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Writing GNU Emacs Extensions

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:29:01 +0000

This book introduces Emacs Lisp and tells you how to make the editor do whatever you want, whether it’s altering the way text scrolls or inventing a whole new “major mode.” Topics progress from simple to complex, from lists, symbols, and keyboard commands to syntax tables, macro templates, and error recovery.

Original post by O’Reilly Media, Inc.

Ubuntu for Non-Geeks

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:43:55 +0000

The new edition of this best-selling guide to Ubuntu for beginners covers Ubuntu 10.04, Lucid Lynx. Grant tackles topics likely to be of interest to the average desktop user such as installing software; connecting to the Internet; working with flash drives, printers, and scanners; burning CDs and DVDs; playing audio and video; using iPods; customization; and even a bit of the command line. Based on reader feedback, this edition includes even more screenshots and visuals; more troubleshooting help; more specific tips and tricks; and a bit more technical stuff, in plain English of course.

Original post by Phil Bull, Rickford Grant

Autotools

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:25:38 +0000

The GNU Autotools (the GNU Build System) is a group of utilities designed to make it easy for developers to create software that is portable across many Unix-like operating systems. Autotools: A Practical Guide is the first book to offer programmers a tutorial-based guide to the Autotools.

Original post by John Calcote

LPI Linux Certification in a Nutshell

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:13:21 +0000

If you’re seeking a job-based certification from the Linux Professional Institute (LPI), this updated guide will help you prepare thoroughly for the technically challenging Level 1 LPI exams, which test basic knowledge of Linux installation, configuration, and command-line skills. In LPI Linux Certification in a Nutshell, you’ll find a summary of the core skills you need, as well as sample exercises, test questions, and hints to help you focus.

Original post by Bruno Gomes Pessanha, Adam Haeder, Stephen Addison Schneiter, James Stanger

Mandriva Saved By New Investors

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:57:05 +0000

After weeks of concern about the “catastrophic state of it’s finances” and an indefiniete delay in the release of version 2010.1, the French website LeMagIT is reporting that Mandriva has been saved by new investors.

Original post by Caitlyn Martin

Running 64-bit Linux? No Flash For You!

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:53:32 +0000

Adobe has, at least temporarily, ended support for Flash Player on 64-bit Linux. No updated version is available. Adobe’s message for 64-bit Linux users, at least for now, is “No Flash for you!”

Original post by Caitlyn Martin

Four short links: 14 September 2009 - NoSQL, Gov 2.0 Videos, Linux Conf, Geodata Grump

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:50:25 +0000

WTF Is A Supercolumn? — Cassandra is a NoSQL database, a triplestore that scales superwell. Because it’s not the usual relational thing we’re accustomed to, the language can be a barrier to learning: ColumnFamily, SuperColumns, and more. This post explains what’s what, with examples. (via joshua on Delicious) Gov 2.0 Summit Videos — When I grow up, I want…

Original post by Nat Torkington

Linux in a Nutshell

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:26:48 +0000

Everything you need to know about Linux is right in this book. The latest edition of this popular reference offers a tighter focus on Linux system essentials, as well as more coverage of new capabilities such as wireless network management, DVD recording, and revision control with git. Linux in a Nutshell, Sixth Edition thoroughly covers programming and administration tools, editors, and the shell, and highlights the most important options for using the vast number of Linux commands.

Original post by Stephen Figgins, Robert Love, Arnold Robbins, Ellen Siever

The Day The Netbook Died

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:09:47 +0000

On that Friday, with no warning, the little netbook failed to boot up. I couldn’t even get to the BIOS. For the third time a Sylvania netbook I owned had suffered a premature hardware failure.

Original post by Caitlyn Martin

Four short links: 8 October 2009 - DIY Baby Rocker, Unix Systems Glory, Encrypting Ephemera, and Explaining Creative Joy

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 22:52:48 +0000

Linux Baby Rocker — Check out this inventive use of a CD drive and the eject command, combined to create an automatic baby rocker. (via Hacker News) This and more in today’s Four Short Links.

Original post by Nat Torkington