I am trying to find a open source irc daemon that I can use for windows not linux. It doesn’t even have to be open source really as long as it is "freeware".

For those who dont know, Ubuntu is a free and open source Linux OS. It does pretty much everything windows does, has comparable software, (office, graphic editing, etc), and Is just as pretty, if not more. Also lets assume that if computers came pre-loaded with Ubuntu, that modern games were made for it. (sims3, modern warfare, etc.)
Would you still pay for windows??

I am running Linux (ubuntu) on its own partition. I have the windows partition mounted and can read and copy files from it. However, it is read-only. I want to be able to modify files in it and copy files into it.

What open-source software is there for ubuntu linux that will do this? How do I install it and make it work so that the NTFS partition is editable and mounted?

I am running Linux (ubuntu) on its own partition. I have the windows partition mounted and can read and copy files from it. However, it is read-only. I want to be able to modify files in it and copy files into it.

What open-source software is there for ubuntu linux that will do this? How do I install it and make it work so that the NTFS partition is editable and mounted?

Would like command line version, preferably for Linux, so that I can write shell scripts to specify which images to string together.

Well the time has come… I use the computer fairly often… surfing the web.. listening to music… I’m not much of a gamer.. however i know there is enough gaming between open source linux compatible games and my good old xbox to keep my occupied… heres where I need some help.

The only thing I care about on my xp is my music… I have about thirty gb… also… if I’m going to switch .. I think I want to go all the way.. I like the dual boot concept.. except my hardrive space is precious.. and Im afraid I would run out if I dual boot… will I have any regrets? Xubuntu or ubuntu? I’m a new user but pretty tech savy.. thanks

asterisk an open source software to implement in linux

It seems that everything linux is free and open source to everyone. So how do companies like Canonical Ltd (makers of Ubuntu) make their money to support what they are doing?

I am trying to find a open source irc daemon that I can use for windows not linux. It doesn’t even have to be open source really as long as it is "freeware".

The mass does not know what Linux/Unix is and even less know how to install it and get it up and running. Open Source is great, but Linux really needs to unite under some sort of origination. That will standerize things like driver support, Application programing, and Computer networking. Then after a more stable OS is made, they make a strong universal marketing campaign. When was the last time you saw a TV add for Linux? But Mac/Windows are on all the time! Get the word about Linux out!!!

I am looking into starting up a business that does electronic repairs, mods, and installations – like a computer shop but I would like to be able to install linux on PCs, homebrew on consoles, – possibly unlock phones – and unlock GPSs (based on windows CE into pocket PCs) Technically I would not be charging for the software – I would be charging for the service of installing the software – or the media the software comes on (Cost of a CD or DVD backup) – I also would add something about voiding warranties in some cases and not endorsing piracy. Would this all be legal?

I just got an HTC Inspire and I wanted to compile the vanilla (unedited) version of Android from Google and put it on my phone. I already went through the process of downloading the Android 2.3 source code onto my computer (running Ubuntu).

Does the vanilla version of Android comes with open source drivers like other linux based operating systems?
I’m not asking about the drivers for Windows.

I’m wanting to know if Android comes with open source drivers for its hardware (touchscreen, etc)?

hi, how many people is involved in developing linux, ubuntu, open source software?, been looking but i want to know how many developers are doing this great things

tnx

Need a flexible program that will allow me to keep track of tools, equipment, technicians, hours, costs, calibrations, classes, materials, track flow meters, pumps, pigging, manage techs, inventory, repairs and maintenance. Basically an extremely flexible and customizable management program that could coincide with excel.

what will become of all my media files, do i have to format my whole hard drive or just uninstall windows. linux is open source, correct? if not it is cheaper than win-XP. ive read some horror stories that without a computer science degree you have no chance of making it work. are these lies planted by microsoft? please include anything else you may feel is pertinent

how we didn,t use open sources programme ? some people said its diffecalt tom use it , or its need to programming languages , is that true ? tell me please .

I mean it can’t be that they spend their time and money to create software like Linux, Unix, GKnot, VirtualDub etc. etc. and get nothing in return.

because microsoft bought linux – will linux still be open source and free of charge?

Does anyone know some good open source Linux alternatives to the Macromedia Studio bundle (Flash, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, ect.)?

Is it just me, or does it seem like windows has borrowed quite a few features and ideas from the open source Linux?

I have sometimes wondered, how do companies that rely on Open source earn? Talk of Linux, Linus Torvalds who developed this, what benefited him by giving such nice OS for free? Or other software product companies that that are on open source, how are these companies making money? And if they existing in the industry to do business, while giving out products for free, what business are they doing? I m not against open source, but business is about making money. If i start a business today and rely on open source, how am I going to have my bread and butter??

As IT people say, future is open source, does that means all the big companies needs to close down their business just cuz of open source, so where is business + making money going if companies have to close down, eg MS, Apple

Ubuntu is a free and open source Linux distribution. It has been awarded as being the most user friendly Linux distribution, and it arguably has the most functionality and beauty of all desktop Linux distros. What would be the economic and social benefits to the individual and society? Would there be any disadvantages to its adoption?

I want to create a custom linux iso with a few of my personally developed applications and distribute it online. I know Linux is open source, but does this mean I can legally sell the ISO? Are some distros better suited for this than others?

I’m wondering whether there is a way to encrypt my entire drive so that nothing on the drive can be accessed without an encryption key upon booting? I’m looking for something that’s open source and runs under Linux. I have heard things about PGP, would that be able to do the job for me? The level of encryption has to be strong, preferably government level.

I ask this question owing to the increasing popularity of Ubuntu.

I used to be anti-Linux, but I am now converted since Ubuntu 7.04 came on the scene.

It does everything Windows does and just as well.

And its Free !