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What Every Programmer Should Know About Memory - A comprehensive document on how memory and software interact. This is a nine-part series that deals with topics such as: CPU caches, Virtual memory, NUMA systems, cache optimization, multi-threaded optimizations, memory performance tools, and future technologies. Links to the other parts of the series can be found at the end of part 1. (2007)
Bookmark created on 2008-8-25.
What Every Programmer Should Know About Memory - A comprehensive document on how memory and software interact. This is a nine-part series that deals with topics such as: CPU caches, Virtual memory, NUMA systems, cache optimization, multi-threaded optimizations, memory performance tools, and future technologies. Links to the other parts of the series can be found at the end of part 1. (2007)
Bookmark created on 2008-8-25.
Los Alamos Computers (LAC): High-Performance GNU/Linux Computing - This company specializes in pre-loaded Linux computers - all with 100% Free Software.
Bookmark created on 2008-8-7.
Free Software Magazine Article - "GNU/Linux free Software Tools to Preserve Your Online Privacy, Anonymity and Security" - A great advocacy piece for online freedom, privacy, anonymity, and security. A "must read". (2008)
Bookmark created on 2008-7-10.
Free Software Magazine Article - "GNU/Linux free Software Tools to Preserve Your Online Privacy, Anonymity and Security" - A great advocacy piece for online freedom, privacy, anonymity, and security. A "must read". (2008)
Bookmark created on 2008-7-10.
Field Guide to Firefox 3 - A detailed guide to the new features in Firefox version 3.
Bookmark created on 2008-6-17.
Field Guide to Firefox 3 - A detailed guide to the new features in Firefox version 3.
Bookmark created on 2008-6-17.
Consortium Standards Journal Article - "Openness" and the Pursuit of Knowledge - Andy Updegrove writes about how the Internet is changing the way knowledge is acquired and shared; how it is providing incentives to adjust traditional ideas regarding the proper balance between the intellectual property rights (IPR) of individual owners and those of collaborative communities and end users; and reviews some of the new legal tools and organizational structures that have been created in order to fully realize this revolution in knowledge sharing. (2008)
Bookmark created on 2008-6-10.
Consortium Standards Journal Article - "Openness" and the Pursuit of Knowledge - Andy Updegrove writes about how the Internet is changing the way knowledge is acquired and shared; how it is providing incentives to adjust traditional ideas regarding the proper balance between the intellectual property rights (IPR) of individual owners and those of collaborative communities and end users; and reviews some of the new legal tools and organizational structures that have been created in order to fully realize this revolution in knowledge sharing. (2008)
Bookmark created on 2008-6-10.
The Top 100 Open Source Software Tools for Medical Professionals - An annotated list of open source software tools for the medical community. It is organized by subject area. (2008)
Bookmark created on 2008-4-14.
The Top 100 Open Source Software Tools for Medical Professionals - An annotated list of open source software tools for the medical community. It is organized by subject area. (2008)
Bookmark created on 2008-4-14.
Groklaw - The Daemon, the GNU & the Penguin - Online Book - A comprehensive history of Free and Open Source by Dr. Peter Salus. (2005-2007)
Bookmark created on 2008-4-9.
Groklaw - The Daemon, the GNU & the Penguin - Online Book - A comprehensive history of Free and Open Source by Dr. Peter Salus. (2005-2007)
Bookmark created on 2008-4-9.
SuperTuxKart - A cross-platform, 3D kart racing game featuring Tux and his friends.
Bookmark created on 2008-3-23.
HOWTO Undelete Removed Files and Directories on an ext3 File System - A detailed description of the ext3 file structure layout and how to undelete deleted files and directories. (2008)
Bookmark created on 2008-3-15.
HOWTO Undelete Removed Files and Directories on an ext3 File System - A detailed description of the ext3 file structure layout and how to undelete deleted files and directories. (2008)
Bookmark created on 2008-3-15.
Tux Penguin Stickers, Buttons & Fun Stuff : CafePress.com - Over 800 designs for Tux buttons and stickers are available on this site.
Bookmark created on 2008-2-28.
Tux Penguin Stickers, Buttons & Fun Stuff : CafePress.com - Over 800 designs for Tux buttons and stickers are available on this site.
Bookmark created on 2008-2-28.
ATI Developer: Open GPU Documentation - AMD's open GPU documentation website for register-level documents covering their ATI Radeon products.
Bookmark created on 2008-2-20.
OLPC - One Laptop per Child - The mission of this non-profit association (One Laptop Per Child) is to develop a low-cost laptop - the "$100 Laptop" - a technology that could revolutionize how we educate the world's children. Their goal is to provide children around the world with new opportunities to explore, experiment, and express themselves. Website also available in German.
Bookmark created on 2008-2-19.
OLPC - One Laptop per Child - The mission of this non-profit association (One Laptop Per Child) is to develop a low-cost laptop - the "$100 Laptop" - a technology that could revolutionize how we educate the world's children. Their goal is to provide children around the world with new opportunities to explore, experiment, and express themselves. Website also available in German.
Bookmark created on 2008-2-19.
OLPC - One Laptop per Child - The mission of this non-profit association (One Laptop Per Child) is to develop a low-cost laptop - the "$100 Laptop" - a technology that could revolutionize how we educate the world's children. Their goal is to provide children around the world with new opportunities to explore, experiment, and express themselves. Website also available in German.
