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Choosing the Linux Distro that is right for you

Submitted by Rick Wonders on Sat, 06/04/2011 - 18:14

Before you can take advantage of the powerful, free solution Linux provides for your everyday computing needs, you need to choose and download a distribution first. The following link provides a listing of both mainstream and enthusiast versions, or "flavors" of Linux. Most distributions, or "distros" are built from one of two main Linux versions; Red Hat or Debian.

Installing Linux on your computer

Submitted by Rick Wonders on Sat, 06/04/2011 - 18:01

So you finally got tired of paying the freight every time Microsoft releases a new operating system, and you have decided to make a switch. Good choice. Not only will you save money, but I doubt you will notice any difference in your productivity. In fact, you may actually accomplish more by having access to tens-of-thousands of free programs and applications.

How to install Linux Apps

Submitted by Rick Wonders on Sun, 06/05/2011 - 10:53

If you read our posting,"Must Have Linux Apps," you are probably wondering how to find and install this treasure-trove of useful applications. This posting will cover that. As you will see, installing apps in Linux, is both easy and painless.

Must Have Linux Apps

Submitted by Rick Wonders on Sun, 06/05/2011 - 09:00

Logo for the Gnu Image Manipulation Program(GIMP) Now that you know how to load a new Linux operating system on your PC, and the procedures for finding and installing new software, it is time to look at some of the more useful applications that will make your life easier. We will start with an email client that can be configured to access Open Office documents, much like Outlook does with Microsoft Office.