Quote:The remix retains all the goodness of an Ubuntu Long-Term Support (LTS) release and is compatible with all Ubuntu certified hardware, apps and tools, adding business-focused tools from the standard Ubuntu and partner archives and removing home-user oriented apps. There are no modified or enhanced packages in the remix and it gets its security updates from the same place as standard Ubuntu; it’s just a convenient starting point that includes many common changes made by IT administrators deploying Ubuntu in a corporate setting.

This first LTS-based release includes the Adobe Flash Plugin, VMware View, and the OpenJDK 6 Java run-time environment, while removing social networking software, file sharing apps, games and development/sysadmin tools. We now include full language support and both 32 and 64-bit builds, just the same as Ubuntu.

The result is a simple base image that can be deployed into your corporate environment or used as a starting point for further customisation. Users also benefit from great new features like built-in Microsoft Windows RDP 7.1 support and the Microsoft Visio diagram importer in LibreOffice Draw.

Quote:In one paragraph he says that "since it is a KDE program it will work best in that environment." and offhandedly states that "In Gnome it will drag in a couple of hundred MB as KDE dependencies". I found that unlikely, given all the work that we in KO GmbH have done on Calligra for embedded platforms but I know that there is some overhead involved. But how much is it?

Quote:When a KDE application is started in a non-KDE environment the memory goes up (of course) and when it is killed again the memory goes down. The memory that remains used is probably the KDE overhead in the form of libraries (Qt and the kdelibs) and daemons (kdeinit4 and kded4). This overhead is 48 MB.

1. Navigate to your SkyDrive in any browser.
2. You should see a banner above your file listing with a link to your free upgrade. If not, look for "Manage Storage" menu item on the left-hand side menues.
3. You be put in the Manage storage page and under SkyDrive Free you should see a button "Free upgrade!"
4. Click it.
   

Quote:I needed a couple of AA batteries and found the display at the supermarket where they were all arrayed. Normally when I’m shopping in the supermarket, I tend to look at the price/kg or price/l when comparing similar products. In the case of the batteries, there was no such indicator. Fine, I thought, I’ll work it out myself. I grabbed a few different makes and scanned the packaging for some measure of their capacity. Nothing. Not a single one of the batteries had any indicator of how much energy they would provide. Instead, they all had terms like ‘PLUS’, ‘SUPER’, ‘ULTRA’ and of course had wildly differing prices. So, I decided that it was time for an experiment and bought one pack of every type I could find.

Quote: run kubuntu on a 1gb ram netbook, and optimizing KDE memory usage is cruicial for me because i use this machine for development (kdevelop is a large beast, and i want to have chromium and gcc running as well). I'd like to share a few tips to achieve that.

1. sudo apt-get install kubuntu-low-fat-settings
2. if you don't need bluetooth: sudo apt-get purge bluez* bluedevil
3. sudo apt-get purge akonadi-backend-mysql mysql* (this will automatically install sqlite backend)
4. if you don't use activities: sudo rm /usr/share/kde4/services/kactivitymanagerd.desktop (i filled bug 298088 with request to make kactivitymanagerd ran only when really needed)
5. if you don't need akonadi: sudo rm /usr/share/autostart/akonaditray.desktop
6. if you don't use nepomuk (i.e. disabled it in systemsettings): sudo rm /usr/share/autostart/nepomukserver.desktop
7. sudo rm /usr/share/autostart/kaddressbookmigrator.desktop
8. if you don't use printer often: sudo rm /usr/share/autostart/printer-applet.desktop (you can still start this applet manually by issuing 'printer-applet' command in konsole)
9. sudo mv /etc/rc5.d/S50saned /etc/rc5.d/K50saned
   

(hint by Dave: instead of removing .desktop files, just do 'cp FILE ~/.kde/share/autostart && echo Hidden=true >> ~/.kde/share/autostart/FILE)

Currently my Kubuntu uses 222mb right after startup.

Quote:Torn between Apple's iPad and the MacBook Pro? Here's an accessory that could solve your dilemma.
The NoteBookCase for iPad2 transforms the tablet into a smaller version of the MacBook Pro, complete with a similar MacBook-style keyboard. Aside from the Bluetooth-connected keyboard, the case comes with an integrated battery that charges the tablet, too.
There's also a full-sized USB port along with a mini USB connector. It even has a circular opening at the back so that the Apple logo on the iPad can be displayed.

Quote:A investigation by Dr Web suggests that about 600,000 Macs have installed the malware - potentially allowing them to be hijacked and used as a "botnet".

It says that more than half that number are based in the US.

Apple has released a security update, but users who have not installed the patch remain exposed.

Flashback was first detected last September when anti-virus researchers flagged up software masquerading itself as a Flash Player update. Once downloaded it deactivated some of the computer's security software.

