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12 handy tips for your new Linux netbook | News | TechRadar UK
The netbook trend has been called something of a Trojan Horse for the spread of Linux; we're not about to disagree. The number of Linux users is increasing exponentially, and there's a good chance you're among them if Santa has been kind. Netbook sales in 2008 have been nothing short of ...
EMTEC bringing 10-inch Gdium netbook to America for $400
EMTEC bringing 10-inch Gdium netbook to America for $400
engadget.com — While EMTEC clearly knows how to have a good time, it's getting back to business with the Gdium. If you'll recall, we heard about this here netbook eons ago, but since then, we've been too overwhelmed by countless Eee models and various changes in ... (more) EMTEC bringing 10-inch Gdium netbook to America for $400
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netdirect.ca — Linux users who also use a BlackBerry now have an option for managing their BlackBerry directly from Linux. Barry is an Open Source application that will provide synchronization, backup, restore and program management for BlackBerry devices. Barry ... (more) : Open Solutions
Technology for Better Open Source Support
Technology for Better Open Source Support
sourcelabs.com — SourceLabs Support Suite for Linux & Open Source Java helps you Discover, Identify and Solve faults, crashes, defects and other key system issues. The Support Suite for Linux & Open Source Java makes life easier for Systems Administrators, IT ... (more) Technology for Better Open Source Support
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