Bookmark created on 2008-2-19.
ConsortiumInfo.org - ODF vs. OOXML: War of the Words (an eBook) - Andy Updegrove, a well-known standards guru and blogger, is the author of this eBook project which documents the history and process of the ODF (Open Document Format) vs. OOXML (the Microsoft answer to ODF). This is a work in progress. He invites people to share their knowledge and insight on this subject by posting comments publicly on his blog or via email. An invaluable resource on this important topic. (2007-2008)
Bookmark created on 2008-2-3.
ConsortiumInfo.org - ODF vs. OOXML: War of the Words (an eBook) - Andy Updegrove, a well-known standards guru and blogger, is the author of this eBook project which documents the history and process of the ODF (Open Document Format) vs. OOXML (the Microsoft answer to ODF). This is a work in progress. He invites people to share their knowledge and insight on this subject by posting comments publicly on his blog or via email. An invaluable resource on this important topic. (2007-2008)
Bookmark created on 2008-2-3.
Comparison of Free Software Hosting Facilities - Wikipedia - A handy table of the various hosting sites for free/open source projects.
Bookmark created on 2008-1-13.
Linux Man Pages - A searchable, online Linux documentation site containing the Linux manual (man) pages.
Bookmark created on 2008-1-1.
Debian GNU/Linux Device Driver Check Page - An excellent hardware compatibility database. This site uses the output from the command, 'lcpci -n' (list all PCI devices) and checks it against hardware known to work within GNU/Linux, providing the name of the driver that supports it. Users are also encouraged to contribute to this database.
Bookmark created on 2008-1-1.
Frets On Fire - A cross-platform game of musical skill and fast fingers. The aim of the game is to play guitar with the keyboard as accurately as possible. This is a hugely popular game with lots of community participation.
Bookmark created on 2007-12-24.
X.Org Wiki - RadeonHD - This site describes the radeonhd video driver for R500 and newer ATI graphics devices along with all supported GPUs, links to the mailing list, git repository, and IRC channel. Also included are the general installation steps, and common problems during the driver build process.
Bookmark created on 2007-12-13.
Fontmatrix - A Linux font manager for both the home user and design professional. This software has individual user accounts, which allows each user to activate different fonts on a per-project basis.
Bookmark created on 2007-12-9.
X Display Manager - Wikipedia - A comprehensive article about XDM, an optional part of the X Window System that is used for login session management. (2007)
Bookmark created on 2007-12-1.
Pete's Linux Advent Calendar 2007 - Linux tips, tricks and trivia for each day of December to Christmas Eve. Also check out earlier versions from 2003 and 2005. Enjoy.
Bookmark created on 2007-12-1.
Pete's Linux Advent Calendar 2007 - Linux tips, tricks and trivia for each day of December to Christmas Eve. Also check out earlier versions from 2003 and 2005. Enjoy.
Bookmark created on 2007-12-1.
ZaReason, Inc. - A Berkeley, California (USA)-based Linux OEM that delivers custom-built Ubuntu laptops, desktops, as well as Linux books, and gear. Ships internationally. According to CEO, Cathy Malmrose, a screwdriver is included with each order to send an important message. "That little screwdriver is supposed to communicate that we respect people's ownership of their new laptop or desktop and we respect their intelligence to be able to modify it."
Bookmark created on 2007-11-21.
Hardware for Linux - A website site to lookup and report hardware compatibility and incompatibility with Linux distributions.
Bookmark created on 2007-10-28.
Women in Technology - Hear Us Roar - This series is comprised of articles written by women on the topic of "Women in Technology". Many of the articles highlight the authors' experiences in the IT and FOSS communities. (2006-2007)
Bookmark created on 2007-10-1.
Women in Technology - Hear Us Roar - This series is comprised of articles written by women on the topic of "Women in Technology". Many of the articles highlight the authors' experiences in the IT and FOSS communities. (2006-2007)
Bookmark created on 2007-10-1.
Linux Weather Forecast - The Linux Foundation - This site tracks ongoing developments in the Linux development community that have a good chance of appearing in a mainline kernel and/or major distros in the near future. The "chief meteorologist" is Jonathan Corbet, Executive Editor at LWN.net.
Bookmark created on 2007-8-26.
Linux Weather Forecast - The Linux Foundation - This site tracks ongoing developments in the Linux development community that have a good chance of appearing in a mainline kernel and/or major distros in the near future. The "chief meteorologist" is Jonathan Corbet, Executive Editor at LWN.net.
Bookmark created on 2007-8-26.
OpenGL Video Tutorial - An OpenGL/GLUT tutorial for C++. It's designed for beginners, but advanced enough for experienced developers. Includes both video and text versions. (2007)
Bookmark created on 2007-7-29.
OpenGL Video Tutorial - An OpenGL/GLUT tutorial for C++. It's designed for beginners, but advanced enough for experienced developers. Includes both video and text versions. (2007)
Bookmark created on 2007-7-29.
LWN: API Changes in the 2.6 Kernel Series - A summary of internal changes for each 2.6 kernel release.
Bookmark created on 2007-7-8.
DNS, BIND Nameserver, DHCP, LDAP and Directory Services - A resource site for DNS, DHCP, and LDAP.
