Making Linux A Genuine Windows Replacement

Making Linux A Genuine Windows Replacement: "With Windows 8 casting a long shadow over the PC industry and Valve committing to create Linux-based gaming PCs, there’s never been a better time to start using Linux. For many users, the Linux desktop is now there — so many applications have moved to the cloud, hardware support has improved, and the desktop has been polished. You can even watch Netflix and play a variety of games on Steam — two big holes that have been filled recently."

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Facebook's latest big idea: Group Hug - Fortune Tech

Facebook's latest big idea: Group Hug - Fortune Tech: " One day after announcing a search feature that lets users quickly find information through their network, Facebook (FB) unveiled another potentially disruptive product: An open-source circuit board for servers affectionately dubbed Group Hug. Not surprisingly  the aesthetically challenged piece of hardware generated much less hype than Facebook's earlier announcement. But could have just as much impact by changing the way data centers are built."

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Global BC | Twitter says hackers gain access to 250,000 user accounts in cyber security breach

Global BC | Twitter says hackers gain access to 250,000 user accounts in cyber security breach: "SAN FRANCISCO - The social media giant Twitter acknowledged that it has become the latest victim in a number of cyber-attacks against media companies, saying hackers may have gained access to information on 250,000 of its more than 200 million active users."

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Technobuddy: Junk can keep your computer running » Ventura County Star

Technobuddy: Junk can keep your computer running » Ventura County Star: "I use a little known but terrific system for keeping my computer running. But I have to warn you. My wife knows about my method and she does not approve.

That’s because this method of mine is all about junk. Mary is not a big fan of junk. It’s not politically correct to say this but in general guys like junk, wives don’t. I say this with confidence. You can ask around if you don’t believe me."

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Raspberry Pi, the $35 computer, in New York Times - Boing Boing

Raspberry Pi, the $35 computer, in New York Times - Boing Boing: "The Raspberry Pi is a computer the size of a credit card. To use it, you need a keyboard and mouse, a monitor, and an SD card with Linux. The Raspberry Pi is powered by USB. The creator, Eben Upton at the University of Cambridge in Britain, is surprised at how popular the Pi has become in the few short months it's been available."

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