Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:48:33 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/ Linux Identity - Linux in Your Hands en http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/images/LI_logo.jpg http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/ admin@linuxidentity.com http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5058 Order now As usual, this issue of Linux Identity comes with 2 DVDs for you to enjoy. The first one contains both 32 and 64-bit Live DVDs of Ubuntu Oneiric Ocelot and another multi-bootable DVD which has Ubuntu (with GNOME), Kubuntu (with KDE), Lubuntu (with LXDE), Xubuntu (with Xfce) and Mythbuntu (Media Center) 32-bit. In this issue we'll have an article on how to set up a redundant storage cluster with Gluster and Ubuntu server. On the desktop front, we'll be taking a good look at the newly released 11.10 which brings in the transition to GNOME 3 as well as a (r)evolution of Ubuntu's own Unity interface. We also reviewed the Sylpheed email client, that provides a good alternative for Evolution or Thunderbird. Thank you for your interest in Ubuntu 11.10. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:48:33 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5057 Order now The magazine The Best of Linux aims to bring you the latest versions of the best Linux distributions at the moment. The Open Source world is an environment that is changing so quickly that we sometimes struggle to follow the latest developments. This edition will not only enable us to update users, but also to choose which distribution is made for you. The mutli-bootable DVD included in the magazine is a snapshot of our innovations : • Debian 6.0.1 Squeeze • Ubuntu 11.04 Natty Narwhal • Linux Mint 11 Katya • Fedora 15 Lovelock • openSUSE 11.4 Celadon Some distributions promote information, while others prefer quality. It's up to you to test them, and make your choice! Fri, 12 Aug 2011 06:59:43 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5056 Order now The Linux Identity beginners edition is ready! It comes with the newest version of Ubuntu, the best distribution for Linux newbies, as its aim is to provide an easy to use and stable Linux desktop. The usuability, speed and stability are there, all it needs is you to try it out! This issue is supplied with a bootable DVD containing a full version of Ubuntu 11.04 Natty Narwhal, in 32-bit version that can be also run on 64-bit machines. In the magazine we tackle how to prepare to install it on the hard drive and what to do next. We wish you happy reading and happy adventure with Linux! Fri, 12 Aug 2011 06:37:11 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5055 Order now Linux Mint 11, codenamed “Katya” is just available in the new edition of Linux Identity! This new release comes with updated software and brings refinements and new features to make your desktop even more comfortable to use. Many improvements were made to the graphical interface of the Software Manager, the Update Manager is faster that before, the Desktop Settings tool is now “desktop-agnostic”. Then, Linux Mint brings further Artwork and System improvements. The magazine comes with 2 Live CDs containing the installers of Linux Mint 11 for both 32-bit and 64-bit architectures. The 32-bit CD will work on any PC. But if you've got a modern computer with more than 4GB of RAM and a 64-bit processor, the 64-bit CD might give you better performance. Fri, 10 Jun 2011 07:23:51 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5054 Order now The new Linux Identity Set is devoted to Linux distribution Fedora 15 “Lovelock”. Fedora stands out from the pack due to its polished interface, excellent community support, cutting-edge software and constant updates. It continues the tradition of combining a new technology with stability and reliability of the products, developed by Red Hat. The DVD coming with this issue features Fedora 15 for both 32-bit and 64-bit architectures. It is generally recommended to use the 64-bit version if your system can handle it, and most machines manufactured in the past several years are 64-bit. However, if this won’t work on your system, the 32-bit version is also included. This release includes so many features to try, that eventually could become your favorite distribution. Hope, you will enjoy it. Thu, 09 Jun 2011 07:41:03 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5053 Order now We are presenting the Linux Identity edition that brings the new Ubuntu 11.04 codenamed Natty Narwhal, providing an in-deph review of the new features of this release.This is a milestone release in Ubuntu's history; the most important change is switching from GNOME to Unity for desktop management. Unity, a shell for GNOME, is aimed at improving the user experience within Ubuntu by making it easy to use. Ubuntu has also introduced several changes in the default software: OpenOffice.org is replaced by LibreOffice, while Rhythmbox is moving to Banshee. This issue includes 2 DVDs, one containing both 32 and 64-bit Live DVDs of Ubuntu 11.04 and another multi-bootable DVD which has