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Techradar's Best power user Linux distros in 2017: 5 reviewed and rated
The Linux power user is a celebrated breed, and one that does not simply burst fully-formed from the earth. All newbies must toil long and hard with their Linux installations before they can describe themselves as one.
At the very least, the power user will have a great degree of skill concerning all things Linux, whether it's the kernel, Bash or package management systems – and they won’t be afraid to get their hands dirty in the name of configuring the system.
It seems, in many ways, that power users are a dying breed. Almost all modern Linux distributions require little effort to get up and running, or to install new software or configure basic functionality. By definition, no power user will want to run any of these distros. This is why, despite their popularity, the likes of Ubuntu and Mint are not featured here.
My note: This should satisfy the Arch and Slackware users out there, and help explain to the Ubuntu and Mint users out there why the Arch and Slackware users make the comments they sometimes do. It's the 4x4 vs coupe users ;-)
See http://www.techradar.com/news/best-power-user-linux-distros-in-2017-5-reviewed-and-rated
The Linux power user is a celebrated breed, and one that does not simply burst fully-formed from the earth. All newbies must toil long and hard with their Linux installations before they can describe themselves as one.
At the very least, the power user will have a great degree of skill concerning all things Linux, whether it's the kernel, Bash or package management systems – and they won’t be afraid to get their hands dirty in the name of configuring the system.
It seems, in many ways, that power users are a dying breed. Almost all modern Linux distributions require little effort to get up and running, or to install new software or configure basic functionality. By definition, no power user will want to run any of these distros. This is why, despite their popularity, the likes of Ubuntu and Mint are not featured here.
My note: This should satisfy the Arch and Slackware users out there, and help explain to the Ubuntu and Mint users out there why the Arch and Slackware users make the comments they sometimes do. It's the 4x4 vs coupe users ;-)
See http://www.techradar.com/news/best-power-user-linux-distros-in-2017-5-reviewed-and-rated
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How to Get Newer Kernels on Ubuntu
One of the strengths of Ubuntu is its stability. Each bit of software included inside releases are vigorously tested. They are essentially “snapshots” in time. Everything stays stable. This method has proven to be very effective. Ubuntu is used heavily in work and production environments as a result of this. This is great for most users, but for advanced users looking to get the latest and the greatest, this can be a bit of a drawback.
Since this issue is one that power users on Ubuntu have complained about, a developer has come along and created software to solve this problem Ubuntu Kernel Update Utility (UKUU) allows users to install newer versions of the Linux kernel by taking kernels that are currently in development by the Ubuntu team and installing them directly to Ubuntu.
Caution: only install newer kernels if you know what you are doing!
See https://www.maketecheasier.com/get-newer-kernels-on-ubuntu/
One of the strengths of Ubuntu is its stability. Each bit of software included inside releases are vigorously tested. They are essentially “snapshots” in time. Everything stays stable. This method has proven to be very effective. Ubuntu is used heavily in work and production environments as a result of this. This is great for most users, but for advanced users looking to get the latest and the greatest, this can be a bit of a drawback.
Since this issue is one that power users on Ubuntu have complained about, a developer has come along and created software to solve this problem Ubuntu Kernel Update Utility (UKUU) allows users to install newer versions of the Linux kernel by taking kernels that are currently in development by the Ubuntu team and installing them directly to Ubuntu.
Caution: only install newer kernels if you know what you are doing!
See https://www.maketecheasier.com/get-newer-kernels-on-ubuntu/
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The ‘New’ Microsoft is Still Acting Like a Dangerous Cult in an Effort to Hijack and/or Undermine All Free/Open Source Software
Summary: In an effort to combat any large deployment of non-Microsoft software, the company goes personal and attempts to overthrow even management that is not receptive to Microsoft’s agenda
“Linux infestations are being uncovered in many of our large accounts as part of the escalation engagements.” –Microsoft Confidential (http://techrights.org/2009/01/04/microsoft-edgi-secrets/)
Over the years Techrights has covered examples of Microsoft retribution against individuals and organisations that were viewed as “enemies” of Microsoft. To Microsoft, competition is “enemy”, standards are an “enemy”, and even fair competition is an “enemy”. Less than a decade ago a government delegate compared Microsoft's methods to those of “Scientology cult” (http://techrights.org/2008/04/20/scientology-microsoft/). That comparison was apt.