Bookmark created on 2007-6-17.
DNS, BIND Nameserver, DHCP, LDAP and Directory Services - A resource site for DNS, DHCP, and LDAP.
Bookmark created on 2007-6-17.
DNS, BIND Nameserver, DHCP, LDAP and Directory Services - A resource site for DNS, DHCP, and LDAP.
Bookmark created on 2007-6-17.
Linux Graphics Drivers from Intel - The main site for Intel open source graphics drivers for Linux.
Bookmark created on 2007-5-21.
Failure Trends in a Large Disk Drive Population - An excellent technical paper on the failure pattern of disc drives and the key factors that affect their longevity. In PDF format. (2007)
Bookmark created on 2007-4-29.
XML Tutorial - One of the best XML tutorials available for both the beginner and the advanced user.
Bookmark created on 2007-3-17.
XML Tutorial - One of the best XML tutorials available for both the beginner and the advanced user.
Bookmark created on 2007-3-17.
Openmoko.org Portal Site - The official portal for development of the OpenMoko platform. Here, developers and end users alike, can learn about and contribute to building the platform designed to "Free Your Phone". OpenMoko is the first mobile phone developed on an open platform. This site is available in many languages.
Bookmark created on 2007-2-25.
ASCII-Pinguine - A gallery of Tuxen depicted in ASCII art.
Bookmark created on 2007-2-11.
Software Wars - A graphic map depicting the epic struggle of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) against the Empire of Microsoft.
Bookmark created on 2007-2-11.
Texts & Transcripts on Software Freedom - A collection of texts & transcripts on software freedom, software patents, copyright, and The GNU GPL. Maintained by Ciaran O'Riordan, Linux and software freedom advocate.
Bookmark created on 2007-1-22.
Texts & Transcripts on Software Freedom - A collection of texts & transcripts on software freedom, software patents, copyright, and The GNU GPL. Maintained by Ciaran O'Riordan, Linux and software freedom advocate.
Bookmark created on 2007-1-22.
PortForward.com - Free Help Setting up Your Router or Firewall - This is the site to visit for information on configuring routers; also provides configuration for games and services such as BitTorrent, Icecast, ShoutCast, World of Warcraft, GNUtella, Hoyle games, and Doom 3.
Bookmark created on 2006-12-1.
Polishlinux.org - GNU/Linux For Everyone - A helpful site for Linux beginners; includes up-to-date information and reviews on Linux distributions, tools for selecting a distribution, articles on desktop Linux including descriptions of new applications, a "How to switch to Linux" guide, news, and forums. Available in English and Polish.
Bookmark created on 2006-10-8.
Linux Gamers' Game List - A searchable list of ~200 of the best games for Linux.
Bookmark created on 2006-9-25.
Get GNU/Linux! - Promotes the use of Linux and freedom (from restrictive software licenses) for everyday users. A site to visit for those thinking of switching to Linux or have already decided to use Linux and want to learn more. Also available in Catalan, French, and Spanish (Castilian).
Bookmark created on 2006-8-16.
Get GNU/Linux! - Promotes the use of Linux and freedom (from restrictive software licenses) for everyday users. A site to visit for those thinking of switching to Linux or have already decided to use Linux and want to learn more. Also available in Catalan, French, and Spanish (Castilian).
Bookmark created on 2006-8-16.
Sahana - Free and Open Source Disaster Management System - A cross-platform crisis management Web portal that provides applications for coordination and collaboration in the aftermath of disasters.
Bookmark created on 2006-8-6.
Handheld Linux Software Index - A searchable Linux software database for Sharp Zaurus and other mobile devices; organized by broad subject categories.
Bookmark created on 2006-5-27.
Handheld Linux Software Index - A searchable Linux software database for Sharp Zaurus and other mobile devices; organized by broad subject categories.
Bookmark created on 2006-5-27.
Network Monitoring Tools - A list of network monitoring tools organized by broad subject area.
Bookmark created on 2006-5-22.
FreeSoftware Magazine Tutorial - Writing Device Drivers in Linux - "Do you pine for the nice days of Minix-1.1, when men were men and wrote their own device drivers?" - Linus Torvalds. Here's your chance to do just that! A detailed tutorial on how to write device drivers like kernel developers. (2006)
Bookmark created on 2006-4-30.
FreeSoftware Magazine Tutorial - Writing Device Drivers in Linux - "Do you pine for the nice days of Minix-1.1, when men were men and wrote their own device drivers?" - Linus Torvalds. Here's your chance to do just that! A detailed tutorial on how to write device drivers like kernel developers. (2006)
Bookmark created on 2006-4-30.
LinuxDevCenter.com Article -- "Managing Disk Space with LVM (Logical Volume Manager)" - Information on configuring LVM, how to add redundancy with RAID 1, and using LVM on desktop machines. LVM is a mechanism for virtualizing disks. A recommended read for those who want to know all about LVM. (2006)
Bookmark created on 2006-4-30.
Linux App Finder - An application software database, organized by subject categories. Users of Debian-based distributions will find this site a quick reference of available deb packages for each of the applications. Also included is a handy chart of alternative Linux applictions for Windows and OS X software.
Bookmark created on 2006-3-29.
Linuxcaffe - Coffee, Code, Culture, Community - A Linux user's dream -- a Toronto coffee/internet cafe totally run on open source software. Offers good food, coffee, music, art, free WiFi, Linux distros, and Linux help.
