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Once again, I show off my toys. It's an article about my newest laptop, running a dual boot of Windows 7 and Ubuntu 10.04 Lucid Lynx. You get a hands on review of both the hardware and the software, the ease of installation, a comparison between the two systems, a practical guide to dual booting, and a handful of great screenshots.]]> 20100906.512 http://www.dedoimedo.com/physics/eye-images.html

I shall try to reveal the fractal truth behind human vision and you shall help me in my quest. This article tries to discuss the universal truth of pattern-like images created by mechanical pressure against eyeballs. Why do we see them?]]> 20100904.511 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/openoffice-slow-impress.html

Let me help you become the master of presentation. Let me help you earn that fat annual bonus. Read my short tutorial explaining how to solve OpenOffice Impress slideshow slowness by disabling hardware acceleration and anti-aliasing, plus other troubleshooting tips revolving around other components, like Java, VBA and macros.]]> 20100903.510 http://www.dedoimedo.com/games/ofp-goofing.html

Today, you read about pure, innocent fun: A stress-relief article and screenshot gallery of spectacular moments in multiplayer games in Operation Flashpoint. Must see for any LAN party geek or an Operation Flashpoint fan.]]> 20100901.509 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/stormos-beta.html

I've written a review of StormOS Hail (beta), a Nexenta-based, Solaris-based operating system using user-land and package management system taken from Ubuntu, featuring live session, dual architecture, ZFS filesystem, and Xfce desktop; topics covered include hardware detection, live session, installation, applications, multimedia, many problems and errors, and more.]]> 20100830.508 http://www.dedoimedo.com/games/reviving/games-through-dosbox-3.html

Time for some good ole DOS nostalgia. My third compilation listing several more DOS games that can be played in the DOSBox emulator, plus a short review for each one. You might find some of your childhood legends listed here. Do take a look.]]> 20100821.507 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/lotus-symphony.html

Office space oddity: a review of Lotus Symphony, a unique but weird cross-platform office suite based on OpenOffice, with a tabbed interface, built-in browser, plugins, widgets, support for macros and numerous file formats, and more. It's a decent alternative, worth checking out.]]> 20100820.506 http://www.dedoimedo.com/life/interview.html

Since no one wants to interview me, I decided to interview myself. So here you go, an interview with Dedoimedo, led by Dedoimedo. There's a bonus, too. I get to ask the questions and answer them, so I gain twice the stage time. And there are no awkward surprises. Enjoy most profoundly.]]> 20100819.505 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/google-docs.html

I've written a review of Google Docs, a Web-based online office suite offered by Google for free. Enjoy.]]> 20100816.504 http://www.dedoimedo.com/games/reviving/caesar-iii-windows-7.html

As simple as that: a tutorial explaining how to play Caesar III on Windows 7 using XP Compatibility Mode. This short article is a must for veteran gamers looking for easy ways to revive their goodies but oldies.]]> 20100814.503 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/windows-bsod.html

Time for some uber-geeky Windows stuff: a long, extensive step-by-step tutorial to performing Windows Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) in-depth collection and analysis, including topics like: enabling BSOD collection, driver verifier, downloading debug symbols, matching correct symbols to the kernel, BOSD analysis with tools like WhoCrashed, Nirsoft BlueScreenView, Windows Debugger, advanced options, commands and usage, and more. More enlightening than a Supernova.]]> 20100813.502 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/xbmc-new.html

Worry not, I'm not dead. Anyhow, I've written a lovely review of XBMC 9.11 Calemot, a beautiful, syltish, free, cross-platform media player and home entertainment center, based on Ubuntu, with video playback, automatic subtitles, Wireless connectivity, Samba sharing, live music streaming, picture slideshows, programs, scripts, and more. Dedoimedo tries his luck at being a modernistic kind of person rather than a conservative geek. Do read.]]> 20100812.501 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/linux-security-real.html

