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Linux × Open Source × Ubuntu
Well, it might be my personal opinion. But I think you should consider trying Linux. Days are gone when Linux used to be only for geeks. Now it has become more desktop oriented by distros like Ubuntu. Note that there are thousands of Linux based distros. Its upon you what you choose. I personally like Linux Mint, though I use Fedora.
Advantages
Disadvantages
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| Typical Gnome Desktop |
- Completely Free and Open Source. No need to use pirated versions.
- Customizable to the core. You can change almost everything according to your wish. You can also make it look like Mac OS or Windows 7.
- Lots of softwares available for all your tasks, most are free, including the popular VLC, Firefox, Google Chrome etc.
- An update updates all softwares, not just security patches like Windows.
- Virus free. Most Linux users don't have any antivirus. Those who have, just to scan files so that they won't affect Windows users.
- No maintenance like disk defragmenting, registry cleaning etc. The default file system ext4 is fast and stable.
- A lot more Visual effects than Windows by Compiz, even features such as aero snap.
- Many distros offer Live CD, you can try it without even requiring to install it.
- Hardware support out of the box. Linux supports a wide range of Hardware without requiring to install drivers.
- More stable, secure and faster than Windows, thus dominant in the server market.
- A lot of more tools for programmers.
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| Assaultcube - A First person shooter |
Disadvantages
- Might have problem with some hardware configuration.
- Requires some use of command line.
- No multimedia support out of the box. Hence you have to install them manually.
- Windows cannot recognize ext4 file system. But that's not Ubuntu's fault.
- Excellent games available, but still behind Windows.
If you want to try Linux I recommend Linux Mint or Ubuntu. If you prefer eye candy, I recommend Kubuntu
Browser × Firefox 5 Beta × How to × Open Source × PPA × Ubuntu × Ubuntu 11.04 Natty Narwhal
Firefox 5 beta release includes the Firefox channel switcher, performance and stability enhancements and support for the new CSS Animations standard. Installing Firefox 5 beta in Ubuntu has not been easy, until now.
How to Install or Upgrade to Firefox 5 Beta in Ubuntu 11.04 via PPA?
Open Terminal and do the following.
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:mozillateam/firefox-next
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade
If you have removed the default Firefox from Ubuntu for some reason, you need to do the installation instead of the upgrade.
sudo apt-get install firefox
Done.
Firefox 5 Beta 2 is installed and ready to go.
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How to × Mac × Mac4Lin themes × Open Source × OS × OsX × Ubuntu
Ubuntu certainly looks more impressive and stylish as compared to Mac OS X. No wonder why more and more people are changing their Ubuntu’s look to make it appear like Mac OSX. Ubuntu looks quite dull and boring as shown in the image below where as Mac osx looks quite Professional and modish.
It is seen that most people get their Ubuntu’s look changed by engineers and end up spending a lot of money on getting this task accomplished. However, this article discusses a few simple steps with the help of which you can change your Ubuntu’s look on your own. You can change its entire appearance and make it look like a Mac osx.
It is seen that most people get their Ubuntu’s look changed by engineers and end up spending a lot of money on getting this task accomplished. However, this article discusses a few simple steps with the help of which you can change your Ubuntu’s look on your own. You can change its entire appearance and make it look like a Mac osx.
Below mentioned are the steps by which your Ubuntu’s look can be changed:
Step 1: Though you are not changing the entire operating system but it is still suggested to take a back up of all the files, especially the ones that are
placed on the desktop because at times it is seen that engrossed in the settings and installation of new themes people do not realize that they
are deleting or replacing some of their important files/folders. Thus, it is recommended to take a back up of all the important files before starting
with the installation procedure.
placed on the desktop because at times it is seen that engrossed in the settings and installation of new themes people do not realize that they
are deleting or replacing some of their important files/folders. Thus, it is recommended to take a back up of all the important files before starting
with the installation procedure.
Step 2: Now, download the Mac4Lin themes from any trusted internet site and save them. It is preferable to save them in the home folder.
Step 3: Check for folders named, .themes, .fonts, and .emerald. These are placed in the home directory and are hidden folders which are not visible
otherwise. You will have to press CTRL+H to view them. Your PC may or may not have these folders. If you find them by pressing CTRL+H, you can begin with the next step. If you do not, then create three new folders by these names. These folders should be hidden. In order to hide them you need to prefix each of them with a period sign.
otherwise. You will have to press CTRL+H to view them. Your PC may or may not have these folders. If you find them by pressing CTRL+H, you can begin with the next step. If you do not, then create three new folders by these names. These folders should be hidden. In order to hide them you need to prefix each of them with a period sign.
Step 4: Once these folders are spotted or created, you can install the Mac4Lin themes by following the below mentioned procedure:
cd Mac4Lin_v1.0_RC1
sh Mac4Lin_Install_v1.0_RC.shThe installation procedure would take some time, during which you may get prompt inquiring about the root access, which is required for installing some of the components. In order to continue, all you need to do is type “y”. The installation procedure is now complete. After completion of this procedure your desktop will get a new look as shown in the images below:
You can also change the look of Ubuntu’s login screen and make it appear like that of Mac osx with the help of the following steps:
Click on: System > Administration > Login window > Key in your password > Press local and choose Mac4Lin GDMvl.0 RC
Click on: System > Administration > Login window > Key in your password > Press local and choose Mac4Lin GDMvl.0 RC
The procedure takes very little time and your PC gets a brand new and stylish look of Mac osx. If you want you can also download the apple icon or logo to make it look even more similar to a Mac osx. Try these simple steps and turn the look of your boring Ubuntu into trendy Mac osx.
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