I brought out the OpenBSD 4.7-stable laptop and ran the latest patch
Now that I know how to patch my OpenBSD-release installation and keep it updated to -stable and had occasion to pull out the Toshiba Satellite 1100-S101 now running 4.7-stable, I applied the latest patch, then rebuilt and rebooted into the kernel.
Script to backup MySQL tables and send them to your email
This is a nice script to automatically backup your MySQL tables and send them to your email.
Synaptic Package Manager Beginners Guide For Ubuntu Users
Synaptic is a graphical user interface (GUI) for managing software packages on Debian-based distributions. If you are using Debian or Ubuntu you will easily find Synaptic in the System Tools menu or in the Administration menu. Synaptic uses the GTK graphic libraries . So, if you are using GNOME on your debian-based distro you will probably have Synaptic installed as well. Synaptic is a graphical package management program for apt. It provides the same features as the apt-get command line utility with a GUI front-end based on Gtk+.
10 Killer Firefox Tips, Tricks and Shortcuts
One of the reasons for the popularity of the Firefox browser is the wealth of downloadable add-ons, and the customization options available via the about:config hacks. However, there are some tidy tricks you can employ from within the “as is” browser that can greatly improve your web surfing experience. These simple but powerful tips and tricks for the open source browser will have you cruising the web faster and smarter in no time. So, if you’re a Firefox user, check out these 10 features we’ve highlighted and, as always, please do share any other Firefox hints you’ve found useful in the comments.
Autokey: Make Your Own Keyboard Shortcuts In Linux
Few days ago, we discussed the usefulness of Spark and how it enables you to create custom shortcut keys in Mac. Alternatively, in Windows, we can use the popular AutoHotKey to create custom shortcuts. So what about Linux? Autokey is probably the best answer. AutoKey is a desktop automation utility for Linux and X11. It allows you to create scripts and assign hotkeys to these scripts, allowing you to execute them on demand in whatever program you are using.
Goodbye OpenOffice. LibreOffice, Here I Come!
I was ecstatic today to hear the news that former members of the OpenOffice.org Foundation have decided to create a fork of OpenOffice called LibreOffice. This fork will be a democratic and community-driven project, free from the dubious motivations of Oracle Corporation. I suspected that someone would eventually do something like this, but I was not expecting it so soon.
6 Useful Nautilus Extensions and Scripts You Should Know
The level of modification possible with Nautilus is enormous and some of them were included in our 8 not-so-common nautilus hacks and improvements post. And now, we are going to introduce a bunch of useful Nautilus scripts which can further extend the functionality of nautilus in a big way.
Red Hat Responds to USPTO Request for Guidance on Bilski
Yesterday Red Hat has submitted comments to the U.S Patent and Trademark Office regarding interpretation of the Supreme Court’s Bilski decision. The submission was made in response to the PTO’s request for public comments to assist it in determining how to apply the Supreme Court’s decision in that case. Although the Bilski decision did not expressly address the standards for refusing to allow software patents, interpretation of the decision will determine whether certain patents are granted. Thus the PTO’s approach to examining patent applications will have a substantial effect on the patent landscape.
2 Chrome/Chromium Extension Made Specially for Ubuntu Users
Firefox have many add-ons that are created specially for Ubuntu Users like TerminalRun. Chromium extension developers were not ready to fall behind and created couple of extensions that are specially suited for Ubuntu users. So I decided to share these two extensions available as of now.
Linux in Schools
Why schools should have students use and learn Linux instead of some other OS. What computer operating system should students learn at school? Most schools use MS Windows or Mac, but a number have switched or are in the process of switching to Linux. For schools the advantages are lower costs, greater security, no viruses or spyware, easier upgrades and better reliability. Lastly, there are very few licensing hassles or concerns about pirated software.