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Domain authentication sets Xandros Desktop apart — by DesktopLinux.com staff — In part one in a series of chats with key members of the Xandros team, DesktopLinux.com gives you an insider's view of the Xandros project philosophy and architecture. We'll get a closer look at some of the features that set the Xandros Desktop apart from the rest of the LinuxOS ...
California prison program offers Mandrake Linux to schools — by Jill Ratkevic — Mandrake Linux is now being offered as part of the California Department of Corrections Computer Refurbishing Program. The Linux desktop OS will join Microsoft Windows as an option in a joint partnership between the California Department of Corrections (CDC) and the Technology Training Foundation of America (TTFA).

California schools can ...
The virus threat to Linux — (Mar. 27, 2003) — Do you really need to install antivirus software on your LinuxOS-based computer? You just might. The topic of computer viruses and Linux has caused considerable discussion in recent weeks. Mixed computing environments, servers, and growing market share all increase the risk of Linux as a target and vehicle for malicious ...
Making the Switch to Open Source Gradually — by Doug Holton — Are you thinking of switching to Linux? Not sure where to start? Doug Holton offers DesktopLinux.com readers a concise step-by-step guide for a move to open source Linux software. Holton details which Linux programs can be used in place of equivalent Microsoft applications. The tutorial provides links to the tools ...
Workspot offers Desktop Linux 'Anywhere' — by Jill Ratkevic — Are you considering using the Linux operating system, but want to give it a test-drive first? Workspot offers a way to try Linux through your Internet browser. The subscription-based program gives you the flexibility to use Red Hat in your business or at home for a low monthly fee. DesktopLinux.com ...
Ark Linux: Building a distro for the masses — (Mar. 24, 2003) — Ark Linux burst onto the Linux scene in January 2003 with a plan to reach the "average computer user." What sets Ark Linux apart from other distros? Aside from embracing the open source model completely, the team has adopted a practical approach to address misconceptions that are limiting Linux from ...
The Mandrake Audio Workstation HowTo — by Austin Acton — On the eve of Mandrake's latest release, Austin Acton has published a guide to create a digital audio workstation using Mandrake 9.1. This 'HowTo' describes how to set up a professional quality audio workstation in an afternoon or less without compiling or text editing . . .
Moving to Peanut Linux — by Walter Kruse (Mar. 14, 2003) — Walter Kruse offers up his experiences with Peanut Linux. Not talked about as often as more high profile commercial distros, this flavor of Linux is fast, lightweight, and suited to both new and advanced users. Kruse steps us through his reasons for making a move to Peanut as his distribution ...
Linux in the Professional Recording Studio — (March 12, 2003) — Steve Cook, a DesktopLinux.com reader, relates his experience setting up Linux in the professional recording studio -- including a switch to the Ogg Vorbis audio format. Increased productivity, greater stability, tighter security, lower costs, and a higher quality finished product are all reasons this station switched without missing a beat ...
Switching to Linux? From the end user's perspective — by Kevin L. Ritchey — Pennsylvania attorney Kevin L. Ritchey has written an open letter about using Linux on the desktop -- from the user's perspective. Ritchey chronicles his successful switch to Linux, laments a few features still in need of improvement, and offers us his opinions as an average daily user of Desktop Linux. ...
An interview with TransGaming founder Gavriel State — by Jill Ratkevic (Mar. 3, 2003) — DesktopLinux.com discovers Linux has games in this interview with TransGaming Technologies founder and CEO Gavriel State. State believes that the greater availability of games for Linux will play a significant factor in broad adoption of the upstart operating system. The interview discusses the history of TransGaming, the state of Linux ...
A Consumer's new choice: Using Linux at home [Part Seven] — by Paul Murphy — Linux is ready for the consumer and the steps to guide you through the process of getting started are unveiled in this series at DesktopLinux.com. In his book 'The Unix Guide to Defenestration', Paul Murphy offers practical advice on empowering organizations, improving workflow, and saving money with open source technologies. ...
Perceptions: Is Linux a suitable desktop platform? — by John H. Terpstra — In this guest column at DesktopLinux.com, former SCO evangelist and Samba.org team leader John H. Terpstra weighs in on market perceptions about Linux and its suitability for the desktop. Interviewing a sample group -- that included 30 people evenly split in the Linux and MS camps -- Terpstra discovered each ...
A Consumer's new choice: Using Linux at home [Part Six] — by Paul Murphy — Linux is ready for the consumer and the steps to guide you through the process of getting started are unveiled in this series at DesktopLinux.com. In his book 'The Unix Guide to Defenestration', Paul Murphy offers practical advice on empowering organizations, improving workflow, and saving money with open source technologies. ...
CollegeLinux: Learning the Linux Way — by Jill Ratkevic — DesktopLinux.com speaks with Professor David Costa, Dean of Robert Kennedy College (RKC) in Switzerland about his school's newly released Desktop Linux offering -- "CollegeLinux." Based on Slackware, the distribution offers key features which empower the average desktop user like single click installation and Samba configuration, Flash, embedded Java, hardware detection ...
A Consumer's new choice: Using Linux at home [Part Five] — by Paul Murphy — Linux is ready for the consumer and the steps to guide you through the process of getting started are unveiled in this series at DesktopLinux.com. In his book 'The Unix Guide to Defenestration', Paul Murphy offers practical advice on empowering organizations, improving workflow, and saving money with open source technologies. ...
A Practical Guide to get started using Linux — by Wily Yuen — Wily Yuen has authored a great overview for getting started using Linux on your PC. Yuen, a Linux user since July, points to key applications and tools that will help you enhance your user experience. The guide that follows is a great addition to your bookmarks as a reference guide ...
A Consumer's new choice: Using Linux at home [Part Four] — by Paul Murphy — Linux is ready for the consumer and the steps to guide you through the process of getting started are unveiled in this series at DesktopLinux.com. In his book 'The Unix Guide to Defenestration', Paul Murphy offers practical advice on empowering organizations, improving workflow, and saving money with open source technologies. ...
A Consumer's new choice: Using Linux at home [Part Three] — by Paul Murphy — Linux is ready for the consumer and the steps to guide you through the process of getting started are unveiled in this series at DesktopLinux.com. In his book 'The Unix Guide to Defenestration', Paul Murphy offers practical advice on empowering organizations, improving workflow, and saving money with open source technologies. ...
A Consumer's new choice: Using Linux at home [Part Two] — by Paul Murphy — Linux is ready for the consumer and the steps to guide you through the process of getting started are unveiled in this series at DesktopLinux.com. In his book 'The Unix Guide to Defenestration', Paul Murphy offers practical advice on empowering organizations, improving workflow, and saving money with open source technologies. ...
A Consumer's new choice: Using Linux at home — by Paul Murphy — Linux is ready for the consumer and the steps to guide you through the process of getting started are unveiled in this series at DesktopLinux.com. In his book 'The Unix Guide to Defenestration', Paul Murphy offers practical advice on empowering organizations, improving workflow, and saving money with open source technologies. ...
NeTraverse: Moving Windows users to Desktop Linux — by Jill Ratkevic — In this DesktopLinux.com interview, NeTraverse's CEO Jim Curtin explains how Win4Lin helps move Windows users to Desktop Linux. Curtin also offers his view on why IT managers should use migration strategies in a move to Linux, examine the value proposition of Linux, and discusses what the future holds for the ...
Xandros: Delivering the corporate desktop — by Jill Ratkevic — DesktopLinux.com discovers what Hilton hotels recently learned -- Xandros delivers the corporate desktop. Emphasizing solutions that offer a smooth transition for companies migrating from Microsoft Windows and a significant cost savings (reportedly millions for Hilton alone), Xandros is paving the way for Desktop Linux. This in-depth interview with Xandros' Chairman ...
Disney, DreamWorks, and ILM experts reveal Linux secrets this month in LA — by DesktopLinux.com staff — Linux now dominates the film industry -- Linux desktops, rendering farms and servers have been adopted by leading movie studios and used in award winning films.

