Monthly Archives: February 2006

Tux-shaped computer

Posted on February 28, 2006 by Joe Brockmeier

This may be the most awesome thing I’ve ever seen… a Tux-shaped mini case. It doesn’t look like it’d be terribly useful in and of itself (more for development for embedded devices) but it looks awesome. I’d like a Tux-shaped … Continue reading →

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Put that old computer to better use

Posted on February 24, 2006 by Joe Brockmeier

A story I wrote a while ago has just been posted on Linux.com, about running Linux on older hardware. The idea came from an eWeek article about Microsoft trying to debunk the idea that Linux runs well on older hardware. … Continue reading →

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Using MyDNS

Posted on February 23, 2006 by Joe Brockmeier

If you need a DNS server, but would prefer to avoid BIND, MyDNS is one alternative that I’d recommend. I’ve written up a short piece on MyDNS over on Linux.com. I’ve been using MyDNS for some time now, and I … Continue reading →

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Review of Versora Progression Desktop

Posted on February 22, 2006 by Joe Brockmeier

The first time I reviewed Mac OS X, I was impressed by the migration feature — I didn’t actually try it out, because I didn’t have a Mac to migrate from, but I thought it was quite impressive all the … Continue reading →

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Another novice attack on Linux

Posted on February 20, 2006 by Joe Brockmeier

So, I stumbled on this column by a Stan Beer, wherein the reviewer attempts to try out Linux, but successively burns a bunch of coasters that won’t boot. Here’s a hint, Mr. Beer — if you burn eight CDs of … Continue reading →

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Firefox fun

Posted on February 16, 2006 by Joe Brockmeier

Another piece up on NewsForge, about Firefox and Thunderbird extensions. I spend far too much time online, so Firefox extensions are of great interest to me… anything that makes life just a bit easier is a good thing. As a … Continue reading →

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PC-BSD review

Posted on February 15, 2006 by Joe Brockmeier

One of the great things about my job is that I get to try out lots of fun software. Case in point, I spent some time with PC-BSD recently and it’s quite a nice OS, overall. I’m not quite ready … Continue reading →

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