I personally would go with Linux Distro of the fortnight! Here is how we can go about it :
* Get a list of *all* the Linux Distros (keep adding the new ones as and when they pop)
* Poll every fortnight as to which will be featured in the coming week.
* The users of the featured distro can highlight all the pros and cons about the distro; what special features does it have, how is it differe
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Distro of the week/month
Posted by kr0y 190 days agoCoolest Desktop of the Day
Posted by j0sh 200 days ago
Host a daily competition to award a "Coolest Desktop of the Day" (can be weekly, monthly, whatever). Windows users who visit Linux.com will be able to see for themselves how amazing Linux can really look, that it's not just a difficult command line interface, and eventually drive the FUD out of their minds.
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developer and user gap
Posted by phpdan 228 days ago
Since Linux is all about open source, I think the focus for the new linux.com website should be centered on the relationship between users and developers.
Users: educating them about developers/development and the gnu/linux system
Developers: educating them about users, requirements
One thing that I have always felt missing in the open source world is a giant knowledge base that is direc Read More »
Users: educating them about developers/development and the gnu/linux system
Developers: educating them about users, requirements
One thing that I have always felt missing in the open source world is a giant knowledge base that is direc Read More »
Linux job board
Posted by ionicus 235 days ago
Look for linux job's online, or submit your CV and let people know your are looking for one.
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Free/Public Jabber/XMPP Server
Posted by summel 245 days ago
Provide a free/open Jabber server for all users with jabber IDs like user@linux.com :)
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Linux users map in Linux.com
Posted by vgevorgyan 242 days ago
It will be good to count the Linux users and show them in the Google map.
Also can filter by distros. Read More »
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Linux Uses by non-techies
Posted by nycjeff 247 days ago
It could be a feature or something that shows how linux can be used by people who aren't formally in the computer fields.
i.e. how is this elementary school teacher using linux?
How is this screenwriter using linux?
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i.e. how is this elementary school teacher using linux?
How is this screenwriter using linux?
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Iusethis.com-like "social" application database
Posted by voxel 252 days ago
An app database like Iusethis.com (http://osx.iusethis.com/). It would be great for users looking for suitable applications for themselves. A Digg.com style voting system helps users to pick out software that is popular among other users.
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Ship Jumping!
Posted by ChevyBoy 253 days ago
Maybe a section for those of us who know alot about the Windows world, and are switching over to Linux. We know how to do everything on a computer, where do I find the equivalants in Linux? Not just sending email either. Just a thought.
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The Real Power of Linux
Posted by JALU 253 days ago
I often read in books and articles that the command line is the real power of Linux. My submission is for a more intensive focus via video tutorials on the command line. Also include the various shells,bash,csh,ksh and others so people can really see and use this Power. I agree wholeheartedly with ubducteds post,.... A Structured Lesson Plan, as well as DaddyG`s.... Tutorials for beginners. I als
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