Category Archives: Ubuntu

Ubuntu 11.04 / Unity Review

Posted on April 11, 2011

As most of you are aware, Ubuntu is switching to the Unity desktop interface for Ubuntu 11.04.   Although I am a fan of the KDE desktop, I felt that it was necessary to at least give Unity a shot, and see how it’s turning out.

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Kubuntu 11.04 (Beta 1) Review

Posted on April 9, 2011

As I’ve mentioned before, I prefer KDE to GNOME, so I use Kubuntu on my primary computer (a laptop).  I normally test releases of Kubuntu well before they’re actually released, in order to help the community in finding bugs – it’s a good way for someone who is experienced with Linux to help out, without … Continue reading →

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KeePassX Password Manager

Posted on April 4, 2011

After having my Twitter account compromised, I promised to tell you all about some password management programs.  I have tried out a few, and found one that stands above the rest – KeePassX.

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Twitter Direct Message Spam Attack

Posted on January 18, 2011

It seems that my Twitter account was somehow breached and used to send spam to my followers via direct message, and it appears that I am not alone. It’s kind of embarrassing for someone who has as much information security training and knowledge to get their Twitter account hacked, but it happens even to the … Continue reading →

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Ubuntu: Lose the top panel!

Posted on November 6, 2010

Sorry, Ubuntu, but the top panel just has to go. Why? Simple. It confuses new users, especially those switching from Windows. Move everything to bottom panel, where people are used to it, and put everything into one menu. You’ll find that new users are able to find things easier, and thus, it makes for a … Continue reading →

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