Archive for the Category: Operating Systems

Ubuntu 14.04 Released

April 21, 2014 Roger Lacroix

Ubuntu has just released Ubuntu v14.04. http://releases.ubuntu.com/14.04/ Super-fast, easy to use and free, the Ubuntu operating system powers millions of desktops, netbooks and servers around the world. Ubuntu does everything you need it to. It’ll work with your existing PC files, printers, cameras and MP3 players. And it comes with thousands of free apps. Regards, […]

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Capitalware’s Products and the Heartbleed Issue

April 14, 2014 Roger Lacroix

None of Capitalware’s Products directly use OpenSSL, so the Heartbleed issue does not directly affect our products. If you use MQAUSX on Linux and have configured MQAUSX to target an LDAP server using “LDAP over SSL”, then you will want to check what OpenSSL package is installed on your Linux server. i.e. The affected versions […]

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FreeBSD v10.0 Released

January 20, 2014 Roger Lacroix

The FreeBSD Release Engineering Team has just released FreeBSD v10.0. http://www.freebsd.org/releases/10.0R/announce.html FreeBSD is an advanced operating system for modern server, desktop, and embedded computer platforms. FreeBSD’s code base has undergone over thirty years of continuous development, improvement, and optimization. It is developed and maintained by a large team of individuals. FreeBSD provides advanced networking, impressive […]

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OpenBSD Needs Help with Funding

January 20, 2014 Roger Lacroix

OpenBSD will shut down if it cannot raise funds. http://marc.info/?l=openbsd-misc&m=138972987203440&w=2 If you use OpenBSD or want to help out, please go to OpenBSD’s donations page and donate some money. Regards, Roger Lacroix Capitalware Inc.

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Fedora 20 Released

December 17, 2013 Roger Lacroix

Fedora Project Contributors has just released Fedora v20. http://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/Fedora/20/html/Release_Notes/index.html Fedora is a Linux-based operating system, a suite of software that makes your computer run. You can use the Fedora operating system to replace or to run alongside of other operating systems such as Microsoft Windows or Mac OS X. The Fedora operating system is 100% […]

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Installing MQ on Ubuntu

November 21, 2013 Roger Lacroix

IBM has created a technote on how to install WebSphere MQ on the Linux Ubuntu distribution. http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21656068 I did a quick review of the technote and it appears to be complete (but I have not actually tested it). Regards, Roger Lacroix Capitalware Inc.

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OpenSUSE 13.1 Released

November 20, 2013 Roger Lacroix

OpenSUSE has just released OpenSUSE v13.1. http://news.opensuse.org/2013/11/19/opensuse-13-1-ready-for-action/ openSUSE is a free and Linux-based operating system for your PC, Laptop or Server. You can surf the web, manage your e-mails and photos, do office work, play videos or music and have a lot of fun! Regards, Roger Lacroix Capitalware Inc.

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Slackware 14.1 Released

November 7, 2013 Roger Lacroix

Slackware Linux Project has just released Slackware v14.1. http://www.slackware.com/announce/14.1.php The Official Release of Slackware Linux by Patrick Volkerding is an advanced Linux operating system, designed with the twin goals of ease of use and stability as top priorities. Including the latest popular software while retaining a sense of tradition, providing simplicity and ease of use […]

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OpenBSD v5.4 Released

November 5, 2013 Roger Lacroix

Theo de Raadt has just released OpenBSD v5.4. http://www.openbsd.org/54.html The OpenBSD project produces a FREE, multi-platform 4.4BSD-based UNIX-like operating system. Our efforts emphasize portability, standardization, correctness, proactive security and integrated cryptography. Regards, Roger Lacroix Capitalware Inc.

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Ubuntu 13.10 Released

October 18, 2013 Roger Lacroix

Ubuntu has just released Ubuntu v13.10. http://fridge.ubuntu.com/2013/10/17/ubuntu-13-10-saucy-salamander-released/ Super-fast, easy to use and free, the Ubuntu operating system powers millions of desktops, netbooks and servers around the world. Ubuntu does everything you need it to. It’ll work with your existing PC files, printers, cameras and MP3 players. And it comes with thousands of free apps. Regards, […]

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