Browse tag: unix-linux

Browse tag: unix-linux

Google goes for speed, security in Chrome OS
Google launched its Chrome OS, focusing on speed and security.
Google to provide update on Chrome OS
Google may make an announcement about Chrome OS this week.
Runtime Revolution 4.0 offers new Web-authoring option
The latest version of this cross-platform software-creation environment allows developers to deploy apps directly to the Web.
Looking at the changes to Snow Leopard's top command
Learn about some key changes to the Unix 'top' command in Snow Leopard
First Look: VMware Fusion 3
VMware Fusion3 brings better overall performance and a number of major new features to the virtualization app. Fusion now supports "Aero" 3D effects in Windows 7 and Vista, improves 3D graphics performance, and includes full Snow Leopard support.
See which processes are using the Internet
Use Terminal to see which processes are using your Internet connection
Unix turns 40: The past, present and future of the OS
Unix was created 40 years ago this summer. Computerworld looks back on what some have said is one of the most important pieces of software ever created.
Opinion: Chrome OS may fail even as it changes computing forever
Google may not care if Chrome OS succeeds or fails, PC World’s Tom Spring says.
Intel is working with Google on Chrome OS
Intel says it is on board with Google's Chrome OS project.
An easy way to get the newest Chromium build
A combination of a shell script and Automator application can be used to simplify the task of upgrading to the latest Chromium build.
Capture output of certain Unix commands
Learn how to capture the output of certain Unix commands to the clipboard.
Simplify Terminal directory listings
Rob Griffiths shares a few Unix tips to simplify the output of the 'ls' directory listing command. Also, we point the way to additional Unix tips.
Share any folder via a built-in Web server
Use a hidden built-in Web server to quickly and easily share any folder of files via a Web browser.
A look at GeekTool
Rob Grififths takes you on a tour of GeekTool, a free system utility that lets you display images, text files, and the output of Unix commands on your desktop.
Play chess old school style
Chess needs a GUI? I think not; learn how to play it in Terminal.
Bugs & Fixes: A risky Finder permissions command
The Get Info window's "Apply to enclosed items" command seems potentially useful, but it has quirks that make it potentially quite dangerous.
The Macalope Weekly: It's go time with Microsoft
Microsoft being to Mac users as the Empire is to the Rebellion, the Macalope devotes this week's entire column to Redmond's latest shenanigans.
Securely erase free space from Terminal
Learn how to use Terminal to securely erase free drive space.
Eight years and counting
In recognition of OS X's eighth birthday, Rob Griffiths takes a look at eight of his favorite OS X features.
Review: VirtualBox 2.1.4
An updated review of VirtualBox, based on two new features introduced in version 2.1.
Disable Screen Sharing’s lack-of-encryption warning
When you use Screen Sharing to connect to a host that doesn’t speak Screen Sharing’s encryption language, you’ll see a warning before the connection occurs. Learn how to disable the warning.
VMware Fusion imports Parallels Desktop 4 virtual machines
VMware has released Fusion 2.0.2, with important changes including the ability to import virtual machines from Parallels Desktop 4.
EVE Online gives up Linux, but Mac support continues
The makers of EVE Online have confirmed that they're ceasing development and support of their Linux version, but the producer responsible for the Mac version says the Mac will continue.
Use OS X 10.5 to work with audio in the Terminal
Learn how to play back, convert, and get info on audio files using some new OS X 10.5 Terminal commands.
OS shoot-out: Windows vs. Mac OS X vs. Linux
The Mac's been on a roll, both due to its highly regarded Mac OS X Leopard operating system and to an unhappy reception for...
Choosing a virtualization application
With three good virtualization applications on the market, how do you know which one is right for you? The answer depends on how you plan on using your virtualization application.
Review: Sun VirtualBox 2.0.6
As far as virtual machine software goes, VirtualBox is a viable alternative to both Fusion and Parallels for running other operating systems on your Intel Mac. Rob Griffiths found VirtualBox more than capable of handling routine computing tasks in both Windows and Linux.
Review: Parallels 4 build 3540
Parallels 4 offers a number of new features that some users may find compelling. However, it has rough edges that make the software feel as though it was rushed out the door without sufficient testing.
Review: VMware Fusion 2.0.1
VMware Fusion 2.0 lets you run Windows and other operating systems within the Mac OS X on an Intel-powered Macs. The new Fusion has bug fixes and many new features designed to make running alternative operating systems on your Mac as easy as possible.
Some tips on downgrading applications
Learn how to downgrade to an older MySQL version. We also have some general tips for downgrading any program that was installed using Apple’s installer.