Let's get tactical: an article presenting important security tips for Linux users, including the system updates, firewall use, malware scanners like chkrootkit, rkhunter and ClamAV, startup applications and services, system awareness tools - logs, pacct, audit, etc, system hardening - AppArmor, SELinux, and more. This tactical article complements well the overall security strategy presented in the first two parts. Enjoy.]]> 20100726.500 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/glc.html

Do you like recording your in-game action? Need a FRAPS-like software for Linux? Here's a tutorial explaining how to use glc, a Linux audio and video capture tool similar to Windows FRAPS, which allows you to record streams of OpenGL programs and games and encode them as movies.]]> 20100724.499 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/meego.html

I've written a review of MeeGo, a Moblin-based Linux distribution specially suited for netbooks running Atom processors, with revolutionary, symbolic interface; tested on Asus Eee, including live session and installation, Wireless, Bluetooth, Samba, external devices, Web camera, multimedia, applications, Zones, suspend & hibernate, boot times, performance, memory usage, stability, some crashes and problems, and more. Have fun.]]> 20100723.498 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/windows-security-improve.html

Windows user, you have a choice. As simple as that. My two cents: an article debating the problematic facets of existing practices in the world of Windows security and recommending simple alternatives. Read and you shall be enlightened.]]> 20100721.497 http://www.dedoimedo.com/art_3d/lateral.html

Once again, time to deviate from the world of digital geekiness into the world of digital art. We have a new 3D art gallery - The Lateral, a terraced apartment-hotel, created in Google SketchUp and Chief Architect Better Homes and Gardens interior design software. Party on.]]> 20100719.496 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/ubuntu-improve.html

The utlimate goal of everything we do is getting better, even if we do not always realize this. But with software, it's fairly obvious. Today's article suggests a number of quick and simple improvements for Ubuntu, including small changes to the live CD and installation procedure, language setup, customization of the integrated mail/chat applet, GRUB menu wizard, desktop tour, and more. How to make good better. Cheers.]]> 20100717.495 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/rh6-beta.html

Have fun reading my enthusiastic review of RedHat Enterprise Linux 6 (RHEL 6), a beta version of the upcoming RedHat release, including Wireless, Bluetooth, Samba sharing, NTFS support, suspend & hibernate, memory footprint, stability, new technologies, desktop effects, usability, and many other features. Enjoy!]]> 20100716.494 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/nirlauncher.html

Windows geeks rejoice. And do read my review of NirLauncher, a package manager for the entire collection of Nir Sofer's freeware tools, allowing you to use them all from a single interface, on 32-bit and 64-bit Windows and from USB disks in portable fashion, plus it allows easy integration with Sysinternals Suite. Absolutely fantastic. Truly the perfect toolbox.]]> 20100714.493 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/bdsm.html

Most people abuse their computers without any regard to consequences. But what if computer usage was based on the ancient rule of sin and punishment? Indeed, I've written this sarcastic article presenting the BDSM operating system, designed to inflict discomfort and pain to users on purpose, as opposed to random discomfort and pain that users experience in daily computer usage. Worth reading. Food for thought.]]> 20100712.492 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/google-sketchup.html

If you're a fan of 3D art, you must have heard of Google SketchUp. If you're a Linux user, you must have been disappointed to learn that Google SketchUp is officially supported only on Windows and Mac. Now, you can stop being disappointed. Here's a tutorial explaining how to install Google SketchUp 3D modelling software in Linux using Wine. It works and it works well!]]> 20100710.491 http://www.dedoimedo.com/life/facebook.html

As simple as that: an article that gives you the REAL reasons why Facebook should not be used. Forget the media, forget the hype. Here's the real deal.]]> 20100709.490 http://www.dedoimedo.com/games/linux-games-best-money.html

After having an article about the best free games for Linux, it's time to discuss the non-free quintet. Have fun with author's choice of the five best payware Linux games in 2010, including Prey, Enemy Territory Quake Wars, Heroes of Newerth, Vendetta Online, and World of Goo.]]> 20100708.489 http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/zoho.html

I've written a review of Zoho, an online Web-based office suite/service similar to Google Docs, with focus on compatibility, sharing and collaboration. Do take a look.]]> 20100706.488