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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Coolest Desktop of the Day
Posted by j0sh 200 days agodeveloper 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 »
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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lib showcase (for developers)
Posted by tommed 248 days ago
Ever written a piece of software the long/hard way, only then to realise that someone has already written a lib which is already available freely to you..?
It is very difficult to find developer libraries which perform a certain task, unless you know their name.
An archive of libraries articles (with links to Docs/Homepage) for developers to search through (much like UbuntuGeek has an arch Read More »
It is very difficult to find developer libraries which perform a certain task, unless you know their name.
An archive of libraries articles (with links to Docs/Homepage) for developers to search through (much like UbuntuGeek has an arch Read More »
Small business support
Posted by Ole 253 days ago
There are many advantages to using FOSS in a small business. One of the barriers is the doubts about getting support - particularly because their local shop won't provide it. Perhaps linux.com can have an area dedicated to helping small business. Regular articles and an extensive listing with how-tos on how to get that support.
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Migration Help from Windows to Free Software
Posted by sebastian 255 days ago
Help users switching from Windows to Linux.
Provide a list of Windows applications and alternative free software (Linux) applications.
Highlight differences and similarities, describe what can be done and what not with the free software alternative.
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Provide a list of Windows applications and alternative free software (Linux) applications.
Highlight differences and similarities, describe what can be done and what not with the free software alternative.
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Linux for educators
Posted by Ole 254 days ago
There is a constant need for educational material in schools. This can include both videos and software.
Linux and open source is a natural, but teachers can use help in getting it adopted. Educators also have a need for material which they can use for free as it has traditionally been very expensive. In order to give this impetus, I suggest a special section for school oriented content and, m Read More »
Linux and open source is a natural, but teachers can use help in getting it adopted. Educators also have a need for material which they can use for free as it has traditionally been very expensive. In order to give this impetus, I suggest a special section for school oriented content and, m Read More »
An idiots guide to "Open Source" licences
Posted by tommed 258 days ago
I'm sure I'm not the one who gets confused with the many options out there for copyleft and copyright agreements?
What are the advantages or disadvantages of each?
A comprehensive guide would be brill! Read More »
What are the advantages or disadvantages of each?
A comprehensive guide would be brill! Read More »
linux.com welcome page
Posted by mshelby1 255 days ago
I like the sparse look of the new welcome page. Please keep it simple. Learn from Google. If linux.com will be the main source for Linux info and help, then the welcome screen should only serve to drive the visitor into the proper menu choice subsystem. It should not overwhelm the already overwhelmed user who is seeking help! Looking forward to the changes!
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All distro home pages
Posted by gary 263 days ago
A place where the home page of all known LINUX distributions
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