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Introduction

I started writing for Bright Hub in October of 2008.  I have written many articles for Bright Hub since then.  This page features an overview of all of the articles published on Bright hub written by me.  The articles are in no particular order.  But if you ask me you can tell my earlier articles from my latest easily.   I hope to write many many more I love sharing my knowledge or turning new users on to Linux Ubuntu in particular.   I think this blog and my Bright Hub articles compliment each other perfectly.   If some of the subject written about need more depth then I’m able to do so on this blog.  Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or maybe a subject I can write about, I’m always open to suggestions.

The Newest Articles Are on top.

Linux Channel


  • Linux iptables an Introduction
    When you start out with Linux it can be quit daunting. You have to learn a new interface. Find out how to speak Linux. Figure out if you’re hardware is going to work with Linux. And figure out how the security features of Linux work.
  • Linux Password Managers Reviewed
    We all live an on-line life these days. With that on-line life come a host of passwords to remember. Many websites require credentials to get to the good stuff behind the login. Using one password for all those sites is not secure. So how do you remember what password goes to which website? This is where password managers come in. Password managers allow you to use different passwords and user-names for all of your on-line accounts. On Linux we have choices as to which password manager fits our needs most. In this article, I review six options you can use to manage passwords on Linux.
  • What E-Readers Are Available for Linux
    It’s been a year since Tolga Balci reviewed FBReader for Linux, more specifically Ubuntu. I thought I would take another look at the options now available to read e-books on a Linux computer. In this article you will find my conclusions.
  • The Best Online Sources for Linux Hosting Support
     Setting up a webhost is not that hard anymore. There are great sources on the Internet for Linux hosting support. This article will discuss my road to setting up my on hosting server. I will give you the resources I have accumulated. This article is a little link heavy, but after reading this you will be able to setup your own hosting server, or at least find the support you need when you are stuck.
  • PBX VOIP Servers What Options Are There?
    How does calling for free or cheap sound to you? If that sounds good then you should check out this article about Linux VOIP PBX servers. This article will give you some options to choose from when setting up your PBX. If you call overseas a lot or have a business then check this article out.
  • How to use OpenOffice.org 3.0 Portable on Linux
     Portable applications are used on USB flash-drives to access applications without installing them on the host computer. Can we use them on Linux? In this article we will find out.
  • How to Edit The OpenOffice.org 3.0 Default Template
     In OpenOffice.org 3.0 you can use a default template. Default templates are handy if you write a lot of letters with the same format or if you have to invoice and want to use your own layout for this. This article explains how to create templates in OpenOffice.org 3.0.
  • Krusader – The Best You’ll Find in File Browsing
    In the Linux world, you can choose from a lot of different file browsers. Each distribution often comes with its own flavor. Krusader is a KDE desktop file browser, but it will work on Gnome as well. In this article, you will find why I think it is great to use.
  • Mitter: Perfect Twitter Desktop Client for Linux
    Are you tired of having to refresh your Twitter homepage every five minutes? Then you need Mitter. In this review of Mitter, we also show you how to set it up and give a little background on the Twitter craze.
  • How to Install Kubuntu With Wubi
    Installing Linux under Windows was never this easy. With Wubi, you can install Kubuntu by simply inserting the Kubuntu CD in your CD-ROM player. In this article, I will talk you through this installation, and go over what information to provide to a help forum or in a 911 email if things go bad.
  • How to Install Kubuntu? Should I Migrate From Windows to Linux Kubuntu?
    The move from Windows to Linux is easier than ever with Kubuntu. Kubuntu uses the KDE desktop, which has a one button start menu similar to Windows. With a large community behind (K)Ubuntu, help is easy to find. So what are you waiting for? Switch to a free and open source software now.
  • Introduction to Kubuntu 8.04 and 8.10 with KDE4
    This article is an introduction to help get you started with your fresh Kubuntu installation. Where is everything? Also, we’ll explain how to install a new software package in the Kubuntu environment.
  • Make Kubuntu Functional: Perfect*buntu-1.5.3 Will Install Flash & Java and Other Useful Packages
    One of the problems with installing Kubuntu used to be that you had to install all codecs, Java, Flash, and Firefox individually. I found a way to make this easier by using a Bash script. I also added Skype, MPlayer, and other software to the script.
  • Web Browsers on Linux
    With Linux you get a few options in web browsers. In this article we highlight 11 of those browsers – some popular, some not so popular. Whether you want to use a big name browser or not, this article will give you an insight into what your choices are.
  • Use your Ipod With Amarok: Linux and iPod Sync Techniques
    You own an iPod and you want to connect it to your Kubuntu desktop. This is easily done using a program called Amarok. In this article we discuss how to sync your iPod with Linux. With Amarok there is no reason why you can’t use your iPod on your Linux computer.
  • How Compatible Is Your Network Adapter With Linux?
    In this article I will tell you how to find out if your network adapter is Linux compatible or not. Proprietary drivers are often the problem why hardware is not supported in Linux.
  • Add Repositories of Your Favorite Packages to SOURCES.LIST
    Ever wondered why some packages aren’t updating automatically? This is because there is no link for this package in the sources.list file of Adept. This article shows you how to add these sources.
  • Ktorrent – One of the Best Torrent Clients for Linux
    In this article we review Ktorrent, one of the most versatile torrent clients for the KDE Desktop. We also provide a little insight into the history of Bittorrent and why we need Bittorrent as a Linux community.
  • Ever Wondered How To Get Utorrent (µtorrent) To Work On Linux?
    Utorrent (µtorrent) on Linux is possible but not without the use of Wine, a Windows emulator. In this article we will set up Wine and Utorrent (µtorrent). Configuring Utorrent (µtorrent) is not much different than on its Windows version.
  • New Ubuntu Version Released Jaunty Jackalope 9.04
    Today Canonical released their next generation. 9.04 is here and brings improvement to one of the best Linux distributions. In this article you will find all the download and upgrade links, as well as a tiny look at the new netbook remix. (For the download links scroll to the bottom of the page.)
  • Kubuntu 9.04 Jaunty Jackalope Is almost upon us what changes?
    What is new in Kubuntu 9.04. In this article you will find out. Ubuntu develops a new version twice a year. This article takes a look what the plans are for 9.04.
  • Linux Bash Scripting – Automate Tasks in Linux
    Do you have some commands you run all the time? Do you need rsync to only run when a IP address is reachable? Then you need to learn Bash scripting. Bash Scripting makes it easy to do repetitive tasks. In the first article in this series an introduction and some background.
  • Linux File Servers – Samba vs. NFS Windows Server
    When sharing files, just like with anything on Linux, you have more then one option, and you should make your choice based on what you need. We’ll take a look at both SAMBA Server and NFS Server in this article.
  • What is Fstab? Linux File System Table Demystified
    In this article, you will learn to understand fstab (File System Table) and its entries. We’ll show you how to add a new hard drive to fstab and mount the partitions automatically on boot. We’ll also explain some of the terminology used in fstab, and we take a look at the fdisk command.
  • What is Linux VPS? How to Have Your Own Private Linux Server
    Do you have a site that gets a lot of traffic? Do you want to control what is installed on the web server where your website is installed? We explain what Linux VPS is in this article.
  • Partitioning a Hard Drive in Linux with GParted
    Partitioning a new hard drive can be a daunting task for a new Linux user. This article explains how to do this, and it will give some insight on how to use GParted for this task. I’ll use a real life scenario and include a lot of screen shots to help out.
  • What is the cheapest way to host your website using Linux hosting?
    There are a lot of hosting company’s out there most of which offer Linux Hosting. Some of which are very cheap. This article offers a round-up of Linux Hosting. It gives you a general idea of who is hosting on the Linux platform.
  • How To Setup Your Own Linux Home Server
    There are a lot of reasons to run your own Linux home server. In this article series we provide an overview and how to’s for the most common servers.

