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Source: DistroWatch.com: News

Meric Mara has announced the release of Kahel OS 05-01-2010, an Arch-based, desktop-oriented Linux distribution with GNOME as the default desktop: "The May One version of KahelOS installer (KahelOS 050110) is dedicated to all the laborers around the world. The highlight of this installer is the easier and .

Source: DistroWatch.com: News

Anne Nicholas has announced the availability of the second beta release of Mandriva Linux 2010.1: "We are now very near the final release. Here comes the second beta release for 2010.1 version of Mandriva Linux. As usual you will be able to test it as it's available on .

Source: Linux Today

The following steps provide two methods of putting the fresh new release of Ubuntu 10.04 LTS (Lucid Lynx) on a USB stick. The first method will create a bootable USB stick with a live version and the second process will create a live version with persistence.

Source: Linux Today

Datamation: ""All video codecs are covered by patents," Jobs said in the e-mail, according to Roy. "A patent pool is being assembled to go after Theora and other 'open source' codecs now"

Source: Linux Today

Groklaw: "Do you remember the patent infringement case IP Innovation filed against Red Hat and Novell in 2007? We looked for prior art, if you recall.

Well, I'm very happy to tell you that Red Hat and Novell have prevailed in the litigation:"

Source: Linux Today

V3.co.uk: "V3.co.uk gets a walk through of the Joojoo tablet, which has a USB port and runs Linux underneath its browser interface. The 12.1-inch tablet has a capacitive touchscreen and features an Intel 1.6GHz Atom processor and Nvidia ION chipset."

Source: Linux Today

Cyber Cynic: "Steve Jobs anti-Adobe Flash rant is really quite a remarkable document both for what it says, and what it doesn't say."

Source: Linux Today

OSNews: "Other codecs often come up in these discussions. The distinction between the availability of source code and the ownership of the intellectual property in that available source code is critical."

Source: Linux Today

DaniWeb: "Just when you thought it couldn't get any worse in the world of software patents, a reliable source sent me this response from Steve Jobs about a patent pool that's forming and aiming to nail the open source codecs projects."

Source: Slashdot: Linux

walterbyrd writes with news that Red Hat and Novell have won a patent case brought by a subsidiary of Acacia Research Corporation. The company had "accused Red Hat and Novell of infringing three patents that cover a computer-based graphical user interface that spans multiple workplaces, and lets users access icons remotely, according to court documents. A jury in Marshall, Texas yesterday sided with Red Hat and Novell's defense that the patents were invalid." Red Hat's Michael Cunningham said, "The jury knocked out three invalid patents that were masquerading as a new and important inventions, when they were not. We appreciate the jury's wisdom and remain committed to providing value to our customers, including through our Open Source Assurance program. We also remain stalwart in resisting bogus shakedown tactics."

Read more of this story at Slashdot.

Source: Security DevCenter

Nice VPN youse gots here. Be a shame if sumpting were to happen to it, right Louie?

Source: Security DevCenter

With this full color, no-nonsense guide, you'll learn the quickest ways to solve a problem or learn a skill with Microsoft Access 2010. Easy-to-follow steps and concise, straightforward language make learning plain and simple!

Source: Security DevCenter

This book takes you step by step through the process of building powerful web applications using Silverlight. You'll explore the controls available for building interactive user interfaces, and learn how to make the most of the rich media capabilities that Silverlight offers, including HD Video, Deep Zoom, Photosynth, and more.

Source: Security DevCenter

Network flow analysis is the art of studying the traffic on a computer network. Understanding the ways to export flow and collect and analyze data separates good network administrators from great ones. The detailed instructions in Network Flow Analysis teach the busy network administrator how to build every component of a flow-based network awareness system and how network analysis and auditing can help address problems and improve network reliability.

Source: Security DevCenter

Want to get in on the fun of programming graphics? With this little book, you can learn how even if you have no programming experience. Processing, an open-source programming environment, makes it easy for anyone to create drawings, animation, and interactive images. Written by the co-founders of the Processing project, Getting Started with Processing is packed with projects you can dive right into.

Source: Security DevCenter

With this full color, no-nonsense guide, you'll learn the quickest ways to solve a problem or learn a skill with Microsoft Excel 2010. Easy-to-follow steps and concise, straightforward language make learning plain and simple!

Source: Security DevCenter

The new edition of this best-selling guide to Ubuntu for beginners covers Ubuntu 10.04, Lucid Lynx. Grant tackles topics likely to be of interest to the average desktop user such as installing software; connecting to the Internet; working with flash drives, printers, and scanners; burning CDs and DVDs; playing audio and video; using iPods; customization; and even a bit of the command line. Based on reader feedback, this edition includes even more screenshots and visuals; more troubleshooting help; more specific tips and tricks; and a bit more technical stuff, in plain English of course.

Source: Security DevCenter

The smart way to learn the latest version of Excel 2010-one step at a time! Build exactly the skills you need by working at your own pace through easy-to-follow lessons and hands-on practice files available online.

Source: Security DevCenter

With this full color, no-nonsense guide, you'll learn the quickest ways to solve a problem or learn a skill with Microsoft Outlook 2010. Easy-to-follow steps and concise, straightforward language make learning plain and simple!

Source: Security DevCenter

This Missing Manual helps you quickly and painlessly master the latest version of this industry-standard web design and management program. Perfect for beginners who need step-by-step guidance and for longtime Dreamweaver masters who need a handy reference, the 7th edition of this bestselling Missing Manual offers jargon-free language and clear descriptions for designing, organizing, building, and deploying websites. It's the ultimate atlas for Dreamweaver CS5.

Source: Security DevCenter

Wicked WordPress Themes is a step-by-step guide to creating beautiful themes for the world's most popular CMS, WordPress.