Bookmark created on 2006-3-22.
Linuxcaffe - Coffee, Code, Culture, Community - A Linux user's dream -- a Toronto coffee/internet cafe totally run on open source software. Offers good food, coffee, music, art, free WiFi, Linux distros, and Linux help.
Bookmark created on 2006-3-22.
Wireless Networking in the Developing World - Online Book - A practical guide to planning and building inexpensive telecommunications infrastructure; particularly suitable for people who have little or no Internet access. Available in PDF format only. Site has a wiki and mailing list. (2006)
Bookmark created on 2006-1-30.
Wireless Networking in the Developing World - Online Book - A practical guide to planning and building inexpensive telecommunications infrastructure; particularly suitable for people who have little or no Internet access. Available in PDF format only. Site has a wiki and mailing list. (2006)
Bookmark created on 2006-1-30.
DebianHelp.co.uk - Debian Help Made Easy - This Debian support site provides invaluable information about Debian for all user levels -- from beginners to experts. Includes basic Linux commands, Debian installation & setup, package management,webserver issues, security, and networking.
Bookmark created on 2006-1-24.
DebianHelp.co.uk - Debian Help Made Easy - This Debian support site provides invaluable information about Debian for all user levels -- from beginners to experts. Includes basic Linux commands, Debian installation & setup, package management,webserver issues, security, and networking.
Bookmark created on 2006-1-24.
The TCP/IP Guide - Online Book - One of the best sources for information on the TCP/IP protocol available today; written in a clear, concise manner, and is suitable both for the expert as well as the beginner. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-12-29.
The TCP/IP Guide - Online Book - One of the best sources for information on the TCP/IP protocol available today; written in a clear, concise manner, and is suitable both for the expert as well as the beginner. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-12-29.
Bluetooth and Linux - A comprehensive information site for Bluetooth on Linux; links to drivers, installation, troubleshooting, networking, software plus device-specific information.
Bookmark created on 2005-12-29.
Bluetooth and Linux - A comprehensive information site for Bluetooth on Linux; links to drivers, installation, troubleshooting, networking, software plus device-specific information.
Bookmark created on 2005-12-29.
Open Source Device Drivers - A resource guide for device driver developers; maintained by OSDL. Available in many languages.
Bookmark created on 2005-12-7.
OSS Watch - The GNU General Public License - An Overview - An excellent overview of the GPL license; includes some history, the primary features, how it works, common myths, and links for more information. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-11-17.
All About Linux - Helpful tips and tricks in using and administering Linux.
Bookmark created on 2005-11-1.
A Quick Primer On Unicode and Software Internationalization Under Linux and UNIX - A guide to the important open source software tools, including configuration and setup tips, to assist users involved with multilingual and internationalization Linux projects. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-10-13.
A Quick Primer On Unicode and Software Internationalization Under Linux and UNIX - A guide to the important open source software tools, including configuration and setup tips, to assist users involved with multilingual and internationalization Linux projects. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-10-13.
LinuxDevCenter Article - "What Is Linux" - An excellent summary article about Linux; covers the basics of what it is, its features, distributions, the Linux desktop, getting and installing Linux and obtaining support. This article is particularly suitable for beginners. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-10-7.
LiveDistro - A live CD information site; tracks release announcements of live CD projects, including the unusual distros; also provides resources such as HOWTOs, software tools, build tools and documentation.
Bookmark created on 2005-9-3.
The State of Linux Graphics - A review article about the current state of Linux desktop graphics. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-8-30.
The State of Linux Graphics - A review article about the current state of Linux desktop graphics. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-8-30.
LinuxDevCenter Article - " What Is the X Window System" - A detailed review article on the X Window System. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-8-28.
Independent Music Online - A portal for independent bands and artists. Here's an online music site that "gets it" -- Free, Libre Open Source Software (FLOSS) is used throughout the site; supports small, independent (non-RIAA-backed) musicians, with links to their websites; and a selection of music for download, which artists have made available.
Bookmark created on 2005-8-18.
Stellarium Astronomy Software - A cross-platform desktop planetarium, which renders 3D photo-realistic skies in real time with OpenGL; its ease-of-use is a big advantage.
Bookmark created on 2005-6-26.
Stellarium Astronomy Software - A cross-platform desktop planetarium, which renders 3D photo-realistic skies in real time with OpenGL; its ease-of-use is a big advantage.
Bookmark created on 2005-6-26.
Celestia - Cross-platform planetarium and space simulation software with a database of 100,000+ stars, and a catalogue of more than 100 objects in the solar system.
Bookmark created on 2005-6-23.
Celestia - Cross-platform planetarium and space simulation software with a database of 100,000+ stars, and a catalogue of more than 100 objects in the solar system.
Bookmark created on 2005-6-23.
PC Hardware Links - A treasure trove of hardware information including hardware links, processor charts, CPU electrical specifications, CPU socket chart, CPU speeds chart, and chipsets chart.
Bookmark created on 2005-6-17.
User Manual for GIMP 2 - A new multi-lingual manual for the GIMP. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-6-15.
User Manual for GIMP 2 - A new multi-lingual manual for the GIMP. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-6-15.
SUSE Linux Administrative Guide - A comprehensive SUSE guide for version 9.3.