Ubuntu, Kubuntu, Xubuntu and Mythbuntu 32-bit. Enjoy using Ubuntu or its derivative and reading this great edition! Tue, 17 May 2011 06:16:20 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5052 Order now Welcome to the Linux Identity magazine where we bring the world's most popular open source productivity suite: OpenOffice.org. This edition is dedicated to latest version OpenOffice.org 3.3 that was recently released. A special consideration is given for new users and those migrating from Microsoft Office because of the numerous advantages like stability and low costs. Today OpenOffice.org is the best productivity suite available on Linux, Mac OS X, Solaris and Windows systems. As you continue to use this free and open source solution, you'll observe the various benefits. This issue covers all aspects of OpenOffice.org 3.3 and we believe that it will prove a trusted guide for beginners as well as regular users. It comes with a DVD containing the installers for all platforms. Mon, 07 Mar 2011 04:31:41 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5051 Order now This month, Linux Identity offers the discovery of not one but five distros! • Ubuntu 10.10 • Fedora 14 • Linux Mint 10 • openSUSE 11.3 • PCLinuxOS 2010.12 The aim of this issue is to give you basic information about these popular distributions. You will find more information regarding the installation and working of these Linux distributions. They will help you further in choosing the appropriate one. The multi-bootable DVD attached to this edition contains all 5 distributions in their Live, 32-bit version. Treat yourself to a distro that tempts you... Fri, 14 Jan 2011 06:19:04 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5050 Order now We are pleased to announce that the next issue of Linux Starter Kit (with DVD accompanying containing Ubuntu 10.10 Maverick Meerkat) will be available shortly. Ubuntu Maverick Meerkat is a rich operating system and to help you get the most of it, we are glad to present you a fine selection of articles to help you get where you want to go in your Linux experience. Be it in the office, in the server room, at home, looking for entertainment or just surfing the web. The DVD that came with this issue represents the Live DVD of Ubuntu 10.10 Linux distribution. It offers you the opportunity to test Ubuntu just by booting it, without the need of modifying your hard disk contents. To just try Ubuntu – using the Live DVD session – after you are asked to choose the language for the following screens from the menu that appears as soon as your computer loads the disc's menu, choose the first option: Try Ubuntu without any change to your computer. The good news is that after you have enjoyed testing Ubuntu using the Live DVD or the stick you have prepared, you can install Ubuntu free of charge on how many computers you want, make how many copies of it you want, redistribute it and even share it with your friends. E n j o y ! Wed, 12 Jan 2011 07:30:15 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5049 Order now In this issue we try our best to present the latest version of Fedora Linux, codenamed Laughlin. Fedora 14 comes in many flavors and spins to suit your needs be it education, security, creativity, engineering, office applications, or even games. As you read through the articles in the magazine, you will be confronted with many reasons as to why you should choose Fedora. There are 2 double sided DVDs attached with this issue. They include about 15 GB of contents, namely: • DVD 1: full 32-bit and 64-bit Fedora 14, • DVD 2: Fedora 14 multi-live spins for Gnome, KDE, Xfce, LXDE, Security and Design and Games spin with over 100 games. Fedora can be run on almost all popular platforms and architectures, it is one of the most secure operating systems in the world, you can tweak it to suit your needs, make it very fast and productive, so don't be too long, try out Fedora and enjoy it! Wed, 10 Nov 2010 05:49:10 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5048 Order now This issue of Linux Identity is providing an in-depth review of the newest iteration of the Ubuntu 10.10 codenamed Maverick Meerkat. You should find here a nice guide for the already existing users and an inspiration for the users still unknown of the Ubuntu magic. There are two DVDs attached to this magazine. The first double sided DVD contains the full official version of Ubuntu 10.10 Maverick Meerkat for 32 and 64-bit installations. The second one is a multiboot DVD. It includes Ubuntu 10.10 Maverick Meerkat and its four derivatives (Kubuntu LiveCD, Xubuntu LiveCD, Mythbuntu LiveCD and Ubuntu Netbook Edition LiveCD). And, thanks to the LiveCD technology, all these four systems are readily available from one DVD. What's more, starting DVD in Live mode gives the opportunity to test all derivatives without touching the drive itself. Now, you're set to discover the thrilling world of Ubuntu. If you've not already done so, put the DVD on your DVD drive, restart your computer, and here we go! Wed, 20 Oct 2010 04:52:59 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5047 Order now Linux Identity Set is