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My observations and opinions about IT are based on 40 years of use in science and technology and lately, in education. I like IT that is fast, cost-effective and reliable. My first use of GNU/Linux in 2001 was so remarkably better than what I had been using, I feel it is important work to share GNU/Linux with the world. Now that I'm retired I still use GNU/Linux on every computer in my home except the smartphones which run Android/Linux.Lately, I've been giving lots of thought to the world I inherited and which I will leave to my descendants. I'm planting grass, trees, flowers and vegetables in my large lot and I've ordered a Solo EV. I plan to charge my Solo by means of a tracking solar array. Life is good if you have a purpose. I do.
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Daily Archives: June 11, 2012
Mainstream Notebook in China Runs GNU/Linux
Thanks to Google Translate, I was able to find a ton of links to a recent model of Acer 14 inch notebook available in China and there’s no sign of that other OS, just GNU/Linux. The price is a lot … Continue reading
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What Price an OS?
We all know there are several reasons why M$ and OEMs bundle M$’s OS with PCs. One reason is to hide the price. OEMs who don’t wish to offend M$ are careful not to sell the same PC with that … Continue reading
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Servers: GNU/Linux v That Other OS
Is there more to the announcement about GNU/Linux being supported on AZURE than supplying demand? AJ Fisher thinks it’s a sign that M$’s server product is on a downward trend, not fitting well with cloud and web applications. “I don’t … Continue reading
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HeliOS Project Joins Registered Non-profit REGLUE
Helios has taken over REGLUE, a registered non-profit. REGLUE has similar objectives to Helios. This potentially increases funding opportunities. In the process, Ken Starks has taken a less central role so he can deal with his health. Effectively, the organization … Continue reading
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Small Cheap Computers Keep Getting Cheaper
IMS reports that the low end of tablets is a thriving place with good volume and low prices. In that situation */Linux is a winner as there is no per-unit licensing fee for OEMs and that other OS either prices … Continue reading
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