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Debian Version 6 Released

March 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment

The Debian project has recently release version 6 of the operating system which has been in development for 2 years.

This release does not contain a lot of new features – unlike new releases for other Linux products like Ubuntu or Fedora. However, this fact may be a feature for some Debian users who appreciate the stability of the product. IT managers will not have to set up upgrades for the company computer system or training sessions for the workers. The software included in the release typically has been tested and most bugs have been worked out.

Some features that are included in the Debian release include the Google Chrome web browser and the latest versions of GNOME and KDE 4. An interesting software inclusion is OpenOffice.org. Other Linux releases have switched to LibreOffice which is a version of OpenOffice.org that will remain free no matter what Oracle decides to do with the licensing of OpenOffice.org. Debian has already made the switch. Debian has also taken some ideas from other Linux applications; some of the software management tools from Ubuntu are now available in Debian.  Ubuntu’s Software Center and Management Update Tools are part of the Debian version 6 release.

For installation, you can use a network-based install media which allows all of the pending updates to be grabbed during the installation. There is also a LiveCD version available which allows users to try out the system before they install it on their hard drive. Debian has also managed to remove all non-free firmware from the installation.

Debian 6 offers stability for users who enjoy open source and the freedom it offers.

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The Advancement of Internet on the Go

December 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment

With the advancement of computers and the introduction into the Internet age long behind everyone, the world turns it’s attention to the mobile lifestyle that so many lead. There are smart phones that have become the standard in the cell phone industry. These smart phones will answer email, compose email, play music and videos, and even allow users to surf the web. All in all it’s one of the best inventions that has come out in the last 50 years. However, there are many who require so much more for their busy lives. There are those that require there computer to be with them everywhere. For this the digital age has answered back with internet on the go.

The use of the Internet in the home is a common as the placement of a television in the living room, but people are no longer viewing the Internet as something they needed some of the time. These days the Internet is something they needed all of the time. Companies who recognize this have started offering their customers the laptop connect card. These cards are inserted into a USB port and from there it hooks up to the local wireless network in the area. Then the user, whether they are at an airport or the local coffee shop, are instantly connected.

The big deal for most users is the price. There is an enormous differences when you get through price. Some companies are offering them as an add on to the home service they provide. Many users might find this to be a little out of their price range. For others they offer the connect as a stand alone service. For these companies it becomes about reliability. There is no doubt that in the next few years these will become a staple of internet service. People are demanding that they get their Internet wherever they want and where there is a want, money can be made.

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The Case Against Internet On The Go

December 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment

No one wants to wait these days. It’s a curious thing, but the world has quickly become and “here and now” place. People don’t have the patience to wait till they get home to check their email or view the latest YouTube video. There is a need to have things here and now. This need can sometimes overwhelm the consumer. It can make them feel as if they need the latest gadget now, or that the latest convenience is for them and will really benefit their life. For many it’s a trap. It’s a way to get something that doesn’t need to be gotten. This is the case for many with Internet on the Go.

More and more people are thinking about taking out their existing home service for Internet On The Go. It’s a common problem most people have. They believe that getting an internet service that will take them anywhere is going to be the answer, but in truth it’s a falsehood. There aren’t very many reasons to get the service, but there are a couple of reasons to avoid it.

The first reason is that the need for you to take your computer to a location other than work or home(where you presumably have the Internet, or at least a computer there with access to the Internet) probably doesn’t exist. This makes the majority of the time in a day around a provided Internet service. And of course don’t forget that many coffee shops and other public places have free wi-fi. That’s a big deal in whether or not to get something that a person will spend their hard earned money on.

The other issue comes down to coverage. Many of these wireless cards are for companies that don’t have a good coverage map. All that does is make it a waste of time to purchase an Internet on the Go card that doesn’t let the user be on the go.

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The Reason for Internet On The Go

December 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment

There is a lot of time that people spend out of the house, or away from their desk. It’s a busy life that most people lead and for that reason there has to be accommodations to keep up with that busy life. For many, part of the answer has been the smart phone. The smart phone has been a tremendous boost to the busy small business owner or just average person on the go. It will answer and read email, show a video, or play a song that was downloaded or off the Internet. However, for some the smart phone isn’t enough to satisfy the needs of a busy life. For that reason there is the Internet on the Go.

For those that don’t know, the Internet on the Go is a mobile internet USB port. You slide it in and it connects to the services closest Internet signal. It’s becoming all the rage and for a few very good reasons. Let’s take a look at a few of those reasons now.

