Simple home networking with SSH.
The Secure Shell (SSH) network protocol makes it easy to connect computers that are running Linux, share files, and remotely run applications. Along with an X server, it can make sharing a single computer simple on a home network. more...

SSH with Putty.
One of my favourite tools is PuTTY. I use it both on Windows and on Linux. It is a program that enables SSH connections using a graphical interface. It also allows for the establishment of SSH tunnels as well as omitting some of the restrictions to Internet access. more...

Gimp 2.4 - A Proper Review.
Now that I've gotten all the fussing about the wrong-headed design changes last time, it's time to talk about the good news: the new features. There is no merely discussing this as "an upgrade". This is basically a reinvention of the Gimp as we knew it. Keep your hat on, as there is just too much to talk about to proceed through in any kind of orderly fashion. more... and GIMP 2.4 preview and What did they do to my Gimp?

All about Leopard: gallery, apps, impressions.
We've been poring over Leopard since getting our copy, and no doubt about it, there's just way too much to say. The number of fixes, updates, and new features in this release is astounding. Granted, many aren't major (and some aren't even easily immediately noticeable), but the marquee apps like Spaces and Time Machine are instantly indispensable, while the finer details (like revamped Bluetooth and network connections preferences) leave little to be desired. Looking at Leopard's gestalt, it's plain to see that this by far the best version of OS X to date. more...

Itty-bitty, teeny-weeny Linux PCs.
Over at our sister site LinuxDevices, we're always looking at small, embedded-Linux systems. While reviewing Freespire recently on a Mini koobox, an Apple Mini-sized system, I began to wonder, Just how small do full-featured, Linux-powered PCs come? more... and Asus Eee PC 701 Review.

NetworkManager 0.7 is the new Chuck Norris.
It will cure cancer. It can divide by zero. It can touch M.C. Hammer. And it’ll make your life better too. Why? more... and Managing your Wireless Networks.

Settlement reached in Busybox-Monsoon GPL case.
A settlement has been reached in the case filed last month against Monsoon Multimedia by the Software Freedom Law Center (SFLC) on behalf of two BusyBox developers. more...

Magazine.
Full Circle - the Ubuntu Community Magazine issue 6 and pdf.

Applications.
VueScan is a powerful, easy to use program that works with 750 flatbed and film scanners.
OpenProj is a free, open source project management solution. OpenProj is a complete replacement of Microsoft Project and other commercial project solutions.

How To Tips.

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