Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) With Ubuntu Linux
Looking to deploy Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) with Ubuntu Linux? Virtual desktop infrastructure with Ubuntu Linux is ideal for anyone who is concerned about security of WAN based VDI. It is also perfect for organizations hosting their applications in the cloud, utilizing software-as-a-service through a web browser. VDI with Ubuntu Linux eliminates the maintenance of desktop devices, and reduces the number of hard drives in your IT footprint. Linux Terminal Server Project (LTSP) allows the centralized deployment of virtual desktops on a local area network. Virtual desktop devices (thin clients) are connected to a switch on the LAN which connects [...]
Resurrect Old Laptops (And Desktop PCs) With Linux
A customer came to me with a low-mileage 1999 vintage laptop which she wished to use for occasional web browsing. (Laptop specs: Dell Inspiron 3500. 333 MHz CPU, 64 MB Ram, 4.7 GB disk. Every spec was about one-tenth of today’s PCs!). It was running Windows 98 Second Edition. Microsoft stopped providing Windows 98 updates years ago, and Windows 98 is now very vulnerable to attack. Worse, today’s anti-virus and anti-spyware programs won’t run on it. Shouldn’t she just scrap the laptop? Since the laptop was in like-new condition, we decided to extend its life by injecting some 21st century [...]
Booting to a Linux Console vs Linux Desktop – Linux Training Online – Linux Concepts & Terms
As part of getting Linux training on Linux concepts, you need to learn Linux terms to understand the concepts. These articles, with names ending in “Linux Concepts & Terms”, have been created to help you learn how to “speak geek” and understand Linux terms – and this will help you learn how to use Linux! Linux Tips: Rather than just defining Linux terms, these articles will describe “related” Linux terms “in context”, while using the terms to describe Linux concepts. The end result is: “Translating Linux Geek-Speak into Clear Steps for Frustration-Free Mastery!” Booting Linux to a Console or to [...]
Linux Quick Start – How to Get a Linux Desktop – To Run Linux Software Programs and Linux Commands
The Linux OS (operating system) is very commonly used as a “platform” (or foundation) on which to run some type of Linux server, such as a web server or file server. And so some people don’t realize that Linux can be installed and used with a desktop! You can run Linux with or without a desktop. And when it’s going to be used as some type of Linux server, it’s often installed and run without a desktop – as one is not needed on a Linux server. As a new Linux user getting Linux training, be sure to run Linux [...]
How to Access Your Desktop From Any Computer
Remote desktop access is now possible thanks to the existence of local area network. If you have numerous computers at home, you can connect your internet cable to a wireless router and make a local area connection. Include all computers in that connection. Left click the file you want to share and click properties. Click on the sharing tab and click the button share. You can immediately see a hand under the folder and this is now accessible to any computers that are within the local area connection.
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What Is the Best Remote Desktop for iPad to Desktop Computer?
Business users are very aware of the complications rising when they rush off to a meeting or a flight and suddenly discover an important document has not been saved to the laptop. You remembered the magazine, iPad snug in its iPad case, a couple of books but forgot that memo which is crucial.
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The Benefits of Utilizing Remote Desktop Software
Imagine the ability to access your home or office computer from any other computer in the world. Believe it or not, it’s possible by using Remote Desktop Software. Whether it’s at home or in a corporate setting, there are many benefits of this type of software for you to enjoy. The name “Remote Desktop” comes from what it is that the software does. It allows you to take control a computer from another location, like controlling a television with a remote control. If you need a file on a computer, but aren’t near it, you can use this software to [...]
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Remote Desktop Software – A Vital Tool in Today’s Global World
As many of you may have likely noticed, we live in an increasingly global world. The ease of travel around the planet for goods and persons, combined with advanced technologies allowing the instant sharing and transfer of data, have all contributed to make this a reality. In the past decade, IT solutions allowing global collaboration have emerged. One of the catalysts of this was the induction of high-speed internet, in addition to new communication methods.
Remote Desktop and Distance Learning
There are situations in which a person is not able to follow a regular course in education and here distance education comes to the rescue whereby he or she can still receive quality education from a remote location. Although this is not a new concept it has started using new methods with the help of modern technology to make distance learning more easy, fun and of higher quality. The internet is being used as the means to distant education as compared to the older methods of mail based correspondence courses. There are two main types of online education technologies asynchronous [...]
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Apple Has Not Outdone Itself Yet: Remote Desktop Software on the iPhone 5
There are some juicy rumors circulating about the iPhone 5 – and with the products that Apple has produced over the past years, it comes as no surprise that there is speculation as to what new groundbreaking products the company will churn out next. One of the more notable rumors is that the iPhone 5 will feature remote-desktop functionality. Certainly the iPhone and iPad are revolutionizing the mobile-phone and tablet sectors, respectively. Many claim that Apple has outdone itself with these pieces of technology, and that its stock-market share prices can only go down because the company will not be [...]