Tool Tips Tool tests on the fast track
Jul 24, 2012Six tools tested:
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- Aletheia 0.0.9 Beta
- Monit 5.4
- Fish 0.3
- Mu 0.9.8.4
- Raider 0.13.1
Ask Klaus! Klaus Knopper answers your Linux questions
Jul 24, 2012Klaus Knopper is the creator of Knoppix and co-founder of LinuxTag expo. He currently works as a teacher, programmer, and consultant. If you have a configuration problem, or if you just want to learn more about how Linux works, send your questions to: klaus@linux-magazine.com
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