See http://techrights.org/2017/02/20/article-about-microsoft-cult-tactics/
Summary: In an effort to combat any large deployment of non-Microsoft software, the company goes personal and attempts to overthrow even management that is not receptive to Microsoft’s agenda
“Linux infestations are being uncovered in many of our large accounts as part of the escalation engagements.” –Microsoft Confidential (http://techrights.org/2009/01/04/microsoft-edgi-secrets/)
Over the years Techrights has covered examples of Microsoft retribution against individuals and organisations that were viewed as “enemies” of Microsoft. To Microsoft, competition is “enemy”, standards are an “enemy”, and even fair competition is an “enemy”. Less than a decade ago a government delegate compared Microsoft's methods to those of “Scientology cult” (http://techrights.org/2008/04/20/scientology-microsoft/). That comparison was apt.
See http://techrights.org/2017/02/20/article-about-microsoft-cult-tactics/
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Drupal-based farmOS manages food, farmers, and community
FarmOS is a Drupal-based software project aimed at easing the day-to-day management of a farm. It allows different roles to be assigned to managers, workers, and viewers. Managers can monitor how things are going with access to the whole system, workers can use the record-keeping tools, and viewers have read-only access to, for example, certify the farm's records.
Fourteen modules are currently being developed, including Farm Access, Farm Admin, Farm Asset, Farm Crop, and more.
More details at https://opensource.com/life/15/11/farmos-drupal-based-farm-management-solution?sc_cid=701600000011jJaAAI
FarmOS is a Drupal-based software project aimed at easing the day-to-day management of a farm. It allows different roles to be assigned to managers, workers, and viewers. Managers can monitor how things are going with access to the whole system, workers can use the record-keeping tools, and viewers have read-only access to, for example, certify the farm's records.
Fourteen modules are currently being developed, including Farm Access, Farm Admin, Farm Asset, Farm Crop, and more.
More details at https://opensource.com/life/15/11/farmos-drupal-based-farm-management-solution?sc_cid=701600000011jJaAAI
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SAP license fees are due even for indirect users, court says
It's what happens when you don't have the freedom of open source software... proprietary software can have current or future catches in their licensing models. The current case being like the example of SAP here, and the future being where Microsoft changed its licensing model for its MSSQL database licensing and companies had to suddenly fork out more cash which they had not planned for.
From the article: SAP's named-user licensing fees apply even to related applications that only offer users indirect visibility of SAP data, a U.K. judge ruled Thursday in a case pitting SAP against Diageo, the alcoholic beverage giant behind Smirnoff vodka and Guinness beer. The consequences could be far-reaching for businesses that have integrated their customer-facing systems with an SAP database, potentially leaving them liable for license fees for every customer that accesses their online store.
See http://www.networkworld.com/article/3170998/cloud-computing/sap-license-fees-are-due-even-for-indirect-users-court-says.html
It's what happens when you don't have the freedom of open source software... proprietary software can have current or future catches in their licensing models. The current case being like the example of SAP here, and the future being where Microsoft changed its licensing model for its MSSQL database licensing and companies had to suddenly fork out more cash which they had not planned for.
From the article: SAP's named-user licensing fees apply even to related applications that only offer users indirect visibility of SAP data, a U.K. judge ruled Thursday in a case pitting SAP against Diageo, the alcoholic beverage giant behind Smirnoff vodka and Guinness beer. The consequences could be far-reaching for businesses that have integrated their customer-facing systems with an SAP database, potentially leaving them liable for license fees for every customer that accesses their online store.
See http://www.networkworld.com/article/3170998/cloud-computing/sap-license-fees-are-due-even-for-indirect-users-court-says.html
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Dear parents: Let your kids use open source software
A 16-year-old boy recently asked the r/Linux community for advice. When his parents discovered that he'd reloaded his laptop with Linux, they were horrified—after all, this "free" software must certainly be riddled with viruses and/or hackers. It didn't help matters any that he'd "ruined" an expensive gift, and was no longer using some of the expensive software that had been purchased with it. He tried to talk to them about it, but it was tough—he was the teenager; they were the adults.
With the help of information and advice from the Reddit community, that young man talked to his parents again and helped set most of their concerns to rest. The open letter you're reading right now is for the other parents out there who have discovered their children are using free and open source software, and aren't sure what it is, or whether using it is a good idea.
Read the open letter at https://opensource.com/life/15/12/dear-parents-let-your-kids-use-open-source-software?sc_cid=701600000011jJaAAI
A 16-year-old boy recently asked the r/Linux community for advice. When his parents discovered that he'd reloaded his laptop with Linux, they were horrified—after all, this "free" software must certainly be riddled with viruses and/or hackers. It didn't help matters any that he'd "ruined" an expensive gift, and was no longer using some of the expensive software that had been purchased with it. He tried to talk to them about it, but it was tough—he was the teenager; they were the adults.
