Tips & Tools for Customizing and Optimizing your OS
Book Details:
Pages: | 352 |
Published: | Mar 23 2005 |
Posted: | Nov 19 2014 |
Language: | English |
Book format: | PDF |
Book size: | 3.26 MB |
Book Description:
The KDE and Gnome desktops have developed into mature operating environments. These technologies not only act as interfaces between the user, the powerful Linux kernel and GNU operating system, but they do so in a fun and intuitive way. Many users are content with the tools and facilities included with these desktops, but--for those who are ready to probe a little deeper--much more functionality can be found by going under the hood.With hacks that any user can follow, Linux Desktop Hacks demonstrates how easy it is to modify Linux to suit your desires. The book is packed with tips on customizing and improving the interface, boosting performance, administering your desktop, and generally making the most out of what X, KDE, Gnome, and the console have to offer.From the practical to the whimsical, and some things you never thought of trying, the hacks in the book include the following, and more:Kill and Resurrect the Master Boot RecordJazz Up Your Debian System BootEnergize Your Console with Macro Music MagicKonquer Remote Systems Without PasswordsRun KDE on the Bleeding EdgeView Microsoft Word Documents in a TerminalRead Yahoo! Mail from Any Email ClientMotion Capture and Video Conferencing FunAutomate Your Life with cronProtect Yourself from Windows ApplicationsMake an Internet Connection Using Bluetooth and a Mobile PhonePrint to Unsupported PrintersAccelerate Your GamingIf you're yearning for information to make the Linux desktop easier, more powerful, and more fun, Linux Desktop Hacks is just the ticket.
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