Bookmark created on 2005-5-17.
SUSE Linux Administrative Guide - A comprehensive SUSE guide for version 9.3.
Bookmark created on 2005-5-17.
KernelTrap.org Feature - "The Linux Kernel Archives" - A cool article on the history and a behind-the-scenes look at kernel.org. Also includes a detailed report on the recent infrastructure upgrade. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-5-14.
GPL Violations Project - This project raises awareness of infringing uses of GPL software and acts as an information clearinghouse for reporting and dealing with violations.
Bookmark created on 2005-4-28.
Better SCM Initiative : Comparison - A detailed comparison of all the revision control systems.
Bookmark created on 2005-3-20.
Linux.com Article - "Why I love the GPL" - An outstanding article about the advantages of the GPL (GNU General Public License) and its importance to software freedom. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-3-9.
OSRC: The Operating System Resource Center - Extensive information about booting, file systems, memory, architecture, and interfacing with other devices; divided into hardware and software sections.
Bookmark created on 2005-2-19.
Ultimate Boot CD - Contains disk drive diagnostic tools as well as other diagnostic and management tools.
Bookmark created on 2005-2-14.
Planet Linux Australia - Links to blogs of prominent Australian Linux and open source developers using RSS aggregate software.
Bookmark created on 2005-2-7.
The MBROLA Project Homepage - The goal of this project is to collect a set of speech synthesizers for as many languages as possible, and provide them free for non-commercial and non-military applications.
Bookmark created on 2005-1-20.
The MBROLA Project Homepage - The goal of this project is to collect a set of speech synthesizers for as many languages as possible, and provide them free for non-commercial and non-military applications.
Bookmark created on 2005-1-20.
Linux.com Article - "10 ways to pay back the open source community" - An amazing article that summarizes the ways Linux users can give back to the community; a must read. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2005-1-11.
Open Clip Art Library - A large archives of clip art for users of open source applications such as Inkscape, Skencil, and Sodipodi.
Bookmark created on 2005-1-7.
KnoppMyth - A 500 MB bootable CD that installs a special Linux version with all the MythTV commands; allows the user to get MythTV up and running easily.
Bookmark created on 2004-12-30.
Album - An easy-to-use HTML photo album generator that supports themes.
Bookmark created on 2004-12-21.
Album - An easy-to-use HTML photo album generator that supports themes.
Bookmark created on 2004-12-21.
Unofficial Ubuntu 6.10 (Edgy Eft) Starter Guide - A detailed guide to the 6.10 (Edgey Eft) version; essential reading for Ubuntu users; there are links to older versions of this guide - 6.10 (Dapper Drake) and 5.10 (Breezy Badger); all guides are available in many languages.
Bookmark created on 2004-12-13.
Unofficial Ubuntu 6.10 (Edgy Eft) Starter Guide - A detailed guide to the 6.10 (Edgey Eft) version; essential reading for Ubuntu users; there are links to older versions of this guide - 6.10 (Dapper Drake) and 5.10 (Breezy Badger); all guides are available in many languages.
Bookmark created on 2004-12-13.
Debian GNU/Linux FAI Guide (Fully Automatic Installation) - This comprehensive manual includes information on installation, planning and creating the configuration and how to deal with errors. (2007)
Bookmark created on 2004-12-13.
Debian GNU/Linux FAI Guide (Fully Automatic Installation) - This comprehensive manual includes information on installation, planning and creating the configuration and how to deal with errors. (2007)
Bookmark created on 2004-12-13.
Piet Zwart Institute - A Guide To Open Content Licences - A handy reference guide to the 19 most common open content licenses. (2004)
Bookmark created on 2004-12-12.
Version-Control and SCMs for Linux - A reference list of source-code management/ software-configuration management (SCM)and version-control systems on Linux.
Bookmark created on 2004-12-5.
TuxMobil: Linux Applications for the Palm and Visor PDA - A handy guide to applications for the Palm and Visor PDAs; organized by subject category, each application has a short description and links for further information.
Bookmark created on 2004-11-29.
TuxMobil: Linux with PDAs and Handheld PCs - A handy site for information on companies supporting Linux PDAs, links to accessories/equipment, documentation, software relating to Linux PDAs and handhelds.
Bookmark created on 2004-11-29.
Python 3D Software - A collection of 3D Python software with descriptions, license information, subject category and links.
Bookmark created on 2004-11-20.
Python 3D Software - A collection of 3D Python software with descriptions, license information, subject category and links.
Bookmark created on 2004-11-20.
ONLamp.com Article - "Open Source and Free Documentation Licenses, Part 3: The Open Gaming License" - A review article on the Open Gaming License; final article in this seres. (2004)
Bookmark created on 2004-11-5.
No Software Patents! - Campaign against the legalization of software patents in Europe; a multi-lingual site.
Bookmark created on 2004-10-20.
Linux Reviews - A comprehensive Linux information site for the beginner to the expert user; includes Linux news, articles, tips & tricks, reviews and HOWTOs.
Bookmark created on 2004-10-14.
Linux Reviews - A comprehensive Linux information site for the beginner to the expert user; includes Linux news, articles, tips & tricks, reviews and HOWTOs.
Bookmark created on 2004-10-14.
