Linux Hacks

We've shown you how to run XP from a USB drive, and now it's Ubuntu's turn. Learn step by step how to prep your drive for Ubuntu. Running an OS from a flash drive can be useful sometimes, you can even recover data from a damaged hard drive. This...

I really like Gmail, but I also like creating backups of my data just in case. Here's how to use a simple program called getmail on Unix to backup your Gmail or Google Apps email. We'll break this into four simple steps. Step 1: Install...

Today, you will learn how to install Ubuntu Gutsy (as a second operating system) on your PlayStation 3 gaming console. This will not replace the PS3 operating system (called XMB). Ubuntu will run as an alternative OS on your PS3 console. Ready Are...

So beastly, it had to be placed inside a network rack. Learn to build a triple monitor, linux running, cable free beast of a computer which runs dead quiet, streams recorded shows from an Xbox, and also raises your children. To drive the three...

This easy, completely free project involves simply flashing your router with Linux to make it highly configurable and powerful. Boost your signal, increase bandwidth, and more to enhance your browsing, downloading, and torrenting experience. ...

Combine this cheap and easy hack with iPodLinux and get a wide-frequency mic for your iPod. With Linux installed the iPod will record at sample rates up to 96 KHz. This gives the iPod a theoretical frequency response of about 48 KHz (half the...