Ubuntu’s two big advantages over Windows and Mac
I’ve been using the latest version (10.04) of Ubuntu Linux since April and there’s a lot to like about it. I announced earlier this year that I was giving desktop Linux another look, and I went with Ubuntu because it is the Linux distribution most focused on a desktop OS. [...]
How to Triple-Boot Your Mac with Windows and Linux, No Boot Camp Required
Apple has streamlined the process of dual booting Windows on your Mac, but when it comes to Linux, Boot Camp isn’t so friendly. Here’s how to triple-boot your Mac with OS X, Windows 7, and the shiny new Ubuntu 10.04.
If you’re a Mac user, you may have already used Apple’s Boot [...]
Windows Home Server V2 Beta - Code Name Vail
Got a 64-bit PC sitting around, just waiting for a purpose? Dig the idea of automated backups and media streaming in your home? Microsoft is offering up free downloads of its next Windows Home Server, dubbed “Vail,” for public testing.
You’ll definitely need to commit a whole computer to this beta test—the install itself wipes the [...]
7plus Tweaks Windows 7 With Shortcuts, Uploads to FTP in Single Stroke
Windows: Tweaking program 7plus allows you to create shortcuts for Windows 7 to streamline your efficiency. After a little setup, you can create files, paste text and images as files, or even upload a file to a server with the right keystroke.
ShareMonitor Monitors and Logs Access to Windows Shares
Windows: If you’re looking for a clean and simple way to monitor your shared folders, ShareMonitor clearly displays what’s going on with your shares.
ShareMonitor is a free application that monitors your shared folders and displays what’s going on in an easy to read table. You can view the folder and file [...]