Later versions of the malware exploited weaknesses in the Java programming language to allow the code to be installed from bogus sites without the user's permission.

Quote:Two months ago, a new variant of the Flashback Trojan started exploiting a security hole in Java to silently infect Mac OS X machines. Apple has since patched Java, but this was only yesterday. As of today, more than 600,000 Macs are currently infected with the Flashback Trojan, which steals your user names and passwords to popular websites by monitoring your network traffic.

Russian antivirus company Dr. Web first reported today that 550,000 Macs were being controlled by the growing Mac botnet. Later in the day though, Dr. Web malware analyst Sorokin Ivan announced on Twitter (via Ars Technica) that the number of Macs infected with Flashback had increased to over 600,000:

Quote:Your enthusiasm is contagious.
So is your passion for great technology. Why not bring them to a new kind of workplace where you can really make your mark? Here at Microsoft, we’re looking for high-energy people just like you to create an exciting retail experience unlike any other.

Lead the on-boarding experience and conduct all product, service and customer experience training for all new hires. Ensure they understand the Microsoft Store culture and have the skills and knowledge to deliver the best experience in retail.
Provide on-the-floor coaching and feedback for team members.
Be accountable for executing all company-wide training initiatives in your store.
Manage the ongoing training of all store employees, ensuring they continue to develop their customer service skills and stay current on our products.
Identify training needs by analyzing sales results and assessing the skill level of team members.
Partner with store leaders to prioritize in-store training so the team is focused on the right things at the right time.
Track training completion and prepare reports as needed using the Learning Management System (LMS).
Facilitate theater Workshops and coach other team members to lead high-quality, engaging Workshops. Ensure all sessions deliver what’s been promised to customers in the session descriptions.
Partner with the corporate retail training team in the development of training and presentation materials that lead to the premium level of customer experience delivered in the retail stores. Provide ideas and feedback to ensure training is on target and meets the needs of the store. On occasion, assist with the development of new training content.

Additional Skills and abilities needed for success in this role include:

Solid knowledge of the Microsoft Store organization and culture
Customer focus
Strong communication skills, verbal and written
Exemplary presentation and facilitation skills
Coaching and feedback skills
Partnering
Strategic agility
Planning and execution
Drive for results; ability to get a lot done quickly
Business analysis
Lifting/carrying (loading and unloading all those great products and carrying purchases out for our customers will be required!)

Experience required:

3-5 Years teaching / training-related experience, particularly facilitating group training sessions and coaching others
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
High touch customer/sales experience preferred
Knowledge of Microsoft software (Windows, Office Suite) required
Microsoft certifications a plus


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Quote:Job Summary:

The Business Development Specialist (BDS) is a part of the Retail store team and will lead the efforts to facilitate execution of our Professional Solutions strategy within the local business community. As the Business Development Specialist you will be responsible for designing the outreach plan, conducting meetings both inside and outside of the store, providing the appropriate solutions, managing and developing sustainable relationships within the business community. Will demonstrate how Microsoft Retail brings the technology experience and excitement of our products directly to the business consumer.

Summary of Essential Job Functions:

Develop relationships with local small businesses (less than 25 employees), matching their business needs with the best Microsoft solutions available.
Manage customer experiences from client cultivation, through sale, through project management of on-site setup and providing ongoing support.
Build local awareness and client base through active participation with local professional associations and networking events.
Evangelize, showcase, and educate clients & potential clients about Microsoft technologies through individual and group presentations, inside and outside of the store environment.
Drive consistency of effort in utilizing the tools and training provided to deliver world class customer experience in our professional solutions offerings.
Motivate and generate excitement around new initiatives and selling techniques within the total store team.
Develop strategy for and perform outreach efforts to small businesses within the community where our store is located.
Synchronize efforts with the Community Development Specialist to drive/deliver events that are tailored to small businesses and industries in the community.
Determine and implement future growth approaches in order to continually bring qualified business customers into the store.
Engage, educate, excite, and empower both employees and customers alike with the same level of passion and commitment.
Smile, have fun, work hard, and achieve success.

Minimum requirements:

Must be MCTS, MCSE, or MCITP certified or have equivalent professional experience.
Minimum of three years of experience managing IT projects (network installation, multi-client setup, etc.) and troubleshooting computers.
Minimum of three years’ of experience with outside sales, selling technology solutions through B2B channels.
College Degree preferred.
Demonstrated performance teaching/training/leading a strong team focused on excellence in customer service and sales.

Additional Skills and Abilities required:

Significant local travel in the community will be required.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in addition to strong interpersonal skills.
Strong presentation skills and advanced PowerPoint skills.
Ability to remain positive, lead, and embrace change.
Thrive in a fast paced, dynamic, public facing environment.
Lifting with or without assistance (loading and unloading all those great products and carrying purchases out for our customers may be required!

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