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Appreciating the Value of Linux
Reflecting on what it means to possess the skill for Linux administration and daily use as a friendly desktop operating system appreciating the value of Linux
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Beelink Mini-PC Problems
Are you considering buying a Beelink PC? Before investing, read about my experiences with the Mini-S and U-59 models. I encountered mysterious noises, Windows 11 update issues, and a faulty SSD. Unfortunately, my attempts to fix the problems required multiple Windows 11 reinstalls. Hear about my struggles and consult the relevant forum thread for advice.
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Linux BASH commands
Know what you need? Other than a million doll hairs. You need to check out the web site ExplainShell.com . Super useful resource for linux users which let’s you enter commands just like you would in BASH and it processes it for you. Instead of executing the commands, it explains to you in detail– based…
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Lubuntu Linux, MooEdit, and Aptitude
Currently, I use the Lubuntu branch of Ubuntu, which is itself a particular flavour of the Debian distribution of Linux†. In my opinion, for keeping track of these easily confused, so-called Linux Distributions, it’s might be least confusing to look upon any O/S bearing the suffix “buntu” (i.e. Ubuntu, Kubuntu, Edubuntu, Xubuntu, Mythbuntu, etc.) as…
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Inkscape and the Mozilla Firefox Addon : Palette Grabber
Inkscape What is an Inkscape? If you’re asking that question, then the answer is: ‘…Inkscape is the best vector drawing software that you’ve never heard of!…’. Inkscape is a Web Standards based, Scalable Vector Graphics Illustrator with some of the most powerful features you’ll find in ANY software for designing digital imagery. Incredibly, the SVG…
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Do as the Pros Do: Learn by Example!
Responsible Appropriation: I am an advocate of learning from others by observing the mastery of their work. Surely something can be learned by attempting to emulate a work of art, and oftentimes– throughout history– it has even been considered an effort of flattery. Role Model Candidates: Yahoo! Widgets Deep purples and Lush Green/Blue colors. Black…
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PHP _SERVER Variables
If you’re considering the use of PHP Server Environment Variables in your web application, but you are not certain which $_SERVER variable will produce the information you need, you are not alone. It’s not uncommon for the PHP web application developer to cross reference $_SERVER variable data during the development process. Busting the Myth of…
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Taking Command: Firefox and Thunderbird
Note: now updated w/ illustration! Launching TB or FF from the Command Line (or with the RUN command of the Start menu in Windows XP) In order to truly benefit from the alternative functions offered by Command Line execution, it is essential to refer to the Mozilla Command Line Options, an extensive list of special…
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Tar the GNU Archiving Tool
Excerpt from the Linux man pages: learn to use GNU Linux Tar command to boost your productivity when working from the command line.
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