Category Linux/Ubuntu

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Fedora is counting 11

Fedora is a Linux-based operating system that showcases the latest in free and open source software. Fedora is always free for anyone to use, modify, and distribute. It is built by people across the globe who work together as a…

Turn off the system beep on Ubuntu Linux

If you make/type something wrong, the PC always emits a typical system beep. Unfortunately some times, this noise is very annoying and not always desired. This problem can be solved with just a short command from Terminal Window: Turn beep…

Are you ready for Ubuntu 9.04

Upgrading from Ubuntu 8.10 To upgrade from Ubuntu 8.10 on a desktop system, press Alt+F2 and type in update-manager -d into the command box. Update Manager should open up and tell you: New distribution release ‘9.04’ is available. Click Upgrade…

The Winner of "We’re Linux" Video Contest

The winner of the "We’re Linux" contest will receive a free trip to Tokyo, Japan to participate in the Linux Foundation Japan Linux Symposium, which will co-located with the Linux Kernel Summit, in October, 2009. What Does It Mean to…

Getdeb software for Ubuntu Linux

Getdeb is more than an Ubuntu software archive. GetDeb extends the existing software options for Ubuntu Linux distributions by providing major updates and software not yet available on the official Ubuntu repositories. Items are divided in 12 categories where you…