2002 July

Linux PR
http://linuxpr.com/
If the daily Linux news sites are starting to get you down, maybe it’s time for
a change. Linux PR is an up-to-the-minute listing of events and developments in
the Linux world. The layout is attractive, with all the most recent articles in
descending order on the front page. It makes quick scans easy. The only real
downside [...]

PyMP3Cut

http://www.librelogiciel.com/software/PyMP3Cut/
“PyMP3Cut is a Python commandline tool designed to cut huge (> 100MB) MP3 files
at high speed without requiring the extra disk space and processing time usually
needed by visual audio editing tools, which convert the MP3 format to more
easily manageable formats like WAV before doing anything. It reads and cuts
simultaneously according to the autodetected MP3 [...]

Kernel Configuration - Part XIII
As you well know, Linux is simply the most robust operating system for
networking around. With its roots squarely in the network, Linux has managed to
stay ahead of the pack in virtually every respect related to networks. It should
come as little suprise, then, that the network section of your Linux kernel
configuration [...]

Checking Mail With KMail
I’ve recently become a KDE convert - impressed enough with KDE-3 to move me from
my longtime desktop friend Gnome. While I use a combination of fetchmail,
procmail and pine for reading and filtering my email, KMail is a strong
contender in the email race. As you’d guess, it’s fully integrated into the KDE
desktop, [...]

I’ve very excited about the in-planning Penguin Shell volunteer project.
Apparently, you are too. I’ve received more than 100 emails from readers organizations that might be in need of such skills. And, I’ve
seen some very interesting suggestions for

Important Unix Manpages
http://home.ins.de/~m.hussmann/man/
Manpages are an important part of Linux use. Armed with the proper knowledge and manpage, there are few sticky situations in Linux that can’t be solved quickly. Though they can be a bit cryptic at times, manpages are really a Linux newbie’s best friend.
Important Unix Manpages is a compilation of help for situations [...]

SaveMyModem

http://web.genie.it/utenti/g/gareuselesinge/smm/
“SaveMyModem is an anti-spam, mail-shaping, and delete-on-server mail tool. It is designed for users with slow dialup connections, who are tired of downloading large amounts of spam and worm and virus attachments.”

Kernel Configuration - Part XII
Depending on who you talk to, RAID can stand for “Redundant Array of Independent Discs” or “Redundant Array of Inexpensive Discs.” No matter. They both point to the same theory and practice in Linux; data storage redundancy. That’s today’s kernel configuration section - Multi-Device Support.
Let’s talk first about the principles behind [...]

Setting the Home Page in Konqueror
Konqueror, while a great browser, has taken a step in the direction of IE. Like IE, Konqueror is really an integrated web and file browser. You can use it equally well to view web pages and files on your system. It’s been something of a hot debate whether this is [...]

I’ve got a few quick Lockergnome-related notes for you today.
First, we’d really like to see you in August. I know that Jake, Chris and Randy have been signing off on their newsletters with those few words, and I’ll join them. If you didn’t experience Gnomedex last year, you missed, in the words of many industry [...]

You’re a good bunch, you Penguins.
Through your efforts and compassion, reader Karl Steenblik has
found a new electronic home for the Foundation for Children and Youth With
Diabetes. I’ll let Karl tell you which offered solution suited his needs. But,
with the volume of responses his request for help generated, it’s almost
irrelevant. As I expected, we came together [...]

Software.Linux.Com
http://software.linux.com/index/

rxLinux

http://www.fusionw3.com/rxlinux/
“The concept behind rxlinux is to centralise configuration and management of
multiple Linux servers. New servers can be deployed in minutes. A Web interface
is used to build custom ISO CD-ROMs dedicated for specific servers. Servers,
also called rxnodes, boot up from that CD-ROM and get the rest of the
configuration and software from a master server. No [...]

b>Kernel Configuration - Part XI
We’ve covered some fairly light topics to this point in the kernel configuration
series. Today’s topic requires a bit of review. We’ll discuss configuring block
devices in your kernel.
We’ve talked about the different types of devices in previous Penguin Shell
issues. Fundamentally, the two that you’ll deal with the most are block and
character [...]

Quick Shortcuts
Linux is chock full of keyboard shortcuts that, when used, streamline the way
you use your system. Today’s Tweaks are really user tweaks - built in shortcuts
you can use to maximize your Linux efficiency. You don’t have to change your
system, just how you use what’s already there. They’re two tips that are quick
and very easy [...]

Linmodems.org
http://www.linmodems.org/

LiquidWar

http://www.ufoot.org/liquidwar/
“Liquid War is a truly original multiplayer wargame. You control an army formed with thousands of pixels (fighters) which look like liquid and try to eat your opponent. You can play against a primitive NPC/AI or up to 5 other human players. Network play is available.”

Kernel Configuration - Part X
Today we’re looking into the mysteries of Plug and Play support in your Linux kernel configuration.
There’s really not much mystery to it. This section simply asks the question, “Do you want plug and play support in the kernel?” In other words, do you have all the PCI and ISA devices in [...]

Windows Apps in Linux? - Part II
I don’t want to mince any words, here. CodeWeavers has really hit a sweet spot with their recently-released CrossOver Office product. This is, quite simply, the fulfillment of the promise of the Wine Project. Using this slick little app, virtually all the applications in the Microsoft Office suite are [...]

I’ve just got a few quick thoughts today.
First, the search is underway for the hosting solution mentioned in Monday’s Penguin Shell. The response has been great, with more than two dozen offers of web space for the Foundation for Children and Youth With Diabetes. It gratifying to see our community rally around a great cause. [...]