Version 2.20 of the very popular GNOME desktop environment has been released! Since this is the DE we us most, we’re super excited. From the release notes:
The improvements in GNOME 2.20 include: Improved support for right-to-left languages; desktop search integrated into the file chooser dialog; convenient new features in the Evolution email and calendar client; [...]

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This video from helpmerick.com could come in handy when introducing friends, family, or even business partners (bosses?) to some of advantages of Linux, and of Ubuntu in particular. It takes an overview of a standard Ubuntu install, and compares what you get with how much you would have to spend to obtain equivalent Windows [...]

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Thunderbird is one powerful email application, but I’ve always missed an integrated calendar. The Lightning extension has eased this irritation for me, and this guide from Yet Another Linux Blog just makes the deal even sweeter. It’s a step by step walk through on how to sync your Zimbra or Google Calendar with Lightning, [...]

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I bookmarked this almost month ago, and completely forgot about it…silly me! GNOME applet SSH Menu allows you to save and open ssh connects from your panel. This is a lifesaver for those that ssh into their boxes for backup or remote access.
How about some SSH tips in the comments?
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IceWM, while widely used, is one of those window managers that just doesn’t seem to get a lot of press. I’m convinced that this because it does it’s job so well that most user literally forget they’re using it…and this a good thing. Though I still have a soft spot for my favorite window manager [...]

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