ONLamp.com Article - "Open Source and Free Documentation Licenses, Part 2: The Open Publication License" - A review article on the Open Public License. (2004)
Bookmark created on 2004-10-13.
ONLamp.com Article "Open Source and Free Documentation Licenses, Part 1: The GNU FDL" - A review article on the Free Documentation License. (2004)
Bookmark created on 2004-10-13.
The Comprehensive R Archive Network (CRAN) - A network of ftp and web servers around the world that store identical, up-to-date, versions of code and documentation for R.
Bookmark created on 2004-10-8.
PhpMyFAQ - Open Source FAQ System for PHP and MySQL - An open source FAQ system using PHP and available for many databases. Excellent multilingual support - available in 36 languages. Latest release is 2.0.7, 2008-05-12.
Bookmark created on 2004-10-5.
Free Electrons - Free Embedded Linux Training - Training materials on embedded Linux kernel & driver development, new features in the 2.6 kernel, real-time embedded Linux systems, development tools, Java in embedded Linux systems, and introduction to uClinux. Available in many languages.
Bookmark created on 2004-9-30.
Games for Linux - A searchable Linux games database; for each game the following information is provided: subject category, author, description, size, tarball, dependencies, homepage, operating system, and user rating.
Bookmark created on 2004-9-27.
Screen Presentation Tools - A handy reference guide to tools for creating screen or online presentations; each entry includes a brief description, examples, requirements, a link to the homepage, and copyright and license information. Most of the listed entries are LaTeX-based; office software not included.
Bookmark created on 2004-9-16.
MIDI Technical Fanatic's Brainwashing Center - An excellent resource site for everthing MIDI, including tutorials, documentation, MIDI files, software programs.
Bookmark created on 2004-9-14.
(:^tuxs.org) - A Friendly Penguin To Help You Get Started With Linux - A recommended site for Linux beginners; information presented is written in a non-technical, easy to understand style.
Bookmark created on 2004-8-24.
BW Online Interview - Linus Torvalds' Benevolent Dictatorship - An excellent interview with Linus. Notable quote: "I am a dictator, but it's the right kind of dictatorship. ... I'm not so much a leader, I'm more of a shepherd. Now all the kernel developers will read that and say, 'He's comparing us to sheep.' It's more like herding cats." (2004)
Bookmark created on 2004-8-18.
Furthur Network - A non-commercial, open source, peer-to-peer network of legal live music created by fans for fans.
Bookmark created on 2004-8-4.
Hydrogenaudio Forums - An extensive resource site for audio technology users.
Bookmark created on 2004-5-26.
Hydrogenaudio Forums - An extensive resource site for audio technology users.
Bookmark created on 2004-5-26.
Quick Reference Guide to Free Software Revision Control Systems - A handy table summarizing the main features of various revision control systems plus many useful links.
Bookmark created on 2004-3-21.
List of Linux Live CDs - A comprehensive list of Linux-based Live CDs; seachable by primary function of the distribution.
Bookmark created on 2004-2-27.
SystemRescueCd - This is the ultimate, cross-platform system rescue power tool based on the Gentoo distribution, and comes with tons of features for every eventuality. Also available in French and Spanish.
Bookmark created on 2004-2-15.
SystemRescueCd - This is the ultimate, cross-platform system rescue power tool based on the Gentoo distribution, and comes with tons of features for every eventuality. Also available in French and Spanish.
Bookmark created on 2004-2-15.
Lynucs.org : Homepage - The Free Desktop Screenshot Archive - Linux Screenshots - Archive of screenshots along with free and open source Linux applications for the desktop; the value-added feature of this site is the listing of applications used for each screenshot with links to other screenshots using the listed applications; a multi-lingual site.
Bookmark created on 2004-1-20.
Linux Mobile Guide - A guide for users of Linux and laptops, notebooks, PDAs and other mobile computers. Formerly known as the Linux-Laptop-HOWTO. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2004-1-4.
Linux Mobile Guide - A guide for users of Linux and laptops, notebooks, PDAs and other mobile computers. Formerly known as the Linux-Laptop-HOWTO. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2004-1-4.
Linux Mobile Guide - A guide for users of Linux and laptops, notebooks, PDAs and other mobile computers. Formerly known as the Linux-Laptop-HOWTO. (2005)
Bookmark created on 2004-1-4.
Linux Audio Users Guide - A comprehensive site of HOWTOs and FAQs and other basic documentation. The documentation found on this site mostly deals with sound drivers, recording, MIDI and music production techniques for a GNU/Linux environment.
Bookmark created on 2003-12-3.
Linux Audio Users Guide - A comprehensive site of HOWTOs and FAQs and other basic documentation. The documentation found on this site mostly deals with sound drivers, recording, MIDI and music production techniques for a GNU/Linux environment.
Bookmark created on 2003-12-3.
IBM devloperWorks: Linux Zone: Windows-to-Linux Roadmap: Series Overview - A nine-part series roadmap for developers making the transition to Linux; a little dated (2003), but the information is still relevant.
Bookmark created on 2003-11-28.
IBM devloperWorks: Linux Zone: Windows-to-Linux Roadmap: Series Overview - A nine-part series roadmap for developers making the transition to Linux; a little dated (2003), but the information is still relevant.
Bookmark created on 2003-11-28.
