Linux, Ubuntu and Open Source
This page offers information, links and resources relating to Linux, the Ubuntu distribution and open source software in general.
Here is my list of adjustments that I perform to improve the base install.
A step-by-step guide for creating a connection to a Microsoft VPN. I use this for connecting to resources at the office when working from home.
I compiled this information because I couldn't find a single online resource that brought all the different elements into one article.
11 May 2009
I shaved 47% (17 seconds) off my boot up time by upgrading from 8.10 to 9.04. I was a little concerned about destroying my installation and 'starting over' but thanks to my experience from previous installations and good decisions made in planning I was able to get things running and transfered quite efficiently.
25 Apr 2009
A simple set of tools and steps to easily rip last FM stations and streams to local MP3 files.
Successfully tags downloaded MP3
My default installation of banshee did not provide an option for importing CD tracks to MP3 format. This is a common requirement for converting CDs to digital audio for easy of access and transfer to portable devices.
A recent upgrade left my machine with a bad case of noisy fan and inaccurately reported / excessive processor usage.
A fresh install of the operating system rectified the issue and all is well.
Issues and concerns of working with RealBasic development environment under Ubuntu 7.10 and 8.04. A cross platform programming language with potential, just make it work.
I decided to have a go at using one of the open source account applications to track and manage my personal finances.
This brief article details my findings.
11 Nov 2007
Software driver required for printing from Linux (Ubuntu) withCanon Pixma iP4200
05 Nov 2007
http://software.canon-europe.com/softwa...