devoted to the “flagship” distributions of the moment. And you will find yourself with a difficult choice, because all of them are of immeasurable quality. Each distribution has its own “philosophy” which is very important to understand before adopting it. Your choice will give you the pleasure of using an operating system based on Linux. The magazine is provided with the latest stable version of each of the five distributions contained on one multibootable DVD: • Ubuntu 10.04.1 • Fedora 13 • Linux Mint 9 • openSUSE 11.3 • Mandriva 2010.1 One which are currently the favorite distributions of Linux users. Together we will see the qualities and faults of each one, with the final goal, the choice of the distribution that suits us. Tue, 07 Sep 2010 06:38:33 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5046 Order now This edition of Linux Identity will bring to you much of the Ubuntu world, with articles directed to everyone, from newcomers to advanced users. You'll learn how to install it in your personal computer, configuring it according to your preferences, use many of the shipped applications. Nowadays, Ubuntu offers a higher level of maturity, giving its users a new and customized look, many usuability improvements and huge boot time reduction. This distribution is recommended for everyone, due to its security, great speed, versatility and usuability, all allied with the highly available documentation from the official site or from thousands of blog posts and wiki pages. Linux Identity Starter comes with an Ubuntu 10.04.1 installation disc. This is the Live CD, so you can try it without touching the drive itself. Enjoy this great and completely free experience. Tue, 07 Sep 2010 06:37:42 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5045 Order now We have the pleasure to bring to you the magazine devoted to the 2nd most used Linux distribution and 4th most widely used desktop operating system in the world. Based on Ubuntu 10.04 Lucid Lynx, Linux Mint 9 Isadora features a lot of improvements and the latest software from the Open Source world. New features at a glance: 30,000 programs catalogued and reviewable both online and in the new software manager, brand new incremental backup tool for both data and software selection, menu transparency and editable items, USB and Windows installers, 3 years support, look and feel improvements. Linux Identity Office gives you everything you need to install, use and enjoy Linux, full-featured operating system, easier to use and to maintain that its biggest competitor and in many ways more comfortable for the home user. With this magazine you will find 32-bit and 64-bit CDs of Linux Mint 9. These are the Live CDs, so you can place the CD in your drive, and have a fully functional Linux operating system without installing anything to your hard drive. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 07:54:56 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5044 Order now This edition of Linux Identity magazine introduces you to members of the Ubuntu 10.04 Family and gets you started with this fresh release. Accompanying this issue are two DVD discs for 32 and 64-bit architectures containing Ubuntu and its popular variants: Kubuntu, Xubuntu and Mythbuntu. The 32-bit DVD also includes the Ubuntu Netbook Edition. The discs have been specially engineered to allow a user to try flavors of Lucid Lynx without changing the computer configuration. Ubuntu 10.04 is the third LTS release and will receive support for Desktop Editions till April 2013. Codenamed Lucid Lynx after the clear minded thoughtful predator, this thrilling release concentrates on stability, usability and productivity. This issue of Linux Identity consists of useful articles to assist you through installation and setting up the flavors of Lucid Lynx. Various excerpts are elucidated with pictures to help you understand them better. A special emphasis is given on security which is the major concern nowadays. Besides, there are articles to familiarize you with the software and services available for this distribution. Methods to increase productivity and customization according to your preferences are also discussed. Mon, 17 May 2010 05:34:08 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5043 Order now In this Linux Identity you will find a balanced presentation of the strengths and defaults of the „main” actors in the GNU/Linux world. This edition contains enough information to define which distribution is in 2010 the one that fulfills your needs. The distributions provided in this issue, namely: Ubuntu 9.10 Karmic Koala, Fedora 12 Constantine, Linux Mint 8 Helena, openSUSE 11.2 Fichte and Mandriva 2010 (One) Adélie, represent the most widely used distributions according to Distrowatch and other indicators. There are well translated, largely popular out of their „native” country, and provide graphical configuration tools aside of the classical KDE/Gnome desktops with latest kernel. This magazine doesn't come alone. The Best of Linux offers a multi-bootable and installable DVD. This means that 5 distributions mentioned above are available on one the disc. Select one of them when you start the computer. You can test each distribution using the Live mode, which allows you to run the operating system without installing it on the hard drive. