Month: November 2009

  • Control Your Linux System With A Web Interface

    Administrating a Linux system is sometimes thought to be a task reserved for the command-line-savvy individuals.  While Linux does provide other means of administration such as various desktop environments and VNC (Virtual Network Computing), these means can sometimes be difficult for users to setup. Webmin is a web interface for Linux that can provide a…

  • Fedora 12: What To Expect From The Next Fedora Release

    It’s already been 6 months since Fedora 11 “Leonidas” was released, which means its time for a new version.  With the release of Fedora 12 “Constantine” happening in just less then a week, you may be wondering what exactly the new version contains.  I’ve had some time to play around with Fedora 12  and will…

  • How to Take Screenshots of an Android-based Phone

    Since I’ll be writing about the Motorola Droid (which uses Google’s Android mobile operating system) in the upcoming weeks, I wanted to be able to perform screen captures directly from the device instead of taking photographs of the entire thing.  This guide will walk you through the simple process of taking screenshots of an Android-based…

  • How to View YouTube in High Quality with the Motorola Droid

    I noticed in tech blogger Robert Scoble’s recent review of the Motorola Droid that many people are unaware that YouTube videos are set to a low quality setting by default on Verizon’s newest Android-powered phone.  I can’t say exactly why Motorola decided to do this (I’m sure the guy in charge of Verizon’s bandwidth was…

  • Netbook Review: Asus EeePC 1005HA

    The ASUS Eee PC 1005HA is a 10.1″ netbook featuring Asus’ new “seashell” design, and boasts 10.5 hours of battery life.  This netbook offers some high-end features as well as a small, light form factor. Color Options: Blue, pink, white, black. In the Box: Laptop, 6-cell removable battery, Eee laptop sleeve, power cord and charger,…