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Top 5 fastest boot Linux Distros for 2012

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You might not exactly have to reboot Linux usually. But when one does, these peppy distributions can have you working in just seconds.

Reboots usually are rare with Linux. Normally, they’re due to your kernel update as well as an environmental matter. But regardless in the reason, it’s crucial it revisit life quickly. One issue surrounding Linux of late is boot occasion. Some distributions have got a key attribute to attract consumers. Some have perhaps succeeded in hitting that magic 10-second variety. But which distributions start fastest? Let’s look.

NOTE: Console logins tend not to count.

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WebOS will live on through open source firmware and software

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As soon as HP abruptly announced it had been discontinuing the TouchPad and ceasing work towards any future equipment running webOS, we took of which to mean the underdog computer had died some sort of premature death. But in the event the company ousted bumbling PRESIDENT Leo Apotheker in addition to replaced him having Meg Whitman, we to wonder if webOS will often have some life from it yet. Well, HP just went back with a remaining verdict: the company will keep develop webOS, seeing that promised, but through the open supplier community. In different words, webOS to be a platform will reside on, and developers both equally inside HP in addition to out will fix up the OS intended for interested OEMs (whoever they usually are), along with people that already own webOS equipment. Says Sam Greenblatt, CTO on the outfit’s advanced technological know-how division: “We looked at all the various options we have revealed. We think this option is best for the support industry and HP ”
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HOWTO: PHP Output Buffering Example

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Though profiling our application I found a a quite strange memory usage because of the ob_start()#) functionality. We do work with ob_start()#) a reasonable amount to defer production of data, that is a common thing in most applications. What seemed to be unusual is of which 16 calls to help ob_start()#) in place chewing through pretty much 700kb of ram, given that the results being buffered not often exceeds 1-2kb, i thought this was quite unusual.
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How to force Skype to use Alsa on Linux – howto tip

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Want it or not Skype can be a popular software application. In fact it really is so popular it is the only piece regarding voice communication software several my friends use. Because of this We have an account an put it to use on my Bodhi system once in a while (at least it’s got a native : if poor : Linux client and I need not run it by means of Wine). In case an individual didn’t know : Bodhi ships together with just the Alsa sound server automagically (there are a variety of reasons because of this – none of which My goal is to get into the following) and thankfully Skype installs and also works perfectly great with Alsa : until pulse audio appears that is.
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Adsense for WordPress

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Adsense for WordPress plugin latest Version: 2.1
(Most recent update February 10th, 2019. Original release August 5th, 2011)
License: GPL 3 / Free software
WordPress version required: 1.9 or later. Tested up to: 4.x

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Please note google adsense policy does not allow adult, copyright infringing or sites that promote illegal activity. Do not put adsense ads on pages that contain such material, or your adsense account will soon be banned.

Description:

Adsense for WordPress is a Free and Open Source WordPress plugin which is able to automatically insert google adsense ads in to your posts on the fly, and you can optionally set the ad to display in random positions in your post to avoid ad blindness, which can significantly increase your CTR and therefore earnings. It doesn’t matter if you have 1 post or 100,000 posts, it will insert your ad code into all of them automatically. You can control all aspects of your ad’s display and position. Just specify ad color and position in the plugin options, your ad code is automatically generated and inserted. It also able to insert ads into your sidebar and header/footer.

Features:

  • Automatically insert Google Adsense ads in to your blog posts, sidebar and header/footer.
  • No manual work required, ad code is dynamically inserted into your existing and new posts.
  • You could optionally specify not to show ads in a post by using tag <!–noadsense–>
  • You could optionally specify where to start the ads in a post by using tag <!–adsensestart–>
  • You could optionally specify where to stop the ads in a post by using tag <!–adsensestop–>
  • Decrease ad blindness by giving you the option to randomly place your ad within your posts.
  • You could optionally define absolute ad position instead of random position.
  • You could optionally define random ad network to maximize earnings from both networks.
  • Allow you to pick how many total ads to show on one page.
  • Allow you to pick how many ads to show in one post.
  • Plugin is fully compatible with the WordPress Multi-User(WPMU) mode

Requirements:

Adsense for WordPress has been tested on WordPress 5.* or above.

Installation:

or use the more traditional method:

  • Download and extract plugin files to your hard drive
  • Upload the extracted folder adsense-for-wordpress into your wordpress installation’s wp-content/plugins folder

Then:

  • Log in to WordPress Administration area, choose Plugins from the main menu, find Adsense for WordPress, and click the Activate button
  • Choose Settings->WP Adsense from the main menu and enter your adsense id and/or channel id. Then specify your ad color and position.

Change Log:
Version 2.1, added auto update function to plugin, from this version onward the plugin will auto update in wordpress.

Version 1.10, updated user and roles checking to the latest wordpress standard

Version 1.09, fixed various compatibility issues.

Version 1.06, fixed mix up of post and page in options page.

Version 1.04, fixed debug info displaying, updated instruction on the tags, fixed English translation missing in several places.

Version 1.02, added adblock warning and other fixes.

2011-08-05 : Initial Release, Version 1.0

Questions and Discussions:

Please leave your email and comment under this thread, or use the contact form. I will reply to them asap.

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Disclaimer: this plugin contains a donation option, which allow users to donate a small percentage of their earnings to the author of this plugin. When this option is enabled, the author’s adsense ads will occasionally appear on the plugin user’s website (determined by the percentage entered by the plugin user).

