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The benefits of using FLAC for audio

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Nov 10, 2015 3:57 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Community, Linux, Multimedia

In today's open source roundup: Why you should consider using FLAC for audio. Plus: New encryption ransomware targets Linux. And 10 GUI tools for Linux sysadmins.

Google's Nexus 5X has a great display and is worth the price

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Nov 9, 2015 9:55 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Android, Distributions, Fedora

In today's open source roundup: AnandTech has a detailed review of Google's Nexus 5X Android phone. Plus: A video overview of what's new in Cinnamon 2.8. And DistroWatch reviews Fedora 23 Workstation.

The Washington Post questions the security of the Linux kernel

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Nov 6, 2015 10:59 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Developer, Distributions, Linux, Ubuntu

In today's open source roundup: The Washington Post wonders if the Linux kernel needs better security. Plus: Does Linux need a more diverse range of distributions? And Ubuntu 16.04 LTS will drop the Ubuntu Software Center.

Why a user switched to Android after six years of iPhones

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Nov 5, 2015 2:22 AM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Android, Fedora, Linux, Mobile

In today's open source roundup: A dedicated iPhone user switches to Android after six years. Plus: Tails 1.7 has been released. And what's new in Fedora 23.

Linus goes on epic rant about Linux kernel code

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Nov 3, 2015 4:00 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Linux, Mobile

In today's open source roundup: Linus loses it in an epic rant about kernel code. Plus: Lenovo 100S Chromebook review. And Google says Chrome OS is here to stay.

Turn your laptop into a free Chromebook

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Nov 2, 2015 6:17 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Linux, Mobile, Ubuntu

In today's open source roundup: How to try Chrome OS free on your laptop. Plus: DistroWatch reviews Ubuntu 15.10. And Linus unleashes Linux 4.3.

Google plans to merge Chrome OS and Android

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 30, 2015 4:08 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Android, Cloud, Linux, Mobile

In today's open source roundup: Android and Chrome OS will be combined by Google. Plus: The Linux version of Batman Arkham Knight delayed. And Linux helps educate Australian prisoners behind bars.

Xiaomi prepares to sell Linux laptops

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 29, 2015 5:50 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Linux, Mobile, Ubuntu

In today's open source roundup: Xiaomi will release two Linux laptops. Plus: A review of the Dell Chromebook 13. And a video preview of Unity 8 in Ubuntu 16.04.

Ubuntu 15.10 reviews roundup

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 28, 2015 8:19 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Reviews, Roundups; Groups: Distributions, Linux, Ubuntu

In today's open source roundup: Find out what the critics are saying about Ubuntu 15.10. Is it worth installing on your Ubuntu computer?

How to open a site as an app on your Chromebook

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 26, 2015 4:01 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Android, Distributions, Mobile, Ubuntu

In today's open source roundup: Open a site as an app on your Chromebook. Plus: Why didn't Google use Chrome OS in the Pixel C tablet? And Ubuntu 15.10 has been released.

Ubuntu 16's name: Xenial Xerus

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 22, 2015 1:31 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Android, Distributions, GNOME, Ubuntu

In today's open source roundup: Canonical picks the name for Ubuntu 16. Plus: GNOME gets a gaming hub. And The Google Play Store gets a whole new look.

Why Android is better than iOS for some users

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 21, 2015 10:54 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Android, Cloud, Linux, Mobile

In today's open source roundup: A Datamation writer explains why he prefers Android over iOS. Plus: A review of Dell's Chromebook 13. And a helpful beginner's guide to Linux.

HP announces new Chromebook 14 with Intel processor

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 20, 2015 5:21 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Android, Linux, Mobile

In today's open source roundup: HP's new Chromebook 14 will use an Intel processor. Plus: DistroWatch reviews Linux Lite 2.6. And a review of the Nexus 6P phone.

Valve removes SteamOS icons from some Linux games

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 20, 2015 5:55 AM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Games, Linux

In today's open source roundup: Valve removes the SteamOS icon from some Linux games. Plus: How to make the Steam Controller work in Linux. And is the Alienware Steam Machine worth buying?

Linux Foundation extends free Chromebook offer

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 15, 2015 5:32 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Community, Linux, Ubuntu

In today's open source roundup: The Linux Foundation's free Chromebook offer has been extended. Plus: The Ubuntu Touch store gets its first malicious app. And can the Internet exist without Linux?

Is Arch Linux more trouble than it's worth?

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 14, 2015 6:15 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Arch, Distributions, Ubuntu

In today's open source roundup: An Arch Linux user wonders if it's worth the bother to run it. Plus: Ubuntu 15.10 will ship with GNOME's overlay scroll bars. And Ubuntu phones will be able to run Linux apps.

Run Windows applications on Android via WINE

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 13, 2015 6:19 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Android, Distributions, Linux, Mobile

In today's open source roundup: WINE is coming to Android devices. Plus: Create your own desktop environment for Linux. And a video unboxing and review of the Nexus 6P.

Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0 review

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 12, 2015 10:59 AM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Distributions, GNOME, Linux

In today's open source roundup: A review of Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0. Plus: GNOME Software will get new rating system. And Matthew Garrett is not forking Linux.

Linux: Sarah Sharp defines what makes a good community

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 9, 2015 1:50 AM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Community, Developer, Linux

In today's open source roundup: Sarah Sharp shares her thoughts about what makes a good community. Plus: Norbert Preining examines Sarah Sharp's crusade. And Linux redditors share their thoughts about the Sarah Sharp controversy.

Linux: Is Sarah Sharp a Social Justice Warrior?

ITworld; By Jim Lynch (Posted by jimlynch on Oct 6, 2015 5:52 PM EDT)
Story Type: News Story, Roundups; Groups: Android, Community, Developer, Linux

In today's open source roundup: Sarah Sharp's resignation from Linux kernel development sparks charges that she is a Social Justice Warrior. Plus: A review of Android 6.0 Marshmellow. And will Google let Android apps run on Windows 10 Mobile?