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Gary Sims

Gary has been a technical writer, author and blogger since 2003. He is an expert in open source systems (including Linux), system administration, system security and networking protocols. He also knows several programming languages, as he was previously a software engineer for 10 years. He has a Bachelor of Science in business information systems from a UK University.

How to Encode H.265 Video Using ffmpeg on Linux

The new H.265 compression standard can provide substantially improved video quality at the same bit rate. Learn how you can encode H.265 video with ffmpeg.

Linux – Sep 22, 2014

SymphonyOS 14.1 review

SymphonyOS started life back in 2004, and after a hiatus of several years, it has been renewed with the aptly named phoenix series. Let’s check it out and see how it performs.

Linux – Sep 15, 2014

Share Your Mouse and Keyboard Between Windows and a Raspberry Pi Using Synergy

Do you have multiple computers, but only have one set of mouse and keyboard? Here is how you can share mouse and keyboard between Windows and a Raspberri Pi.

Windows – Sep 11, 2014

Full hands-on and Review on PCLinuxOS 2014.08

PCLinuxOS has recently released its first version for 2014. The new version uses Linux kernel 3.15.9, runs KDE and includes NVIDIA and ATI fglrx drivers. Let check it out.

Linux – Sep 8, 2014

Hide Your Processes From Other Users in Linux

It is easy for anyone to find out the running processes in your Linux machine. Learn how to hide processes and controls who has access to the information.

Linux – Sep 4, 2014

How to Create Impress.js Presentations on Linux

The good thing about impress.js presentation is that it is cross-platform compatible and runs in a web browser. Learn how to create one in Linux.

Linux – Sep 1, 2014

Write Cross-Platform Desktop Applications on Linux Using Lazarus

Lazarus is cross platform compatible and makes it very easy to write cross-platform desktop applications on Linux. Check out this beginner guide to Lazarus.

Linux – Aug 28, 2014

Writing Pascal Programs on a Raspberry Pi Using FPC

While the Pascal programming language isn’t as popular as C, it certainly has a longevity. Let’s take a look at writing Pascal Programs on a Raspberry Pi.

PC Guides – Aug 14, 2014

Robolinux Install Guide and Hands-on Review

Robolinux is a Linux distro which caters to those who want to migrate away from Windows. Check out the installation guide and Robolinux review here.

Linux – Aug 11, 2014

4MLinux Review and Installation Guide

4MLinux is a small Linux distribution that caters to the four M’s – Maintenance, Multimedia, Miniserver and Mystery. Let’s check out the 4MLinux review.

Linux – Aug 4, 2014

Installing Cinnamon on Ubuntu 14.04

The PPA that used to host Cinnamon desktop has stopped being maintained since May 2014. Here is another way to install Cinnamon on Ubuntu 14.04.

Linux – Jul 31, 2014

Add Style to Your Screenshots Using Screenie

Screenie is a program designed to give screenshots a different look without needing a graphic artist. You can use it to style your screenshot without Photoshop skill.

Linux – Jul 28, 2014

CentOS 7 Review and Installation Guide

CentOS 7 introduces several major changes over the CentOS 6.x line. Check out our CentOS 7 review and installation guide and see what is in store in CentOS 7.

Linux – Jul 24, 2014

First look at Evolve OS with Budgie Desktop

Evolve OS is a new desktop Linux distribution which includes the Budgie Desktop. The project is currently in the Alpha stage. Let’s check it out how it works.

Linux – Jul 21, 2014

Three Useful Password Generators for Linux

Trying to come up with strong and yet easy to remember passwords can be a challenge. Luckily there are several useful password generators for Linux. Let check them out.

Linux – Jul 17, 2014

Creating Markdown Documents with ReText on Linux

There are several tools that allow you to create Markdown document. In Linux, ReText is one useful text editor you can use to create Markdown document.

Linux – Jul 14, 2014

How to Take a Screenshot on the Raspberry Pi Using Scrot

What is the best way to take a screenshot on a Raspberry Pi? The simplest is to use the command line tool “scrot.”

PC Guides – Jul 10, 2014

Backup and Manage MySQL Databases from the Command Lines

MySQL includes “mysqldump” and “mysqladmin” for backing up and managing MySQL databases. Master these two commands and become a competent MySQL admin.

Linux – Jul 7, 2014

Test LXQt (Upcoming Version of the LXDE Desktop) on Ubuntu

The next version of LXDE will be based on LXQt, which is a merge of the LXDE-Qt and the Razor-qt projects. Here is how you can test LXQt on (L)Ubuntu.

Linux – Jun 30, 2014

How to Debug a C or C++ Program on Linux Using gdb

To debug C or C++ programs in Linux, one can make use of the gdb debugging tool that comes with your system. Let’s see how it works.

Linux – Jun 26, 2014

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