An Introduction to Linux Operating System

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An easy to read, accurate and in plain language guide to the linux operating system.

What is Linux

Preface

Some of my readers today will be aware of a beautiful operating system that goes by the name of Linux. For those who are not already familiar, here is a brief introduction: Linux is a free open-source alternative to Windows and Macintosh. Based off of Unix, Linus Torvalds laid the framework for the kernel many years ago and then made the source code open to all. He still works on the kernel today, but he’s not alone; millions of programmers around the world work to improve Linux with their free time. They’ve worked hard to bring Linux to maturity, and as of the past couple years, it has reached a mature stage where the average computer user is more than capable of using it. In other words, you no longer need to know how a computer works or how to program in order for Linux to be useful to you.

So why am I bringing up this topic? Quite frankly, there aren’t enough Linux users accessing TechwareLabs, and I believe this needs to change.

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How To Install VMware Server On OpenSUSE Linux 10.3

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bold writing are command that you need to enter

red letting are command that you need to issue as root

  1. click on Computer > More Applications > YaST

  2. Put in root password for YaST

  3. Scroll down until you see Software Management and single click on it

  4. Check for the following software. If you don’t have it installed, install it

    1. kernel-source

    2. gcc

    3. gcc-c++

    4. make (This is most likely already installed, but just to double check)

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Howto: Create a Linux Box for Your Mom (50+ Resources)

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Here is a great article from virtualhosting.com discussing some good resources for “getting your mom on linux”. Great idea!

By Jessica Hupp

For most computer literate children, a request from mom to get her set up on “this web thing” is met with panic and a feeling of drudgery. Are you about to expose your sweet mother to spam, phishing, viruses, or worse? Or perhaps more frightening, sign your life away as a 24/7 tech support center? Perhaps, but there’s a better way. By setting your mom up on a Linux machine, you can give her a safe, lean computing experience that will let her do all of the things she wants to do without giving you a nervous breakdown. Here, we’ve compiled over 50 of the best resources to help you get your mom on Linux without a whole lot of trouble.

Systems & Environments

With these systems and environments, you can get your mom set up with low maintenance and friendly interfaces.

  1. SimplyMEPIS: SimplyMEPIS is low-maintenance and great for Linux beginners.
  2. Linspire: Linspire is the “World’s Easiest Desktop Linux,” with a familiar look and feel for Windows users.
  3. Mandriva: Mandriva Linux was specifically designed to offer ease of use for new users.
  4. Ubuntu: One of the most popular Linux distributions, Ubuntu is stable and easy to use.
  5. KDE: The K Desktop Environment is easy to use, and offers basic desktop functions.
  6. Ximian Desktop: Ximian offers a simple layout, with large icons that are great for elderly users.
  7. Lycoris: This distribution looks a lot like windows, and offers great ease of use.
  8. SuSE: With SuSE, you’ll got lots of popular open source software like OpenOffice, Kaffeine, and more.
  9. GNOME: In this desktop environment, you’ll find an extremely usable GUI.

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Everex Cloudbook – a worthy competitor to the popular Asus Eee PC

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At $399, its an obvious competitor to the ASUS Eee PC. The Everex Cloudbook is intended to be a UMPC meaning that it is ultra mobile, easy on the battery life, and at least semi rugged. Everex calls this notebook “The Ultimate in Mobility.”

How about those specs:

  • 1.2 GHz Via C7-M Processor ULV
  • 512 MB DDR2 533MHz SDRAM Memory (maximum is 1 GB)
  • 30 GB Hard Disk Drive
  • 7″ WVGA TFT Display for 800×480 resolution
  • Via Unichrome Pro IGP Graphics
  • Via High Definition Audio
  • 802.11 B/G
  • One 10/100 Ethernet Port
  • DVI-I Port
  • 2 USB 2.0 Ports
  • 4-in-1 memory card reader
  • 0.3 MP Webcam (not a typo, zero point three megapixel)
  • Headphone/Line out port
  • Microphone/Line in port
  • Set of stereo speaker
  • Touchpad
  • 4 cell lithium ion battery
  • 2 pounds
  • Up to 5 hours battery life
  • gOS Rocket OS based on Ubuntu
  • Software includes Google Apps integration

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WP Post Icon

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Latest Version: 1.0
(updated on Feb. 15th, 2008)

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Description:

WP Post Icon is a Free and Open Source WordPress plugin which is enable blog authors to upload and automatically insert topic icons or images in to your posts on the fly. You can control the position of the icon. Just select which image to display when you are writing a post, it will be automatically displayed.

Features:

  • Automatically insert your topic icons in to your blog posts.
  • Very little manual work is required, just select which image to display when you are writing a new post.
  • You could also use no image at all.

Requirements:

WP Post Icon has been tested on WordPress 2.0.*, 2.1.* , 2.2.*, 2.3.* and 2.5.*.

Installation

  • Upload the folder wp-post-icon into your wp-content/plugins
  • Log in to WordPress Administration area, choose Plugins from the main menu, find WP Post Icon, and click the Activate button
  • Choose Options->WP Post Icon from the main menu and start uploading your images or icons. Then when you are writing a new post, you could select which image to display on the right side option bar.

Change Log:

2/15/2008 : Initial Release, Version 1.0

Questions and Discussions:

Please leave comment and questions below.

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