Hardware Channel

Computer Security

  • Addonics Dual CipherChain Review
    Providing a secure place to sensitive information is easy – just install some software and all the user of the storage device needs to do is remember the password. What If you could use a key, stick it in, and presto access to the data? This article is a review of the Addonics Dual CipherChain
  • Wired Keyboards under attack
    Wired keyboards proven to be vulnerable. Someone could be reading the magnetic waves coming from the keyboard as you type. Two students of the EPFL in Switzerland experimented. Using 11 keyboards they concluded that all 11 are vulnerable to at least one of the four attacks tested.
  • Encrypt Your Files With File Castle. Encrypting As Easy as 1,2,3.
    It’s getting more and more important to protect sensitive files on mobile drives, USB flash drives and external hard drives. You hear the news stories of social security number’s stolen after a person finds a computer that was trashed. With Folder Castle this is history.
  • Fight Against Viruses And Spyware With Vipre
    In this age of downloading every thing from the Internet it is easy to infect your computer. Not only in the home but in the office as well. The danger of viruses and the nuisance of Spyware is always lurking in the shadows.
  • What Is SSL And Why SSL is Important on your Corporate Website
    Small business often underestimate the importance of a website. When they do get a website, it’s often created by a friend or inexperienced developer – and that can have disastrous consequences.
  • Fight Spam With Spam Terrier Free Antispam Software..
    Agnitum (Developers of the Outpost Pro Firewall) offers a free spam blocker called Spam Terrier. In this review I will be comparing Spam Terrier to the standard spam fighting tools in Outlook and Outlook Express. Also briefly explain what spam is for those who have never heard of the term “Spam”.

Windows Channel

  • How To Remove AV Security Suite
    If you are reading this you are not doing so from your infected computer. AV Security Suite would have blocked your Internet access. This article will explain in detail what AV Security Suite is and more importantly tell you how to remove it

Gadgets & Gizmo’s Channel

  • Ectaco jetBook Lite: eBook Reader Review
    eBooks are a popular alternative to paperbacks and hardcovers. The ability to carry a couple of thousand books on a device speaks to a lot of people. In this article we review the jetBook Lite. One of the few devices with a TFT monochrome LCD screen to read your books on.
  • Review of The Peek: Just Texting and E-mail in One Device
    The Peek is a two trick pony. Yes you heard me right, it only does two things. The Peek lets you e-mail and text for one low service fee a month. So does the Peek do what it promises? Does the Peek only do two things, but do them very well? Here is a review of the Peek.
  • The Magic-Pro ProMini 2.4GHz Tiny Wireless Keyboard ReviewAre you having troubles finding a small keyboard for your HTPC? I know I did. I think I have found a solution that I can recommend. Here is a review of the Magic-Pro ProMini 2.4GHz Tiny Wireless Keyboard.

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