Issue #93 / Aug 2008

SYSADMIN: BackupPC

Breaking through the backup barrier

BackupPC handles backups over the network for a ranges of platforms. Find out more about this user-friendly, configurable, high-performance open source backup system.

PROGRAMMING: Perl: Spotty

Start programs simply by name

The Spotlight utility for the Macintosh has even the most hardened Apple fans scurrying back from the mouse to the keyboard. A short Perl script implements the utility for the Linux desktop.

LINUXUSER: Totem

Meet the Totem media player

Totem brings Hollywood to your Linux desktop. We'll show you how to get started with this movie player.

LINUXUSER: soundKonverter

Converting and modifying audio files

Your new media player might match your new outfit, but does it use the audio files formats you have? SoundKonverter helps you easily reformat your music collection.

LINUXUSER: Workspace: eyeOS and Ulteo

eyeOS and Ulteo desktops

The eyeOS and Ulteo online desktops offer different approaches to a web-based desktop, but they are both worth a closer look if you are in the market for a computing environment in the cloud.

LINUXUSER: Command Line: Process Control

Process and job control

What is happening on your Linux machine? Various shell commands give you details about system processes and help you control them.

COMMUNITY: Drupal Camp

Strong community, stronger software

Attracting both new and experienced Drupal users, Drupal Camp Toronto is home to a thriving community with global reach.

COMMUNITY: Free Software Projects

An up-to-date look at free software and its makers

We take a closer look at photo stitching, a photo gallery application, an audio player, and video-recording software. for a more complete summary of the article.