Pick the Ubuntu distribution that is right for you. Learn the differences among the different Ubuntu derivatives.

Aug 31, 2010 - Fernando Ibanez

Virtualization is used by large organizations for improved management & security of servers. Virtual PC can be used on desktop computers to get the same benefits.

Oct 15, 2008 - Neil Tucker

Many have wanted to try out Linux but were afraid of setting it up. Using a LiveDVD, Linux can now be run on any computer without doing an installation.

Oct 16, 2008 - Neil Tucker

Finding massively multi-player online games that do not require expertise with the Penguin is possible. A computer users just has to look around a little

May 10, 2008 - Shawn Landis

The popular open source OS has gained popularity with Ubuntu making it easier to use, but the lack of attention from game designers has been discouraging.

Feb 15, 2008 - Shawn Landis

Smaller Distributions continue to gain popularity. A reason might their intentional combo of style and function, starting with Desktop Environments.

Feb 16, 2010 - Ben Lingenfelter

Arch Linux is fast Linux based operating system that strives to be simple. It runs just as well on older hardware as on new.

Nov 23, 2011 - Nicholas Trevena

You don't own a Kindle eReader, your OS is Ubuntu, and you want to read these eBook formats. Learn how to modify your system to read Amazon.com's format.

Jun 17, 2011 - Melanie Zoltan

XFCE stands on the verge of greatness, ready to join the ranks of heavy-hitters Gnome and KDE. What does it offer? Speed. And all of a sudden, hardware support.

Feb 28, 2010 - Ben Lingenfelter

Installing virtualization software on personal computers offers many advantages on home and office computers. Security, stability, and privacy are among the benefits.

Nov 15, 2009 - Joe Poniatowski

There's nothing worse than trying linux (loading a new operating system) and learning the b43xx wireless card doesn't work any more. Here are some distros that work OotB.

Jan 27, 2010 - Ben Lingenfelter

Ubuntu, Fedora, openSUSE & Mandriva becoming too vanilla? How about MoonOS or PC/OS Linux or Masonux or GoblinX? There are hundreds of Linux flavors out there. Try a few.

Mar 21, 2010 - Ben Lingenfelter

As storage space in Flash Drives (Pen Drives) grows, the ability to turn them into mini-computers has also blossomed. Certain Linux distros have tapped into that market.

Jan 23, 2010 - Ben Lingenfelter

There are compelling reasons to encrypt information on personal computers. Here are some free alternatives for encrypting your data, with the pros and cons of each.

Aug 28, 2009 - Joe Poniatowski

Virtualization products like VMware Workstation and Virtual PC can be used to improve backup / restore options and secure other aspects of the computing experience.

Oct 16, 2008 - Neil Tucker

Using computing logic at computing speeds, it is possible to do things that seem impossible, such as multiplexing available memory and other computing resources.

Jul 24, 2009 - T. Gopinathan

Conventional and unconventional ways to increase notebook and desktop speed, for technical and non-technical users. From simple maintenance tricks to major overhauls.

Nov 9, 2009 - Yuen Kit Mun

VMWare Fusion is one of the fastest, most stable, and best performing virtualization solutions for running Microsoft Windows 7 and Windows XP on Mac OS X.

Aug 25, 2010 - John Wu