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 04:26:11 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5042 Order now Linux Starter Kit contains a lot of articles to get you started on using Linux system. You will get to know how to install and use the world's most popular distro – Ubuntu 9.10. We will look at the Linux multi-user model and hardware support and place you in control of your system. For those who are not ready to let go of their Windows OS, there's an article about peaceful co-existance of Linux and Windows on the same machine. CD attached to the magazine contains official version of Ubuntu 9.10 intended for desktop and laptop computers. A huge library of useful applications is here on CD – ready to use in Live system mode or after Ubuntu installation on your hard drive. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 07:34:27 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5041 Order now Linux Identity Office is a magazine devoted to OpenOffice.org 3.2 – the newest release of the very popular fully-featured office suite and a strong competitor for Microsoft Office. You may use it for any purpose – domestic, commercial, educational, public administration. OpenOffice.org (OOo) brings some new features and improvements in its latest 3.2 release. The most noticeable are: faster start-ups, better compatibility with other office programs, ODF support, proprietary file support... A great library of extensions allows to add new modules to OOo and make it working the way you like. This special edition of Linux Identity constitutes a sort of guidebook on the OpenOffice.org's modules: Writer, Calc, Impress, Math, Base... The DVD coming with this magazine contains, inter alia, the install files for the following architectures: Windows, Linux, Mac OS X and Solaris. On top of that, you will find about thirty helpful extensions that you can use to improve the OOo functionality. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:49:30 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5040 Order now CentOS is a free Open Source community enterprise Linux distribution, based on Red Hat sources. The CentOS community is estimated at more than 6 million systems worldwide. This Linux distribution includes all components in one product, so that enables users to download one version and customize the installation process to accommodate the needs of the system it will be installed on. Linux Identity Set contains everything you need to discover the latest version of CentOS. This issue includes the DVD set (2xDVDs devoted to 32 & 64-bit architectures) allowing you to install CentOS 5.4 by means of a DVD drive. CentOS 5.4 comes with all the usual suspects in terms of server and application software. There are many major updates released, and they regard the following aspects: kernel and driver, filesystem, virtualization, desktop, tools, architecture... Tue, 15 Dec 2009 06:45:13 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5039 Order now We have the pleasure to announce the new Linux Identity magazine devoted to the latest, 25th version of Mandriva, one of the pioneers in Linux. Linux offers a great alternative to proprietary operating systems and Mandriva is one of the slickest and most polished distributions available. This edition comes with two install DVDs and covers the basics from installation, updates and dual-booting through to desktop personalization and user management. Mandriva 2010 focuses, inter alia, on developing the configuration tools, providing innovation in things like desktop search and management of upgrades, and making your experience as a user better in the scope of boot up time, partitioning, package management, security... Tue, 15 Dec 2009 05:00:18 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5038 Order now October is upon us again and apart from Autumn this also means a new release of Ubuntu Linux, the Karmic Koala. Karmic is special not only because of it's rich features and new technologies but because it marks the fifth anniversary of the Ubuntu Linux distribution (Warty, or Ubuntu 4.10, was the first release). In this issue of Linux Identity Starter, you will find two bootable install DVDs containing Ubuntu 9.10 Karmic Koala and its derivatives: Kubuntu 9.10, Xubuntu 9.10 and Mythbuntu 9.10 for both architectures: 32 & 64-bits. The cool thing about them is that you get the opportunity to test each distribution in a live environment. Furthermore, you can choose to install Ubuntu inside a Windows operating system – just like any other application, by using Wubi – or directly on your machine, running Linux from its own dedicated partition(s). Karmic brings about the usual improvements which include the new GNOME version (2.28). It's following suit with the GNOME project itself by replacing Pidgin and Ekiga with the Empathy instant messenger. So, if you haven't already upgraded, it's time to give the Koala a try. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:42:22 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5037 Buy now Linux offers the pleasure of sharing: not only software, but knowledge. Using Linux, and especially Ubuntu, makes you a part of a large global community of people that enjoy using free software to fulfill their computing needs and also their entertainment ones. It's a phenomenon of the 21st century, revolving around the idea of connecting people from different cultural environments through an operating system that lets everybody contribute to it. Ubuntu's fundamental concept is humanity to others or I am what I am because of who we all are (the translation into English of the word ubuntu from the Zulu language). The core of the Ubuntu philosophy is represented by the following ideals: Every computer user should have the freedom to download, run, copy, distribute, study, share, change their software for any purpose, without paying licensing fees. Every computer user should be able to use their software in the language of their choice. Every computer user should be given every opportunity to use software even if they work under a disability. This issue will take you step by step into Ubuntu's world, showing you in detail what must be done to have a successful install, how you can boot it along with Windows, how to configure software applications and hardware. Also, assuming that you are new to the free and open-source community represented by Linux, you will learn how Ubuntu's directory structure looks like so that you can find files that interest you very quickly and a glimpse of Linux commands to be able to work with the terminal. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 05:55:47 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5036 Buy now Fedora is a innovative and fast moving distribution. Not only does it have new releases every six months, it also gets a large number of updates. Unlike some other distributions which limit themselves to only providing security and major bug fixes, Fedora tends to stay close to upstream releases and provides many new enhancements via updates regularly. Fedora (Leonidas) 11 is a significant milestone from the Fedora Project with a feature list that dwarfs the previous releases. This magazine includes two DVD versions of Fedora 11 Leonidas: 32-bit and 64-bit. 32-bit, or x86 as labeled on official version, is recommended for 32-bit AMD, Intel Pentium family, Intel Core Duo and some VIA chipsets. 32-bit can also be used on 64-bit computers. 64-bit version is recommended for 64-bit AMD, Intel (EM64T including Pentium M, Core 2 Duo, and Xeon) and can be only installed on 64-bit computer. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:29:02 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5035 Buy now Welcome to another edition of Linux Identity. This time, we explore Ubuntu 9.04 Jaunty Jackalope and its family, the latest release of the world's most popular Linux distributions. We are pleased to offer 2 multiboot DVDs with both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of: Ubuntu 9.04 – the main distribution that includes the GNOME desktop software, Kubuntu 9.04 – contains KDE desktop and its related software, Xubuntu 9.04 – uses a modified XFCE desktop and its collection of applications, and Mythbuntu 9.04 – focused on media center. You can decide which sounds the best for what you want to do. The Ubuntu developers and community have given the Linux world pleasant surprises with the advances that are made in each successive release. This new release gives really great new features, such as: speed improvements, new icons, themes, backgrounds and others to make your Linux experience better. Users will notice that Ubuntu 9.04 is sporting a new look and feel. We invite you to test and enjoy the newest Ubuntu that gives you an enhanced desktop, 18 months of upgrades and the power and freedom of using Open Source software. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 05:14:16 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5034 Buy now The multiboot DVD attached to this edition contains the 4 distributions, namely: • Fedora, • Mandriva, • openSUSE, • Ubuntu. You will find in this magazine an introduction to each of this major actors in order to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses. Keep in mind that your needs may and probably will evolve (testing a distribution within a couple of hours is different than using it for years). Most of what you will learn in one distribution will be usable in another one (GNOME tools, KDE tools, shells commands are distribution-agnostic). Each distribution tries to provide the best experience “out-of-the-box”, so we offer you the possibility to test the Live edition in order to verify if your specific hardware setup is correctly handled. Using this Live mode allows to check thoroughly the distribution's fitness to your needs without altering the disk partitioning. If you appreciate what you have seen, you just need to click on the Install icon on the desktop to have the distribution on your hard drive. Thu, 14 May 2009 04:14:33 -0400