With the help of information and advice from the Reddit community, that young man talked to his parents again and helped set most of their concerns to rest. The open letter you're reading right now is for the other parents out there who have discovered their children are using free and open source software, and aren't sure what it is, or whether using it is a good idea.
Read the open letter at https://opensource.com/life/15/12/dear-parents-let-your-kids-use-open-source-software?sc_cid=701600000011jJaAAI
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Linux Foundation releases business open source basics ebook
Want to know how your business can get the most from open source? This free ebook can help.
Topics in this free publication include:
- What is Open Source Software (OSS)?
- Why do companies use OSS?
- Why is OSS faster, lower cost, and more flexible?
- Operational challenges to using OSS
- OSS licenses
This book helps business executives, the legal team, software architects, software developers, software maintainers, and product managers understand open source's key aspects. Many organizations use open source to speed up the delivery of software and hardware solutions. It gives them quick access to industry leading software, simple deployment, elimination of lengthy tender processes and ease of customization.
See http://www.zdnet.com/article/linux-foundation-releases-business-open-source-basics-ebook/#ftag=RSSbaffb68. You can find the book itself at http://go.linuxfoundation.org/LCF210-OpenSourceManagement.
Want to know how your business can get the most from open source? This free ebook can help.
Topics in this free publication include:
- What is Open Source Software (OSS)?
- Why do companies use OSS?
- Why is OSS faster, lower cost, and more flexible?
- Operational challenges to using OSS
- OSS licenses
This book helps business executives, the legal team, software architects, software developers, software maintainers, and product managers understand open source's key aspects. Many organizations use open source to speed up the delivery of software and hardware solutions. It gives them quick access to industry leading software, simple deployment, elimination of lengthy tender processes and ease of customization.
See http://www.zdnet.com/article/linux-foundation-releases-business-open-source-basics-ebook/#ftag=RSSbaffb68. You can find the book itself at http://go.linuxfoundation.org/LCF210-OpenSourceManagement.
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20+ Free eBooks To Learn Linux For Free
The answer to “how do I learn Linux” depends on what kind of Linux knowledge you are seeking. These free resources include eBooks, video courses, websites etc. And these are divided into sub-categories so that you can easily find what you are looking for when you seek to learn Linux.
See https://itsfoss.com/learn-linux-for-free/
The answer to “how do I learn Linux” depends on what kind of Linux knowledge you are seeking. These free resources include eBooks, video courses, websites etc. And these are divided into sub-categories so that you can easily find what you are looking for when you seek to learn Linux.
See https://itsfoss.com/learn-linux-for-free/
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What is open source software and how do vendors make their money?
Two important thoughts:
1. In the beginning, there was open source software
2. Open source software is about way more than just "free" software, it's the freedom it brings
Read more at http://www.itpro.co.uk/desktop-software/28109/what-is-open-source#-/
Two important thoughts:
1. In the beginning, there was open source software
2. Open source software is about way more than just "free" software, it's the freedom it brings
Read more at http://www.itpro.co.uk/desktop-software/28109/what-is-open-source#-/
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GIMP 2.8.20 Open-Source Image Editor Released for Linux, macOS, and Windows
Need a free and really powerful image editor on Windows, Mac or Linux? Look no further than GIMP. Recently updated it has a few new new tweaks and improvements.
If you are more into photo editing I would highly recommend the latest version of digiKam instead (running fine on Linux Mint too). I've finally broken my habit of using Google PIcasa for photo editing as all adjustments including liquid skewing, removing geolocation, uploading to Flickr or G+ Photos is all in digiKam.
See http://news.softpedia.com/news/gimp-2-8-20-open-source-image-editor-released-for-linux-macos-and-windows-512545.shtml
Need a free and really powerful image editor on Windows, Mac or Linux? Look no further than GIMP. Recently updated it has a few new new tweaks and improvements.
If you are more into photo editing I would highly recommend the latest version of digiKam instead (running fine on Linux Mint too). I've finally broken my habit of using Google PIcasa for photo editing as all adjustments including liquid skewing, removing geolocation, uploading to Flickr or G+ Photos is all in digiKam.
See http://news.softpedia.com/news/gimp-2-8-20-open-source-image-editor-released-for-linux-macos-and-windows-512545.shtml
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