July 28th, 2007 by 
LinuxChick
This tutorial describes how to edit the GRUB menu. It will also show how to add operating systems and how to add splash screens.
Source: Howto forge
~LC
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July 28th, 2007 by Baldy
Thousands of open source advocates and enthusiasts from around the world are expected to take the message of free and open source software to the streets on September 15 for the fourth annual Software Freedom Day.
This is a great idea and a good way for you folks to start to spread the word about open source and Linux solutions in your area,Baldy.
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July 28th, 2007 by Baldy
Ordinarily, the only place you see these programs are in laptops and the methods should work on laptops, and there are many places to go for information on the specialized laptop tweaks and GNOME and KDE laptop configuration options. But in an age of global warming and increasing costs per KWh, saving power on workstations by putting them to sleep when not in active use is a good idea, too.
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July 28th, 2007 by Baldy
The continuing rise in popularity of Linux applications has become a boon to job opportunities for software programmers. However, the working culture of the open source industry is different from that of proprietary software developers. Code writers looking for a job as Linux developers need a unique set of job skills and work ethics often not demanded by employers of traditional software developers. Even educational degrees take a back seat to hands-on experience with an open source community and a track record of communication ability and leadership.
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July 28th, 2007 by Baldy
Those wanting to perform serious graphics tasks on their Linux desktops may benefit from a new book by Michael J. Hammel’s, coming soon from No Starch Press. The Artist’s Guide To GIMP Effects is a four-color tome said to “harness all of the GIMP’s powerful features.”
Jeeesh I know a couple of new converts to the Gimp that would love this little rascal. Looks like I have a list started for Christmas already,Baldy.
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