Which Linux Distribution Should I Use?
Source: linux.about.com - 14 January 2010

Linux distribution is a coherent collection of free software with the Linux kernel (operating system) at its center. The differences between the various Linux distributions ("distros") are minor: the installation program, choice of the bundled tools/applications, arrangement of a few things on the hard drive (most of Linux is still at the same, standard hard drive location in all distributions). Whichever distribution you decide to install, you will end up with essentially the same Linux. [Read more]

Major security myths of 2009
Source: techrepublic.com - 27 December 2009

To help prepare readers for the future, I'll share my thoughts on ten major security myths I have encountered in 2009. Each of these is chosen for its prevalence, its perniciousness, or its publicity this year. They may even have been chosen for other reasons that begin with P. [Read more]

How to Download Embedded Flash Files Using your Browser
Source: makeuseof.com - 2 June 2009

The use of Flash plug-ins in browsers is now almost obligatory. Yes, it’s easy to view and enjoy the rich media content delivered by interactive Flash embedded pages [Read more]

10 Online Learning Tools for Students
Source: makeuseof.com - 22 January 2009

When I was in elementary school I was very annoyed by all this studying. But my idea and hope was that once I was done with school, I would also be done learning. I couldn’t wait.

Thus I was rather irritated when I heard that my dad had to complete training for his job to learn new things. I remember I asked him when one would be done learning and the essence of what he said was of course never. Bummer!

Some 20 years later I’m still a student and I know I’ll never get done learning. So hang in there and enjoy it! [Read more]

Users affected by Windows worm is 'skyrocketing'
Source: telegraph.co.uk - 20 January 2009

Security analysts at F-Secure believe more than 8.9 million computers have been infected by the virus, a worm, which is known variously as Conficker, Kido or Downadup, and targets the Windows operating system. Microsoft said that the worm searches for a Windows file called “services.exe”, and then embeds itself as part of that code. From there, it is able to burrow deep into the operating system, even changing the System Registry, which stores settings and options for Windows, to trick the machine into running the infected program. [Read more]

14 Awesome Google Tricks You May Not Be Using
Source: dailyartisan.com - 03 November 2008

If you ask your average Internet surfer what Google does, they’ll tell you that “it helps you find stuff, silly.” Some may even mention that it’s good for email, maps, and maybe a couple of other things. What many do not realize is that Google has some excellent functions that aren’t always easy to find. Here is a guide to 14 of the most innovative functions that many will find useful and most will find cool. [Read more]

10 Universities Offering Free Online Technology Courses
Source: educhoices.org - 20 October 2008

Campus-based technology courses can be expensive, which is why many people are choosing to take free technology courses online. Some of the best universities in the world offer free technology courses. Examples include Stanford University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the Tokyo Institute of Technology. [Read more]

Firefox for Mobile: What you need to know
Source: CNET News - 20 October 2008

How would you like to be among the first to get touchy-feely with the next mobile browser everyone's talking about? Mozilla's release of the Firefox for Mobile alpha code, codenamed Fennec, grants that wish to users of the Nokia N810 and N800 Internet tablet
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Steve Jobs' 10 Secrets to Building a Huge Empire
Source: dumblittleman.com - 16 October 2008

Steve Paul Jobs was born on February 24th, 1955. He is known to be the Chairman, co-founder as well as the CEO of the Apple Inc. He was also the former CEO of well known Pixar Animation Studios. He was also represented among the Board of Directors of the Walt Disney Company. Not bad!
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First look: Firefox 3.1 beta 1 officially released
Source: arstechnica.com - 15 October 2008

Mozilla has announced the availability of the first Firefox 3.1 beta release, an important development milestone for the popular open source web browser. Mozilla aims to make Firefox 3.1 a strong incremental improvement with user interface enhancements, new features, and increased support for emerging web standards. The new beta release includes a modest handful of noteworthy changes that improve the user experience. [Read more]