Apt-fetcher released

Here is something for all Debian based Linux distribution users. Apt-fetcher is a command line oriented program, which utilizes the apt-get functions found within Debian based distributions.

Without further ado here is a screenshot, which should give a pretty clear vision about the program itself.

Apt-fetcher running. Enter is an escape key, which quits to program - if no numeric selection is given before pressing it.

Apt-fetcher running. Enter is an escape key, which quits to program – if no numeric selection is given before pressing it.

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The differences between Freebsd and Debian Gnu/Linux

Since I have used both Debian and  Freebsd I thought I should make a list about the things I consider to be the key differences between the two.

The following differences may, and do, apply to some extent to other BSDs and Linux distributions. My purpose is to highlight differences to give a better view of things and by no means I am suggesting that you SHOULD or SHOULD NOT use the distribution of your choice. Continue reading

Open with dialog: A python program

 

In this entry I will show you how to open a file via Geany text-editor (or any other program) by using Python dialog function. I intend to keep things short and simple and explain majority of things with pictures.

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Python dialog function in action: Opening a file.

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PostX beta1 wallpapers are now available

While I am still working hard to write a new file manager for PostX 0.3 here are the PostX beta1 wallpapers in the mean time.

I uploaded two preview pictures to my GPL gallery: http://www.techtimejourney.net/gpl-art/2033-2/

The full 5 wallpapers set is available as a zip file under the Wallpaper series section below the title: PostX 0.3. beta1 wallpapers.

Enjoy!

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