3. TORCS - 3D racing car game

4. Glest - medieval era strategy game

5. Assualt Cube - cool first person shooter

6. Yo Frankie! - cute game and nice graphics

7. Urban Terror - great multiplayer game

8. Cube 2 Sauerbraten - popular FPS

9. Tremulous - FPS with elements of RTS

10. World Of Padman - amazing graphics

11. Wormux - Funny battle game

12. Scorched - 3D artillery game

13. Trigger - great car rally game

14. Alien arena - Another great FPS

15. Secret Maryo Chronicles - classic sidescroller game

16. X-Moto - simple graphics but lots of fun

17. Frozen Bubble - arcade game

18. Bos Wars - futuristic RTS

19. Freeciv - turn based strategy game

20. Flight Gear - free flight simulator

21. Hedge Wars - Fun and addictive game

22. Warsow - Fast paced FPS

23. Chromium - 2D arcade scroller

24. Supertuxkart - racing game

Great place for Linux news.

2009-08-29T10:07:00.004-04:00

Linux news is a very popular site. It features great articles about open source software. The topics range from educational to politics. If you are interested in the latest Linux news than you should bookmark this site. Also, you can create an account and add stories that you find on the internet about GNU/Linux and open source. The editors will look over your submitted story and if it is good they will publish it. Check out the Linux news website.

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