Mon, 04 Feb 2013 10:08:12 -0500 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=5066 Order now You will find in this review a large repertoire of what a modern distribution can offer from a software point of view but also, more and more, from a service perspective. The distributions offered in The Best of Linux edition are as follows: • Fedora 18 • Linux Mint 14 Cinnamon • Mageia 2 • openSUSE 12.2 • Ubuntu 12.10 Ubuntu is pushing its “One” services and with the recent announce of a Ubuntu dedicated phone distribution, this is for a start a promising competitor to Android. Mint listens the best to its community by offering a large choice of graphical interfaces. Mageia is trying to reconquer the old Mandrake/Mandriva users heart by providing a polished ans stable community-driver distribution. OpenSUSE is still the reference, community-based enterprise-level distribution.This issue comes with the multiboot 32-bit DVD containing all 5 distributions mentioned above in their Live version. Mon, 04 Feb 2013 10:08:12 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5065 Order now Linux Identity Office is an exciting issue filled with articles that will help you learn Linux basics. This issue covers everything from how to install Ubuntu and get started with Linux to how to get things done using it. We have articles with a more philosophical bent that give you a sense of the advantages we see in Ubuntu over other operating systems. There are even more practical articles covering topics that are of interest and vital to any Linux user. The magazine comes with a bootable Live DVD containing full version of Ubuntu 12.10 that will make possible to try Linux operating system before installing ot on the hard drive. You will see that this is quality operating system with quality software and quality community standing behind it. We hope you enjoy learning about Ubuntu as you read and try it out. Mon, 04 Feb 2013 06:36:43 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5064 Order now Welcome to the latest edition of Linux Identity Starter, the edition dedicated to the latest version of the world's most popular free and Open Source operating system: Ubuntu 12.10 Quantal Quetzal, that comes with numerous new features. The Ubuntu project focuses a lot on simplicity and ease of use. Thus, it is starting point for most newbies, even those who are using Linux for the first time. Veteran users, on the other hand, can try out the new features in this exciting version. The articles in this magazine issue will equip you with the knowledge on how to use Ubuntu's rudder and compass and the installable version on the accompagnying DVDs will allow you to sail ship in no time at all. The DVDs coming with this isse contain each other: DVD10 (double face) – full, official version of Ubuntu 12.10 for both 32 and 64-bit systems and DVD5 – multiboot, 32-bit versions of: Kubuntu, Lubuntu, Xubuntu and Ubuntu Studio 12.10. Thu, 22 Nov 2012 07:57:20 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5063 Order now The latest edition of Linux Identity Office is focused on the latest happenings in the open source world, especially Ubuntu Linux operating system. The Ubuntu project is a starting point for most enthusiasts who want to take a serious step in the open source universe. The stability and robustness of Ubuntu is widely known in the open source community. Linux is a very popular choice among beginners and Ubuntu has topped the list of popular distributions for many years. For the desktop users, it is equipped with the best software be it the browser, mail client, office suite, or games. You can try Ubuntu from the accompagnying DVD, containing Ubuntu in its latest release - 12.04, without causing any harm to your existing system and hardware. You can also install it on your computer, either standalone or alongside existing operating systems. Good luck and have fun! Mon, 10 Sep 2012 06:51:23 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5062 Order now The distributions offered this time in The Best of Linux edition are as follows: • Fedora 17 • Linux Mint 13 Cinnamon • Mageia 2 • openSUSE 12.1 • Ubuntu 12.04 They present the relative choice available at the moment. If you are willing to test the latest and greatest desktop experience, you have to consider Mageia or openSUSE if KDE has your preference, or Fedora and Ubuntu for the GNOME desktop. If you wish to keep some continuity with your previous desktop experience, you may give a try to the different Mint flavors presenting altered GNOME desktop as in Mate or Cinnamon. For those who miss the old KDE 3, you can even install one of the distributions above and update it to the Trinity desktop, the evolution of KDE 3 created by some developers in reaction to the supposedly wrong direction taken by the “legitimate” KDE developers. Traditionaly, the magazine comes with the multiboot DVD containing all 5 distributions mentioned above in their Live version. Wed, 05 Sep 2012 07:41:20 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5061 Order now Linux Identity Starter comes with the newest Ubuntu 12.04 Precise Pangolin, a great release with many features, improvements that we recommend to try. Ubuntu is undoubtedly the most popular Linux distribution of all time! If you are new to Ubuntu and haven't used Linux before then fret not. You will feel at home with Ubuntu as it's easy to use and supports most hardware out of the box. This magazine comes with 2 bootable DVDs: 1st disc containing Ubuntu 12.04 for both 32 & 64-bit systems, the 2nd one containing Ubuntu with GNOME, Kubuntu with KDE, Xubuntu with Xfce, Lubuntu with LXDE and Mytbuntu oriented Media Center in 32-bit version. Ubuntu 12.04 is a LTS (Long term Support) release that means it will be updated for 5 years. Enjoy! Wed, 30 May 2012 07:07:53 -0400 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5060 Order now With the newest Linux Starter Kit you will have the opportunity to join the Ubuntu Users Community and have fun using powerful, stable, simple of use, as well as flexible for business, education and home Linux distribution. That's why we recommend it as the best system for newbies. After installing Ubuntu Linux you will be vested with the user friendly environment surrounded by the all kinds of software. Linux Identity Office offers Ubuntu in its latest version – 11.10. The articles included in this magazine will let you discover some hints which will help you to quickly assimilate the essence. You will be also offered with the live DVD that contains the full installer of Ubuntu 11.10. It will let you try the distribution before you decide to install it on the hard drive. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:04:05 -0500 http://www.linuxidentity.com/us/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5059 Order now In this new Linux Identity we provide you a comparison of the most popular Linux distributions available: • Debian 6.0.1 • Fedora 16 • Linux Mint 12 • openSUSE 12.1 • Ubuntu 11.10 In order to present “objective” information to help you in your choice of your personal best distribution, we used the exhaustive test suite with a selection of scenarios to give an overview “with numbers” of how the combination of choices made by each distribution impacts the final performance on your hardware. We also presented the qualitative information about distributions (community, support, reputation, …) as well as the results of the comparison of one of the most important parameters which will help you in determining if you will use one distribution or the other – the installer. On the DVD attached you will find all five distributions in live mode, in multi-boot. Just turn on your computer, insert the disc and pick up from the menu the distribution that interests you. Fri, 02 Mar 2012 06:37:37 -0500 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