GIMP 2.6 Glimpse inside the new GIMP
Apr 30, 2009GIMP 2.6 offers exciting improvements for graphics professionals and enthusiasts alike. With this latest release of GIMP, your imagination might just have found its new best friend.
more »Fsniper Distributing files with Fsniper
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more »iFolder Releases Support for All Major Platforms
Apr 03, 2009The wait is over for iFolder updates. Wider platform support and a number of significant additions should have the FOSS community moving forward again with the iFolder project.
more »Save The ScreenSavers!
Apr 02, 2009XScreenSaver is one of the most widely-used screensaver applications for Linux systems. The Debian project is seeking new maintainers to help keep the software running.
more »Osmo Managing appointments and contacts with Osmo
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more »Workspace: FreeMind Getting the most out of FreeMind
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more »ASK KLAUS!
Mar 29, 2009Klaus Knopper is the creator of Knoppix and co-founder of the 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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