How Ubuntu is Made
| Features Article Published September 08, 2010
Canonical CTO Matt Zimmerman gives an inside look at how he works with Ubuntu's engineering teams and the upstream community.
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4 Linux and BSD Firewall/Router Projects
| Features Article Published September 07, 2010
Both Linux and FreeBSD are built on strong networking stacks, and both make first-rate firewalls and routers. Many commercial products are based on these. Eric Geier rounds up four firewall/router projects for our perusal.
Ohio LinuxFest Proves Real FOSS Diversity
| Features Article Published September 03, 2010
The 2010 Ohio LinuxFest organizers demonstrate that finding more women speakers and presenters isn't all that hard, and that real diversity in FOSS is more than just a word.
How Well-Supported is Your Operating System?
| Features Article Published August 30, 2010
Many of the major Unix, Windows and Linux operating system vendors offer 10-year support lifespans-- with one conspicuous exception.
Discover how to start developing for the Android platform with this extensive guide, which provides a reference to the Android platform as well as a look at developing your first Android application. You'll explore the top 10 features for developers as well as learn design and development tips that go beyond the phone and target tablet development as well.
Next Generation of Btrfs Linux Filesystem Nears Prime Time
| Features Article Published August 27, 2010
Is Btrfs a better filesystem for Linux? Project founder Chris Mason explains what's right and what's still missing.
Linux Users Face Risk From Kernel Vulnerability
| Features Article Published August 19, 2010
A critical, years-old flaw is found and patched in the main Linux kernel. But all distros have yet to follow suit.
KDE 4.5 Improves in Dozens of Small and Satisfying Ways
| Features Article Published August 18, 2010
At last, the breakneck torrent of changes and improvements has slowed, and KDE 4 is settling into a quieter groove. Bruce Byfield examines this latest new KDE release.
5 Free or Open NAS Servers
| Features Article Published August 16, 2010
When the simple file and printer sharing features offered by Windows, Unix/Linux, and Mac aren't enough, you should consider using a network-attached storage (NAS) server.
Ubuntu Linux 10.10 Meerkat Poised to Get 'Touchy'
| Features Article Published August 16, 2010
The new multi-touch UTouch framework finds a home in Ubuntu's upcoming Maverick Meerkat release. Will it usher in a new era of Linux user experience?
LinuxCon: What Is the Future of Linux Development?
| Features Article Published August 11, 2010
Top Linux kernel developers detail what's next for Linux, and why the bar has been raised to become a kernel contributor.
Can't Linux and Android Just Get Along?
| Features Article Published August 11, 2010
Tensions and emotions run high at LinuxCon as debate rages about why Google Android code isn't in the Linux kernel anymore. One look at why that is, and what needs to be done.
Qualcomm Pushes For Less Linux Fragmentation
| Features Article Published August 11, 2010
The fragmentation of mobile Linux needs to be addressed, Qualcomm executive Rob Chandhok told developers at LinuxCon.
Oracle Loves Linux, Has Advice for Improvements
| Features Article Published August 10, 2010
Oracle reassures LinuxCon that it's continuing to develop for Linux. But they have a few ideas on how to improve it, too, such as more rigorous testing by kernel developers.
Linux Foundation Helps Vendors Comply with FOSS Licenses
| Features Article Published August 10, 2010
The Linux Foundation today announced a new compliance program, including tools and resources for open source licensing, to make it easier for enterprises to adopt open source while remaining in compliance with legal licenses.
The GPL Wins Again
| Features Article Published August 06, 2010
Free software license backers win key legal victory against consumer electronics vendor, with 13 other vendors set to fall in line for compliance.
