Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology are helping the U.S. military analyze and develop the advantages of open-source software -- programs that make their source code open to others so it can be changed and improved. Bringing many minds to bear on a given program can lead to software that is both high quality and low cost, or even free.
Read more »Military Adoption of Open-Source Software May Increase Flexibility and Lower Cost
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Python Development Masterclass
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It may seem like Python is just another scripting language, but know that when you are using Linux, the chances are there is some Python code working backstage helping you. Among other things, this article looks into the versatile nature of Python and its many uses…
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Going fast with DWM
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If there was any justice in this world, there would be two cars parked in my driveway. One would be a 1977 Ferrari 308 GTS. The other would be a midnight blue BMW M3 convertible with all the amenities. I'd want the leather seats and power everything.
Read more »OpenBSD — I'm back (and I'd like to think you care ... but I know you don't)
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You've got to love OpenBSD's install process. OK, you don't have to love it, but it has its advantages. Whether it's painless or painful (and that depends on your perspective and familiarity with it), it is over quickly. Very quickly. You can probably go from boot to Fvwm2 desktop in less than 10 minutes. Take that (fill in the blank)!
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The Ubuntu Software Management- A little clarification
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One of the greatest strengths of Linux over other OS is the centralized software and update management tools that come built in. However, I noted a common misconception.
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Using ALSA to Control Linux Audio
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ALSA has been the default Linux sound system for many years, and it is a perfectly capable audio subsystem even in this modern era of fancy new things. Carla Schroder shows us how to to control Linux audio with ALSA.
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U.S. military adopts more open source: is that secure enough for you?
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The U.S. military and researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology are putting their heads together to help the military adopt more open source software. The military wants in on the cost savings, speed and flexibility which OSS offers to users, as opposed to being stuck waiting on proprietary software vendors to modified their tools when changes are needed.
Read more »Study: GNU/Linux Users Less Sympathetic Towards Apple
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Analysis or a survey shows that among people who are conscious of freedom Apple is very much distrusted
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GNOME Census
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Today at GUADEC I presented the results of the GNOME Census, a project we have been working on for a while. For as long as I have been involved in GNOME, press, analysts, potential partners and advisory board members have been asking us: How big is GNOME?
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Android vs iPhone vs Palm Pre vs Maemo
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We've looked at three Linux-based phones that give the iPhone a run for its money. There's the Palm Pre, running WebOS; Nokia's Maemo 5-based N900, and the HTC Legend, running Android. Each is a strong challenger to Apple's device, and they beat it today in significant areas. So, which is best for you?
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MeeGo Selected to Power In-Vehicle Infotainment Devices
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GENIVI, a nonprofit organization setup by car manufacturers and chip makers, has announced that MeeGo will be the platform for future In-Vehicle Infotainment devices.
Read more »Novell Appoints Leading Member of the KDE Marketing Team as OpenSUSE Community Manager
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A prominent member of the KDE project is picked by Novell to serve as a promoter of OpenSUSE
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Killed by (non-open) code : Group Wants Implantable Device Software to be Open Source
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More than one-fourth of defective implantable medical devices discovered this year were probably the result of bugs in the software used to control them, a group advocating open source software claimed in a report that argues against the use of proprietary code in the life-saving products.
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Google and Verizon Near Deal on Web Pay Tiers
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"Google and Verizon, two leading players in Internet service and content, are nearing an agreement that could allow Verizon to speed some online content to Internet users more quickly if the content’s creators are willing to pay for the privilege..."
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Next generation OpenGL compositing in KDE 4.6
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I want to give an overview on what I am planning and working on for KWin in KDE SC 4.6. The big topic for 4.6 is performance –
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