January 27, 2012
After weeks of research and preparation, we’re proud to present yet another member to our Best Of family! Our latest addition is definitely one of the most sought after lists among users searching for alternative operating systems — the Best Linux Distributions.
January 6, 2012
Guess what!? We’re trying to find the top 20 best Linux distributions out there in the world, and you can help us out! You might even win a MakeUseOf t-shirt!
November 17, 2011
Linux is a highly developed, stable and advanced operating system – this, I will never question. It comes in every conceivable flavour – from server solutions that simply work (again, this cannot be argued with) to desktop releases with more software than anyone could possibly ever need. So what’s the problem?
November 5, 2011
Let your computer do the talking. Install eSpeak and you can make your computer say anything, in a wide variety of languages. Looking for a lightweight text to speech program? Whether you want to listen to your favorite blog while doing the dishes, or just make your computer say naughty words to your friends so you can giggle like schoolchildren, eSpeak is a great tool for the job.
October 27, 2011
“Secure Boot” is a new Windows 8 technology that’s required of OEM computers if they are to feature the Windows 8 Compatibility Logo. It’s designed to protect against malware at the boot level by preventing ‘unauthorised’ code from launching during system boot. However it’s been revealed that it may also prevent non Windows 8 operating systems – such as Linux – from being able to install or run.
October 3, 2011
We all know that, as the most widely used operating system, Windows has the largest collection of software. But not every successful piece of software started out in the Windows world. In fact there are quite a few examples, both well known and lesser known, that have made their way from Linux to Windows after a large amount of adoption. Curious as to what they are? Let’s find out.
March 2, 2011
What is your main use of the computer? Not everybody uses it to play resource-hungry highly-detailed 3D games or produce and convert videos. Most people I know use their computer only to browse the Internet and do light document editing. Considering how powerful modern computers are today, common computer usage is really wasting a lot [...]
February 24, 2011
Mac and Windows users have it good when it comes to laying down a rough mix, some vocals or a tasty bassline. With apps like Garageband, FLStudio, Sonar and Reason, the ability to create professional recordings is limited only to expertise and creative flair. Linux musicians have to compromise. The industry does not see Linux [...]
February 12, 2011
Trying out Linux should be easy; with the help of Linux Live USB Creator it is. Quickly get any Linux distribution to boot from your USB key, complete with a persistent mode for keeping applications and documents in place. You can even install a portable version of Virtualbox to your USB key so you can run [...]
August 14, 2010
Blogging about technology, it seems, includes a great deal of re-explaining yourself. Installing software on Ubuntu, for example, is straightforward: just open up your package manager and find the software you’re looking for. Then click install. Or you could type “sudo apt-get install programname” on the command line. Saying that once is fine. Saying it [...]
