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Ubuntu a promising new Linux Distribution

By theantixWed Sep 29th, 2004 at 03:52:31 PM EST The past month has introduced an interesting new distribution that is based on the Gnome and Debian projects. Ubuntu Linux is the end-user-oriented distribution funded by Mark Shuttleworth's company Canonical. source : http://www.kuro5hin.org/print/2004/9/28/211242/712Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

Ten power tools for the mobile Linux user

Linux on the laptop Ten power tools for the mobile Linux user by Jonathan A. Zdziarski Over the past few years, Linux has migrated out of the machine room and onto the desktop, even the laptop. Like Linux on servers, Linux on personal computers offers speed, reliability, and a host of varied, powerful, and sophisticated applications. But where the desktop is quite commonplace, laptops...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

HOW TO: Remove/Uninstall windows Messenger

On a Windows XP systemClick Start > RunType the following text (Or copy and paste it into the command text box) RunDll32 advpack.dll,LaunchINFSection %windir%\INF\msmsgs.inf,BLC.Remove Click OK Windows Messenger should be successfully removed source : http://www.dougknox.com/xp/tips/xp_messenger_remove.htmLast Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

A brief history of Linux

In the late 1970's Microsoft licensed UNIX source code from AT&T which at the time was not licensing the name UNIX. Therefore Microsoft created the name Xenix. Microsoft did not sell Xenix to end-users but instead licensed the software to software OEMs such as Intel, Tandy, Altos and SCO who then provided a finished version of their own Xenix to the end-users or other customers. SCO introduced...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

Is Your Son A Hacker?

This is some hilarious stuff. I could not stop laughing. Original post: http://adequacy.org/public/stories/2001.12.2.42056.2147.html Another related post : http://www.theregister.co.uk/2002/01/11/is_your_son_a_computer/ source : http://www.albinoblacksheep.com/archive/20011209-son.htmlLast Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

LinksMaster links

This guy has put together a very simple, functional and detailed site.I especially like the Driver Installation Order Nice work man.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

Windows XP Accessories Replacements

Scott Hanselman blogged about a cool replacement for Paint.exe in Microsoft Windows. Readers of his blog went on to suggest more utilities that can be used to replace other default utilities in windows. The blog and comments can be found here. source : http://www.hanselman.com/blog/CommentView.aspx?guid=00f9b498 ...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

AMD's QuantiSpeed Architecture

QuantiSpeed™ ArchitectureReal-World Application Performance One of the most important aspects of a computer system is the amount of time it takes to complete any given task. The microprocessor is at the heart of the computer, supplying life to the system. For that reason, the microprocessor is a component in determining the effectiveness of a computer system to execute specific tasks in the...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

Receivers and Wattage Ratings

While taking a certification today, I found out some interesting information about receivers. The most interesting part is the fact that I thought I knew this already. Well here goes .... Frequency Response : The range of sounds a component can reproduce. This is measured in Hz (cycles per second). Naturally, a wider range (20 - 20,000) is better -- the bass will be lower and the treble will...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

Retrieve Your XP Product Key

Michael Stevens has a great article on utilities that can help you view the product key on your Windows XP. I have needed to do this several times, and a perfect example is today because I had to reinstall my OS. Thanx Michael Download ViewKeyXP source : http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/ViewKeyXP.htmLast Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

Windows XP Auto-logon (Registry Edit)

You can use Registry Editor to add your log on information. To do this, follow these steps: Click Start, click Run, type regedit, and then click OK to start Registry Editor. Locate the following registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsNT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon Using your account name and password, double-click the DefaultUserName entry, type your user name, and then...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

Windows XP Auto-logon

You can configure Windows XP to automate the logon process if your computer is not part of a domain. 1. Click Start, click Run, and type control userpasswords2. 2. Clear the Users must enter a username and password to use this computer check box. 3. Click Apply. 4. Enter the user name and password you wish to automatically log on with, and then click OK. 5. Click OK...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

RIAA's New Seal of Disapproval

The FBI and the RIAA are beginning to put this stamp on packages for music, software, video-games and DVDs.Photo: RIAAWith a warning that resembles those seen before movies on tape or DVD, individual companies will decide where to place it and if they want to use it at all. The seal might appear on a CD itself, on the packaging, or may even pop up on screens when a customer downloads and purchases...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

The Code Project - ASP.NET Popup Control - ASP.NET

Yeah, this cute little control is just awesome. Gotta have it on my site.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

File Uploading Using ASP.NET

By: Karl MooreIn the golden olden days of ASP, managing a file upload was pretty difficult. Most developers reverted to digging deep in their wallets to purchase a third-party add-on to help them achieve the desired result. No longer.With ASP.NET, you can now upload files with practically a few lines of code. And the following four easy-to-follow steps show you exactly how to do it. 1. Add...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

The Problem With Music

Article By: Steve AlbiniSteve goes into detail on how much the artists are screwed on their work by these record labels. Who gets hurt more when music is downloaded off the net? After looking at these details, its no surprise why the RIAA makes it a BIG DEAL!Quote:"He had these technicians come in and tune the drums for them and tweak their amps and guitars. He had a guy bring in a slew of...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

The Problem With Music

Steve Albini goes into detail on how badly the artists are screwed on their work. Downloading music off P2P hurts the labels more than it does artists. Why do you think they make such a big deal?Quote:"He had these technicians come in and tune the drums for them and tweak their amps and guitars. He had a guy bring in a slew of expensive old 'vintage' microphones. Boy, were they 'warm.' He even...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

RIAA Targets More Downloaders

Quote:The recording association said each person was illegally distributing an average of more than 800 songs online. Each defendant faces potential civil penalties or settlements that could cost them thousands of dollars.Maan, WILL THIS EVER STOP!!!!!Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

A Travesty in Columbus, GA

I received an email today, about a man named Kenneth B.Walker, who got murdered recently. This is not a news article but its worth spreading the out.Below is a picture of Kenneth's family which links to the original article.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

Getting your ASP.NETwebsite found

After doing a little research on getting my website more exposure. I found the following articles very helpful:Search Engine Friendly URLs using ASP.NET (C#.NET)Highlighting Search Keywords in a DataGrid Web Control URL Rewriting with ASP.NETMaking Your App Spider FriendlyMaking Your App Spider FriendlyIntercept, Monitor, and Modify Web Requests with HTTP Filters in ISAPI and ASP.NETHaven't...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

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