Komparator is an application, that can compare and synchronize the content of two (local or remote) folders. Contrary to popular belief this activity is popular among users of all platforms, but in Linux you have to use unfriendly console apps (such as diff) to do the job.

OTR allows you to have private conversations over instant messaging by providing encryption, authentication, and deniability. Don't want someone reading your conversations transmitted in plain text? Then this is for you

Thanks for trying KDE 4.0.x and then writing about it. It's always great when people try something for a while and then give their honest opinion on things. I'd like to address some of the issues you raise, so let's start where you started:

The "Podzilla" open source application suite was ported to a relatively inexpensive line of flash-based mp3 players. Originally developed by the iPod Linux project, the software now runs on SanDisk's $100-$150 Sansa e200 devices, reports Sebastian Duell, chief SansaLinux project developer.

Many people know that free and open source software (FOSS) plays a role in creating the technical infrastructure of developing nations and in preserving endangered languages.

Lots of people argue why I should use Linux (any distro, I prefer Ubuntu) when I am currently using Windows or Mac.

Dream Linux is a unique distribution in the fact that few other distributions ship with more than one window manager. Most choose just one window manager and stick with it. If you want something different, you'll need to install it yourself. In Dream Linux, the first thing you're greeted with when you boot the live cd is the choice between booting into Gnome, or XFCE.