Tag Linux

More Windows means less room for Linux

Yesterday, I wrote about the difficulty already inherent in getting Linux to the masses. It doesn’t help when Microsoft continues to work out deals with hardware manufacturers to increase the number of computers preloaded with Windows, rather than sell the…

Linux, for the masses?

The recent release of the Linux distribution Ubuntu has many wondering, is Linux ready for the masses? Version 7.10 of Ubuntu’s desktop Linux is definitely a Linux release that’s easy to use, navigate, and learn; especially if you’re computer literate.…

MythTV: so it begins.

Originally I had planned on purchasing a TiVo, complete with its monthly service plan, once the Series 3 HD DVR was released. However, when that day finally came, the price tag of $800 for 20 hours of HD recording made…