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Archive for the 'Advocacy' Category

Explain Software Freedom With an Easy to Use PDF Brochure

This is definitely one the coolest free software advocacy tools I’ve come across in a while. It’s a PDF brochure I discovered via Ubuntu Musings that makes explaining some hard concepts about free software (why is it no-cost? how do programmers get paid?) an easy thing to do. The illustrations are simple to understand, yet [...]

How SCALE Uses FLOSS to Organize A Massive Linux Conference

Last week I had the privilege to chat via IM with Orv Beach, the Publicity Chair for the Southern California Linux Expo, about how SCALE uses FLOSS to productively plan and implement their event. SCALE is currently one of the biggest Linux conferences in the US…but I’ll let Orv fill you [...]

The PoductiveLinux Podcast Episode 18 - The Ontario Linux Fest, Productive Directory Structure, and Creating Good File Names (OGG Format)

In this episode, we talk about the Ontario Linux Fest, as well as some simple strategies for creating a productive directory structure and easy-to-use file names.

Ontario Linux Fest
Lifehacker Article on Directory Structure
Discussion @43folders on file naming

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The PoductiveLinux Podcast Episode 18 - The Ontario Linux Fest, Productive Directory Structure, and Creating Good File Names (MP3 Format)

In this episode, we talk about the Ontario Linux Fest, as well as some simple strategies for creating a productive directory structure and easy-to-use file names.

Ontario Linux Fest
Lifehacker Article on Directory Structure
Discussion @43folders on file naming

Thanks for downloading!

MP3 Download

WorkLifeCreativity.Net: A New Productivity Forum for Linux Geeks

I want to introduce you WorkLifeCreativity.Net, a new productivity site dedicated to sparking discussions that that allow you to strike that perfect work/life balance, get more done with your day, and grow as person–in new, fresh, and creative ways.
I happen to be the moderator of the GNU/Linux/Unix sub-forum, and I’d for you to drop [...]