The author reflects on the 18-month development journey of the 'awesome' window manager, from its origins as a personal project to its growing community.
Debunks common myths about the fsync() system call in Linux, explaining its importance for data durability and addressing performance concerns.
Explains the ext4 delayed allocation feature and the data loss risks for applications not using fsync(), addressing a recent Ubuntu bug.
Analyzes the write overhead of ext4 journaling on SSDs, comparing performance with and without a journal and using noatime.
Discusses the challenges of binary-only Linux device drivers, using EMC PowerPath as an example, and the move towards open-source alternatives.
A technical guide on aligning Linux filesystem partitions to SSD erase block boundaries for optimal performance, covering fdisk settings and sector alignment.
A 2009 article questioning the activity and relevance of local Linux User Groups (LUGs) in the internet age, asking for reader experiences.
Developer ports startup-notification library to XCB, submitting patches for XDG integration and potential use in the Awesome window manager.
A reflection on the philosophical conflict between idealism and pragmatism within the Debian project and the broader Free Software movement.
Analyzes Sun Microsystems' business struggles and potential acquisition, focusing on risks to its patent portfolio and the broader Linux/OSS community.
Article compares ext4 vs ext3 filesystem check (fsck) speeds, showing ext4 is significantly faster based on real-world laptop tests.
A developer's analysis of dictionary software for Japanese study, comparing features of Stardict and Epwing formats on Windows/Linux.
A developer shares their experience converting their laptop to use the ext4 filesystem, noting a minor bug and plans for wider testing.
A Nokia executive's controversial talk on DRM and open source highlights the need for better communication between corporations and the developer community.
Donald Knuth discusses his preference for Linux and critiques the shift to multi-core architecture, questioning its benefits for most software.
A 2008 link roundup discussing open source commandments, Linux desktop strategies, and industry moves from companies like rPath and Microsoft.
Guide to installing and using Compcache on Linux to optimize RAM usage through compression, improving system performance.
A guide to using the Unix command-line tools 'less' and 'grep' for efficiently navigating and searching large log files during debugging.
Explains how to use apt pinning in Debian to mix stable, testing, and unstable packages for a balance of stability and new software.
A guide to customizing Ubuntu 8.04 after installation, covering font rendering, console fonts, and Emacs configuration.
