Linux
Linux (pronounced lyn-ucks) refers to the Linux Operating System, an open source variant of the UNIX operating system. Originally conceived by Linus Torvalds, a Finnish software developer, Linux has grown in popularity among developers around the world due to its open nature and extremely customizable nature. Linux is the basis for many different hardware platforms, including servers, mobile phones and other embedded devices. Linux as a consumer operating system hasn't caught on with a mainstream audience, due largely in part to its verbose nature, though some forms of Linux have recently seen more consumer use with the proliferation of Netbooks.
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06/05/09 9:00am Computing Google Chrome Alpha builds arrive for OS X and Linux, no flash support
Google Chrome Alpha builds are now available for OS X and Linux, but Google tries to warn away everyone who isn't a developer. dig deeper
Around the web: blog.chromium.org
, Industry Standard News and Predictions
, TechRadar
, Search Engine Watch Blog
, Gizmodo (3 comments)
, Techmeme 
Profile pages: Linux, Google, YouTube, YouTube, Google Chrome, Google, Alpha
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05/18/09 12:16pm Computing Canonical quietly launches Ubuntu One, a Dropbox-like file syncing service, to controversy in the open source community
PC World: http://bit.ly/tWLCg dig deeper
Around the web: CNET News.com (1 comment)
, eCoustics (1 comment)
, Megite Technology News: What's Happening Right Now
, pcworld.com 
Profile pages: Linux, File, Linux, Beta, Ubuntu Linux, Canonical Ltd., Ubuntu One, Dropbox, Open source, Gigabyte
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04/24/09 5:45pm Computing Ubuntu 9.04 "Jaunty Jackelope" released to the Linux-loving masses
Three versions of the Linux operating system are available: Desktop, Server, and Netbook editions. dig deeper
Around the web: Gear Diary
, digg: Tech Popular
, eWeek
, news.cnet.com (83 comments)
, ubuntu.com
, ubuntu.com
, ubuntu.com 
Profile pages: Linux, Ubuntu Linux, Canonical Ltd., Linux, Operating system, Wi-Fi, 3G, optical drive, USB, Open source, Netbook
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03/03/09 7:22pm Computing IBM ZTIC module secures online banking, even from a hacked and compromised PC
The system would create a communications link between the bank's computers and a secure USB device. dig deeper
Around the web: Industry Standard News and Predictions
, PC World
, InfoWorld RSS Feed 
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02/27/09 11:32am Mobile Microsoft patent dispute with TomTom may have broad Linux implications
If upheld, some of Microsoft's patent claims could be used against almost anything running Linux. dig deeper
Around the web: PC World
, Electricpig.co.uk
, Megite Technology News: What's Happening Right Now (29 comments)
, Latest from Computerworld 
Profile pages: Linux, Microsoft, GPS, tomtom, Linux, Operating system
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02/13/09 4:54pm Computing Microsoft sued by user charged for Vista-to-XP downgrade
The class-action suit alleges Microsoft abused its position to force Vista on users. dig deeper
Around the web: TechFlash
, PC World
, seattlepi.nwsource.com (20 comments) 
Profile pages: Linux, Microsoft, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows Vista
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02/13/09 2:23pm Computing Cuba develops Nova Linux to free it from Windows
The communist nation doesn't trust that Microsoft and the U.S. government can't remotely tamper with Windows PCs. dig deeper
Around the web: CNET News.com (3 comments)
, eCoustics (11 comments)
, Megite Technology News: What's Happening Right Now
, Megite Technology News: What's Happening Right Now
, reuters.com
, Industry Standard News and Predictions
, eWeek
, DailyTech Main News Feed (3 comments) 
Profile pages: Linux, Microsoft, Microsoft Windows, Linux
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02/05/09 11:34am Computing Microsoft's Danger looking into developing around open source
The proponent of closed source software is soliciting developers for the Linux-like system NetBSD. dig deeper
Around the web: InfoWorld RSS Feed
, PC World
, Slashdot
, Yahoo! News: Technology News
, The Inquirer 
Profile pages: Linux, Microsoft, Open source, Danger, T-Mobile, T-Mobile Sidekick, Operating system, T-Mobile Sidekick
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02/02/09 4:25pm Computing Intel Moblin V2 Core Alpha Linux-based netbook OS available
The very early alpha release is still a work-in-progress, but is available to download for the curious. dig deeper
Around the web: Electricpig.co.uk
, SolSie.com
, GearCrave
, Asus Eee News, Mods, and Hacks
, Ars Technica
, Laptoping.com
, Slashdot 
Profile pages: Linux, Netbook, Intel, Linux, Operating system, Alpha, Intel Moblin
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01/27/09 2:49pm Mobile Man buys used MP3 player, finds it contains dozens of military files
The device, loaded with files on soldiers, mission briefings, and base supply information, was bought at a thrift shop. dig deeper
Around the web: arstechnica.com
, edibleapple.com
, abc.net.au
, news.smh.com.au
, tvnz.co.nz 
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01/27/09 8:01am Computing Daily Obsession: Multi-protocol chat clients
Obsessable takes a look at three multi-protocol chat clients: Pidgin, Adium, and Digsby. dig deeper
Profile pages: Linux, Open source, Source code, Adium, Digsby, Pidgin
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01/22/09 9:01pm Computing Watch Lost online with Boxee's new ABC.com channel
ABC shows are now featured in Boxee's streaming media software, but only for the Mac and Linux versions. Apple TV owners will have to wait. dig deeper
Around the web: Ubergizmo
, Engadget HD
, Electricpig.co.uk - The UK's fastest-growing tech news site
, Boing Boing Gadgets (3 comments)
, VentureBeat
, Alley Insider 
Profile pages: Linux, Set-top box, Streaming video, Apple TV, Boxee, Boxee
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