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5 Things New Linux Converts Should Know

Saturday, June 12, 2010

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If you’ve recently converted to Linux from Windows, or if you’re just giving Linux a shot, there are a few things you need to know right off the bat about how Linux works and where the major differences are when compared to Windows. Some of the fundamental components are different between the two operating systems, [...]

Ubuntu as Mom’s Operating System

Monday, March 29, 2010

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A lot of tech-savvy indivuals face the same dilema: their parents, who aren’t so tech-savvy, count on them to provide constant technical support for their Mom & Dad PC.  This can become an incredible burden in a Windows world, where the dangers of spyware, viruses, and total system meltdown loom large.  I’ve found that the [...]

10 Steps to Convert a Windows User to Linux

Monday, March 2, 2009

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Introduction With Linux becoming more popular and easier to use, more and more people are adopting it as their primary operating system. But the transformation from Windows user to Linux user can be a tough road to take. Most new users become long-term users because they have friends that introduce Linux to them, and help [...]

8 Ways to Get Help with Ubuntu Linux

Monday, March 2, 2009

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No matter what operating system you use, be it Windows, Mac OS, or Linux, you’re inevitably going to run into some problems. But, especially with Ubuntu Linux, there’s a wealth of information to help get you through your crisis. Below are eight ways to get help when you have a problem with Ubuntu. 1. Google [...]

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