A 2008 personal review comparing the Sony PRS-505 e-reader to the Kindle, focusing on design, cost, and superior open-source software support.
Discusses a change in Linux cp command behavior where the -f flag no longer overrides an interactive alias, and offers a workaround.
Explores the philosophical debate on whether 'perfect code' exists, comparing OS development philosophies and the role of stable interfaces.
A developer shares a positive experience with automatic printer setup on Ubuntu Linux, praising its ease compared to Windows and traditional Unix methods.
A 2007 analysis of Linux power management on laptops, highlighting successes with Powertop but criticizing manual driver workarounds needed for optimal battery life.
A user details their troubleshooting process for upgrading Ubuntu from 7.04 to 7.10, including fixing package errors and display issues.
A response to critiques of the 'benevolent dictator' governance model in open source, using Linux and Debian as examples.
A critical review of the Palm Foleo mobile companion, comparing its specs and limitations to a lightweight laptop.
Analyzes the 2006 Novell-Microsoft patent deal, arguing it's harmful to Linux and GPL compliance due to legal loopholes.
A guide to setting up WiFi connectivity on Ubuntu Dapper, covering open networks, WEP, and WPA configuration.
Discusses the value and challenges of Linux certifications, questioning their real-world effectiveness versus practical knowledge.
A technical guide on successfully enabling AIGLX graphics acceleration on a Dell Latitude D610 laptop running Ubuntu, focusing on the i810 Intel driver.
A developer explores using IEs 4 Linux to run Internet Explorer versions 5-6 on Ubuntu via Wine for web development testing.
A satirical look at the ideological debates within Debian and the FSF over kernel firmware licensing, framed as a Monty Python skit.
A comparison of the Ottawa Linux Symposium (OLS) and Usenix conferences, focusing on paper quality, attendee energy, and relevance to Linux/OSS development.
An analysis of cultural and governance issues within the Debian project, questioning its functionality and suggesting a potential fork.
A developer's critique of Microsoft Windows, comparing its lack of diagnostic tools to the transparency and control offered by Unix/Linux systems.