LinuxElectrons - Linux with a hardware slant - Features primarily hardware news, but also includes general Linux news, distro news, forums, and reviews.
Bookmark created on 2003-11-14.
LinuxElectrons - Linux with a hardware slant - Features primarily hardware news, but also includes general Linux news, distro news, forums, and reviews.
Bookmark created on 2003-11-14.
APT for SUSE HOWTO - A detailed HOWTO on the Advanced Package Tool (APT) for SUSE users; includes tips and tricks, package repositories, new rpms added to the apt repository, and documentation. (2006)
Bookmark created on 2003-10-2.
APT for SUSE HOWTO - A detailed HOWTO on the Advanced Package Tool (APT) for SUSE users; includes tips and tricks, package repositories, new rpms added to the apt repository, and documentation. (2006)
Bookmark created on 2003-10-2.
Linux Online - Distributions and FTP Sites - A searchable database by language, category and platform. Each entry has a link to the homepage and download area plus a short description.
Bookmark created on 2003-7-3.
Computer Technology Documentation Project (CTDP) Linux Operating Systems Section - Features Augustin Velasco's Linux Manual (4 volumes), Linux Users' Guide, How Linux Works Guide, Linux Files and Command Reference, HOWTOs, Linux Startup Manual, and Linux Programmer's Guide - all available online or in PDF format.
Bookmark created on 2003-6-19.
Linux Virgins.com - A gentle guide for 1st time Linux users - A recommended guide for easy migration to Linux for Windows users as experienced by web author, Michael Davis.
Bookmark created on 2003-3-26.
Various Licenses and Comments about Them - GNU Project - Free Software Foundation (FSF) - Lists of licenses (with links) for software (GPL-compatible, GPL-incompatible, non-free; documentation (free andnon-free) and works besides software and documentation.
Bookmark created on 2003-3-10.
Linux Security Documentation and Resources - A comprehensive resouce centre; includes FAQs/HOWTOs, forums, whitepapers, resources on firewalls, host security, cryptography, network security, intrusion detection, securing Linux systems, a quick reference guide, and an administrator's guide.
Bookmark created on 2003-2-15.
Linux Security Documentation and Resources - A comprehensive resouce centre; includes FAQs/HOWTOs, forums, whitepapers, resources on firewalls, host security, cryptography, network security, intrusion detection, securing Linux systems, a quick reference guide, and an administrator's guide.
Bookmark created on 2003-2-15.
PostgreSQL Technical Documentation - An excellent, up-to-date site for PostgreSQL documentation, including tutorials, installation guides, known bugs and fixes, cookbooks, reference manuals/guides, books and lots of related resources.
Bookmark created on 2003-2-2.
PostgreSQL Technical Documentation - An excellent, up-to-date site for PostgreSQL documentation, including tutorials, installation guides, known bugs and fixes, cookbooks, reference manuals/guides, books and lots of related resources.
Bookmark created on 2003-2-2.
Planet CCRMA at Home - A collection of rpms for RedHat 9 or Fedora Core 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 to create an audio/video-oriented workstation with a low-latency kernel, current ALSA audio drivers and a set of music, midi, audio and video applications.
Bookmark created on 2003-2-1.
Planet CCRMA at Home - A collection of rpms for RedHat 9 or Fedora Core 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 to create an audio/video-oriented workstation with a low-latency kernel, current ALSA audio drivers and a set of music, midi, audio and video applications.
Bookmark created on 2003-2-1.
The LWN.net Linux and Free Software Timeline - Linux year in review for 2007. Links included for the 1998 - 2006 Timelines.
Bookmark created on 2002-12-22.
FooBillard - Project Page - A free OpenGL billard game for Linux with realistic physics, an AI-player and many game types such as pool, carambol, or snooker.
Bookmark created on 2002-12-18.
Doom9.net - The Definitive DVD Backup Resource - A goldmine of information about DVD backups (ripping); contains news, guides, FAQs, downloads, glossary of terms, and useful links; a multilingual site.
Bookmark created on 2002-11-27.
Doom9.net - The Definitive DVD Backup Resource - A goldmine of information about DVD backups (ripping); contains news, guides, FAQs, downloads, glossary of terms, and useful links; a multilingual site.
Bookmark created on 2002-11-27.
Librenix/: Linux Sysadmin Central - Full-featured site containing breaking news; articles and information on the Linux kernel and distributions, BSD, software applications, security, system administration.
Bookmark created on 2002-11-23.
The R Project for Statistical Computing - One of the best statistics software packages for Linux.
Bookmark created on 2002-10-31.
The freshrpms.net Homepage - Custom RPMs for Red Hat and Fedora Linux; also has a mailing list and archives.
Bookmark created on 2002-10-27.
The freshrpms.net Homepage - Custom RPMs for Red Hat and Fedora Linux; also has a mailing list and archives.
Bookmark created on 2002-10-27.
Linux OV511/OV518 Driver - A set of drivers for the OmniVision OV5xx series of chips; these are USB-only video capture chips used in many webcam devices, and some TV-capture devices. Site also includes a list of supported cameras and webcams, status of chipsets and features, application support, FAQ and technical documentation, sample images, and links.
Bookmark created on 2002-9-22.
Frequently Asked Questions about the GNU GPL - GNU Project - Free Software Foundation (FSF) - A detailed FAQ about the GPL license; a "must read".