Just how is Linux used? What are the benefits of Linux in one of most demanding computing environments?

DesktopLinux.com talks to Robin ...
Linux Beyond the Desktop — a guest column by Gregory S. Hopper — In this DesktopLinux.com guest column, Gregory S. Hopper takes Linux beyond the desktop. Declaring the 'PC is the Model T' of today, Hopper makes a convincing argument that disruptive technologies and changing business models will dictate the PC market of tomorrow. By adopting a one-size fits all approach, the market ...

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Approaching the Linux Desktop
The purpose of this paper is to help organizations evaluate the Linux desktop against their own enterprise needs and discover what benefits the Linux desktop might bring to their organizations.

Migrating To Linux: Application Challenges and Solutions
Several solutions exist to help organizations migrate in an orderly fashion from Windows to Linux desktops. This paper establishes the characteristics of an ideal cross-platform solution and reviews these alternatives in light of this ideal standard. The paper takes a closer look at the pros and cons of various solutions and outlines the business benefits that can be achieved.

Linux Advantages: Publicly Available Information on Linux Software
This paper offers a brief summary of readily-available Linux information to help businesses sort out this widely misunderstood operating system.

Top 5 Strategies for Managing Linux
Despite continuous evolution in the manageability of Linux, a 2006 survey cited manageability concerns as a top reason why organizations are hesitating to adopt Linux. Levanta believes Linux can be as manageable, if not more so, than other operating systems by following key strategies. These strategic recommendations were developed from experiences in numerous customer environments, both large and small.

Why Choose Novell for Linux?
This paper outlines the benefits of switching to the Linux platform and choosing Novell as a high-performance, enterprise solution.

Enterprise Linux Selection Guide
Considering moving your enterprise to the Linux operating system? Since there are so many similar versions, choosing the right one can be tough. This paper offers a clear process to help you make an informed decision and get the features, support, and cost that are right for your business and technical needs.

Overcoming Challenges in Managing Linux
Levanta has created a new administration model with innovative technology that breaks down the barriers to making the most of Linux systems. This paper will provide an in-depth look at the workings of Levanta’s product, the first Linux appliance of its kind.

SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 for Retail Businesses
Discover why major retailers have switched to SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop in the back office. SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 is a low-cost desktop that offers a complete set of productivity applications and interoperates seamlessly with the other Windows, Macintosh and UNIX desktops in your store.

Moving to a Linux Desktop
Migrating from Windows to Linux on the desktop can be a substantial undertaking because it has the potential for touching -- and perhaps disrupting -- every user in your organization. Unlike a data center (server and infrastructure) migration that is largely transparent to users, the cultural and administrative transitions and environment readiness required to support a Linux desktop migration are extensive.

Seven Good Reasons to Exchange Exchange
This paper describes seven compelling reasons why you should switch from Exchange to Scalix.

 

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