Portability

If it wasn’t stated well enough previously, there are a large number of people who can’t handle just a smart phone. They need more because their lives require them to do more. Perhaps you are working on a paper prior to a class. Rather than have to get to a central location, this allows you to sit anywhere on campus and take care of your homework. You can email it to your teacher before class begins.

Better Network

There are those that will try and sell you on the other Internet networks in the free wi-fi spots. The problem with wi-fi is that in a central location there are a number of people all pulling from the same network. This only causes to create a slower Internet connection. You, on the other hand, can use your wireless card and get a much faster connection which will make it easier to get work done.

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Making A Decision on Internet To Go

December 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment

These days life doesn’t take place all in one location. For most people there lives are on the go. They have their smart phones and they have the various different ways of communication, but for some they need Internet access wherever they go. Sure, there are many public places that have free wi-fi, but that isn’t always the case. For many there is a severe need for Internet on the move. You would have to be living under a rock to not have seen the Internet on the move. It’s all over and everyone seems to be offering it. That doesn’t mean that it’s ok to go with anyone you see. As a matter of fact there are many bad choices out there. Here are a few of the ways to make a smart choice on your mobile internet.

The first thing to do is consider the company. Not all companies are alike. It’s risky to go with a mobile provider if they don’t have experience working the wireless. You are best going with a company that does the Internet as part of their brand. For many of the people out there it’s a big difference between the service so make sure that you go with a pro and not an amateur.

The next thing, and arguably more important, is the coverage that it provides. There is no sense in paying for a service if it isn’t capable of reaching the heights that it should. So before you put down your hard earned money to pay for a service you want to go the website and simple check the coverage map. Checking these maps will be a great way to see if the areas that you are in a lot are covered by the service. If they are not, or if they are on the fringe then you might want to consider going with another service. You want to pay for a service you can use.

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The Necessity of Streaming: Online Casino Games

December 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment

The notion of Microsoft offends you. The suggestion of Macintosh displeases. All systems are failures, you’re certain, when compared to the convenience of Linux — its open software has no equal; its speed and easy brilliance cannot be denied. All other platforms are therefore without merit. They can offer no value to you. They can only falter.

And yet the world doesn’t seem to share your (obviously correct) opinion. Sites refuse to allow you access. Programs become corrupted, unable to meet the demands of your hardware. There is no compatibility. There is not even the attempt of it. Your beloved Linux is branded a futility, thought to be too much of an effort to match.

And because of this most online casino games cannot be placed onto your computer. They’re dependent instead upon the more common browsers, unable to comply to your needs. You think this proof of absurdity. After all, you deserve to play as others do. You have earned the right to test your skills. No game should deny you. No software should be beyond your reach. The majority, however, will be — and you must instead look to the streaming alternatives.

Linux (despite its abilities) is not a typical choice. There are other brands that dominate and sites therefore depend on them for all software decisions. Those still wishing to play, however, can consider the streaming ability. By utilizing programs like Java or Shockwave, users can enter rooms without downloading them. The game is instead hosted by the casino itself. Through this any individual can access poker, blackjack and more — without being limited by a platform. And, this is vital for those who wish to remain loyal to Linux.

Streaming can be found on most virtual casinos. No applications beyond basic plug-ins are required and games are often free.

It’s not impossible to enjoy online gaming. It merely must be redefined.

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PTC to Offer New CAD App

November 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Computer-aided design (CAD) software has positively influenced the design industry from graphic designers to architects to other occupations in need of 2D and 3D blueprinting. Like other types of software programs, manufacturers are always trying to find ways to improve on older software versions. This isn’t always about convincing people to spend money they don’t need to spend. Sometimes it really is about improving the existing product, whether that’s fixing glitches or adding new tools to a program.

While many companies are working on new products, PTC has announced that it will release the next generation of CAD programs. The company hopes its new line will allow PTC to integrate its system with its partners’. This could improve developmental opportunities while allowing PTC to offer better services.

PTC hopes the new line will put it back at the top of the CAD market. According to James Heppelmann, the CEO for PTC, this new release is the first step in a 20-year plan designed to keep PTC at the forefront of 2D and 3D design software. The company has been beta testing the software under the name Project Lightning. A formal release of the project is set for summer 2011. It will have seven applications in the suite. Once that hits the market, PTC will follow up with version 2.0 in the fall of the same year.

As for the reason for the new software, PTC reports the new design should solve problems with CAD software that have negatively affected CAD design for the past several years. One of the problems the software address is interoperability. The new system will allow users to work in multiple CAD system and use information designed in other CAD software. That means a person can take a design from PTC’s Pro/Engineer and not only open in the new program but edit it, too.

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