Windows Software
Since Windows can come with absolutely tonnes of software, we thought it may be best to cover some of the more popular software packages out there, we're not loaded - so forgive us if most of it seems like trail versions or freebies, but hopefully you'll learn something :)
Created: 13th April 2009
If you're into Linux programming, you may be wondering what the deal is with shared libraries. This very basic guide gives an overview of how to compile and link a shared library into an application. It covers the use off programs such as 'ldd', 'ldconfig', and 'g++' to link C++ libraries into use without having to install them.
Originally published: 13th April 2009
Created: 5th October 2007
Sooner or later during your Linux experience, you'll need to extract\decompress tar, tg or tar.gz files. This guide explains in detail (and examples!) how to create, compress, extract and decompress tarfiles and tarballs.
Originally published: 5th October 2007
Updated: 12th March 2008
A simple guide to the great Operating System, covering its history, security, terminology and usability. Updated to include different distributions.
Originally published: 5th October 2007
Created: 5th October 2007
A brief introduction to GRUB, the Linux boot loader. Common experiences, and general information. Updated to include more accurate information.
Originally published: 5th October 2007
Updated: 9th March 2008
An introduction to the Linux boot process. Detailing such systems as the Kernel, init, and initrd. Also covers runlevels and customization.
Originally published: 5th October 2007