Bookmark created on 2002-8-28.
Frequently Asked Questions about the GNU GPL - GNU Project - Free Software Foundation (FSF) - A detailed FAQ about the GPL license; a "must read".
Bookmark created on 2002-8-28.
LWN Security Vulnerabilities Database - This is the main page for LWN.net's security vulnerability database.
Bookmark created on 2002-6-8.
Web browsers for Linux - An extensive list of Linux browsers, with detailed information for each, including status, operating system, intended audience, license; found in the freshmeat.net Browsers (Linux) category.
Bookmark created on 2002-6-2.
Help Net Security - Excellent meta site for webserver security, news, software and information.
Bookmark created on 2002-5-14.
Help Net Security - Excellent meta site for webserver security, news, software and information.
Bookmark created on 2002-5-14.
Lm_sensors - Linux Hardware Monitoring - Hardware health monitoring software.
Bookmark created on 2002-5-13.
Linux-Kernel Archive - This searchable Kernel archive dates back to June, 1995.
Bookmark created on 2002-4-19.
Linux-Kernel Archive - This searchable Kernel archive dates back to June, 1995.
Bookmark created on 2002-4-19.
Linux Accessibility Resource Site - A comprehensive summary of the work of the Linux accessibility community; includes information on what is currently being done to improve access; lists software projects, documentation, as well as community events.
Bookmark created on 2002-4-15.
Linux Accessibility Resource Site - A comprehensive summary of the work of the Linux accessibility community; includes information on what is currently being done to improve access; lists software projects, documentation, as well as community events.
Bookmark created on 2002-4-15.
Linux Information Portal - Help and Information - Provides many tutorials, guides and links.
Bookmark created on 2002-4-10.
Linux Information Portal - Help and Information - Provides many tutorials, guides and links.
Bookmark created on 2002-4-10.
Valgrind - A suite of tools for debugging and profiling Linux programs; currently includes five tools: two memory error detectors, a thread error detector, a cache profiler and a heap profiler.
Bookmark created on 2002-3-15.
Tom's Hardware Guide - One of the best websites for PC hardware information; available in many languages.
Bookmark created on 2002-3-10.
PowerPC Linux - The best site for Linux PowerPC information.
Bookmark created on 2002-3-7.
Linux Game List - A searchable database of well-established Linux games.
Bookmark created on 2002-2-18.
LinuxDevices.com - Articles & White Papers About Linux in Embedded Applications - Includes: Linux PDAs Quick Reference Guide, other Quick Reference Guides on different aspects of embedded Linux systems, plus articles and whitepapers about Linux-PDAs and PDA-Linux.
Bookmark created on 2002-1-20.
Procmail Quick Start: An introduction to mail filtering with a focus on procmail by Nancy McGough - A comprehensive tutorial on Procmail; latest revision: May, 2005.
Bookmark created on 2002-1-13.
Procmail Quick Start: An introduction to mail filtering with a focus on procmail by Nancy McGough - A comprehensive tutorial on Procmail; latest revision: May, 2005.
Bookmark created on 2002-1-13.
The Degree Confluence Project - The goal of the project is to organize a sampling of the world by visiting each of the latitude and longitude integer degree intersections and taking pictures at each location.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-24.
The Open Watcom Project - Open source Sybase Watcom C/C++ and Fortran compiler project.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-24.
Spammimic - Hide a Message in Spam - Encrypt email to look like spam.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-24.
Xine - A free multimedia player; plays CDs, DVDs, and VCDs; decodes multimedia files from local disk drives, and displays multimedia streamed over the Internet.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-24.
T.E.G. - Tenes Empanadas Graciela (Risk clone) - A cross-platform clone of 'Plan Tactico y Estrategico de la Guerra', which is a pseudo-clone of Risk, a multi-player, turn-based strategy game with a GNOME interface. Available in English and Spanish. Latest release is 0.11.2, 2007-03-14.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-24.
T.E.G. - Tenes Empanadas Graciela (Risk clone) - A cross-platform clone of 'Plan Tactico y Estrategico de la Guerra', which is a pseudo-clone of Risk, a multi-player, turn-based strategy game with a GNOME interface. Available in English and Spanish. Latest release is 0.11.2, 2007-03-14.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-24.
Marathon: Aleph One - An open source descendant of Bungie's _Marathon 2_ first-person 3D shooting game. Latest stable release is 0.20, 2008-06-21.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-24.
VideoLAN - VLC Media Player - A cross-platform media player which can also act as a server to stream a wide variety of formats including MPEG 1,2, and 4, dvds, satellite and ground-based digital TV.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-24.
Autopilot UAV - A command and control system for helicopters and can be extended for fixed wing aircraft.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-22.
Twibright Labs - Ronja (Reasonable Optical Near Joint Access) - A free technology optical datalink project.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-22.
Quanta Plus Web Development Environment - A web development tool for the KDE Desktop; designed for quick web development. Latest stable release is 3.5.9, 2008-02-20.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-22.
Quanta Plus Web Development Environment - A web development tool for the KDE Desktop; designed for quick web development. Latest stable release is 3.5.9, 2008-02-20.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-22.
GKrellM Plugins - A definitive list of GKrellM plugins; also includes links to GKrellM2 and 1.2.x documentation.
Bookmark created on 2001-12-19.