Linux Blog October Archive

Alternative to Linux File Managements

By Website Introductions at 10/22/08 22:02

Most of Linux users with the KDE or GNOME environments don't usually prefer the default environment-provided file management tools like Konqueror of Nautilus.

The article below describes three examples(Gentoo file manager, Midnight Commander, and Krusader) of the many file management, which gives dual panel view (file commander type programs) available for the Linux operating system.

Link: Linux file management alternatives : TechGuides : Open Source : ZDNet Asia

ACCESS' Mobile Partnership with Linux

Linux has been providing a more security and affordable alternatives in computing and mobile communications versus commercial and popular brands. Linux efforts are not overlooked by communication giants like ACCESS. ACCESS CO., LTD is a leading global company providing leading software, technology, software products, mobile phones, wireless handhelds, platforms for web browsing and other network devices. ACCESS extends mobile Linux solutions to new and emerging markets and product innovations. To learn more about this read the rest here.

Link: ACCESS Extends Mobile Linux Solutions to Emerging Markets and Innovative Products - MarketWatch

Netbooks with Linux Returned

Surprisingly, a lot of people have been returning netbooks pre-installed with Linux as compared to those who return netbooks with Windows XP installed. They would actually pay an additional fee. The sad thing about it is that they returned it not because it sucks, but because it isn't like what they were used to. They just don't want to learn something new.

Link: MSI Announces Wind 2, Says Customers Hate Linux | Gadget Lab from Wired.com