Tag: Linux 39 posts
If Linux is your preference, this page has a wealth of content for you. We have videos on Ubuntu and Fedora, not to mention our Command Line 101.
Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization 3.0 Beta Drops Microsoft Requirement
By Brian Nelson ⋅ January 30, 2012 ⋅ 2 comments
Red Hat Virtualization 3.0 won’t need Windows Server and it has a lot of new features and greater scalability. Read about how the open source capabilities of this Beta virtualization platform will appeal to SMBs.
Linux Mint 12 Latest Release
By Brian Nelson ⋅ January 6, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
Ever since Canonical abandoned the familiar GNOME desktop in Ubuntu for the new Unity shell, Linux Mint, a distro that focuses on usability, has enjoyed a surge in popularity. DistroWatch lists Mint as the leading distro over the past few months, and Linux Mint 12 is the latest release. The Linux Mint 12 download can [...]
Linux File Permissions
By Roman Rafacz ⋅ December 14, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Making sure you have assigned the appropriate permissions is a base skill that needs to be done efficiently. Learn how to identify and manage permissions for files and directories in Linux.
Linux Commands for Beginners Part 2: Exploring the CLI
By Roman Rafacz ⋅ November 30, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Build off of your beginner Linux knowledge by exploring the CLI. Break away from using a GUI and gain a higher understanding of Linux operates. This article goes over ls, grep, piping and other tools used for generating info, creating files and directories and managing permissions.
Linux Commands for Beginners Part 1: Beginner Linux Administration
By Roman Rafacz ⋅ November 23, 2011 ⋅ One comment
Are you new to Linux? Here is an introduction to the basics of Linux administration. In this article you’ll learn about the Kernel, the Shell, the Terminal and the filesystem hierarchy as we go over some basic Linux commands.
Ubuntu’s New Unity User Interface
By Brian Nelson ⋅ July 5, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Recently, the Canonical team announced the replacement of the popular GNOME desktop shell with the new Unity User Interface. Learn about Ubuntu’s new Unity user interface — how it started, what it has to offer and what are some of the interface quirks.
KDE Desktop Environment for Linux Users
By Veronica Henry ⋅ June 30, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
KDE is the second most popular desktop environment for Linux users behind Gnome. In this video, Linux expert Veronica Henry provides an overview of the KDE environment for Linux users.
How To Install Linux in a VMware Virtual Machine
By Veronica Henry ⋅ June 16, 2011 ⋅ 3 comments
Installing Linux in a Virtual Machine allows you to test the operating system without making a commitment. In this video I’ll show you how to install Fedora Linux in VMware Workstation so you can keep your current OS and use Linux in your VM.
KeePassX: Free Password Manager for Linux and Mac OS X
By Veronica Henry ⋅ April 6, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
KeePassX is a free password manager that works on Linux and Mac OS X and allows you to store all your passwords a single database that can be accessed through one primary password. Instead of having to remember a myriad of passwords, with KeePassX you only have to remember one.
Introduction to Fedora Linux
By Veronica Henry ⋅ March 31, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Fedora is extremely customizable, stable, and is sponsored by the enterprise version of Red Hat Linux. Learn about Fedora’s unique features, installation options, as well as how to navigate and customize it.
Top 3 Alternative Linux Browsers
By Veronica Henry ⋅ March 9, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
In the Linux world, there are a number of alternative browsers including Epiphany, Midori and Opera that rival the popular Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari and Chrome. Learn more about these three alternative browsers and see if one is right for you.
Introduction to Python Programming in Ubuntu Linux
By Veronica Henry ⋅ February 23, 2011 ⋅ One comment
Python is one of a handful of modern programming languages gaining a lot of traction in the development community. If you’d like to try your hand at a new language, Python is an excellent choice because of its low learning curve and elegant coding style.
Cloud Storage Options: Dropbox and Ubuntu One
By Veronica Henry ⋅ February 9, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments
What can you store in the cloud? Which cloud storage option is right for you? This article compares Dropbox and Ubuntu One and will help you choose a cloud storage solution that is right for your needs.
How to Set Up Safe FTP in Linux
By Veronica Henry ⋅ January 26, 2011 ⋅ 5 comments
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is one of the oldest and most popular ways to share files between computers and servers, but it’s not very secure. The better option is Very Secure FTP daemon (VSFTPD) and today I’ll show you how to set it up.
How to Install and Use SSH (Secure Shell) in Ubuntu
By Veronica Henry ⋅ January 5, 2011 ⋅ One comment
SSH or secure shell, is a protocol that allows you to securely access one computer from another creating a secure VPN. In this article I’ll walk you through installing and using OpenSSH in Ubuntu Linux.
Introduction to Ubuntu Linux
By Veronica Henry ⋅ December 23, 2010 ⋅ 2 comments
In this video you’ll learn the basics of the Ubuntu Linux desktop environment and the productivity software options that are available to you for free.
Linux Command Line 101
By Veronica Henry ⋅ December 8, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment
Starting a program, file management, system monitoring and more can all be performed without a single mouse click using the Linux command line. See how you can get started with the Linux command line today.
From Windows to Linux: Transitioning to Ubuntu Linux
By Veronica Henry ⋅ December 2, 2010 ⋅ 5 comments
In this video we’ll review the applications that come pre-installed with Ubuntu, as well as how to add and remove new software. If you’re curious about how much you can customize your desktop, Linux doesn’t disappoint.
New Training Release: CompTIA Linux+ Training
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ November 30, 2010 ⋅ 2 comments
Linux might not be as ubiquitous as Windows, but its steady growth in usage, jobs, salaries and opportunities is nothing to sneeze at. Why Linux? According to the Linux Foundation, Linux related jobs have grown 80% over the past 5 years, while indeed.com lists the average salary for Linux Administrators at $86,000 in the US. [...]
Top 7 Linux Open Source Development Tools
By Veronica Henry ⋅ November 24, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment
I began my foray into web development with Adobe’s Dreamweaver software, under Windows. As I moved to the Linux OS, I welcomed the opportunity to explore a wide range of free development tools that provided nearly the same experience. In fact, I realized that not being able to rely on Dreamweaver’s automation, forced me to [...]