The new H.265 compression standard can provide substantially improved video quality at the same bit rate. Learn how you can encode H.265 video with ffmpeg.
Gary Sims
Gary has been a technical writer, author and blogger since 2003. He is an expert in open source systems (including Linux), system administration, system security and networking protocols. He also knows several programming languages, as he was previously a software engineer for 10 years. He has a Bachelor of Science in business information systems from a UK University.
SymphonyOS 14.1 review
SymphonyOS started life back in 2004, and after a hiatus of several years, it has been renewed with the aptly named phoenix series. Let’s check it out and see how it performs.
Share Your Mouse and Keyboard Between Windows and a Raspberry Pi Using Synergy
Do you have multiple computers, but only have one set of mouse and keyboard? Here is how you can share mouse and keyboard between Windows and a Raspberri Pi.
Full hands-on and Review on PCLinuxOS 2014.08
PCLinuxOS has recently released its first version for 2014. The new version uses Linux kernel 3.15.9, runs KDE and includes NVIDIA and ATI fglrx drivers. Let check it out.
Hide Your Processes From Other Users in Linux
It is easy for anyone to find out the running processes in your Linux machine. Learn how to hide processes and controls who has access to the information.
How to Create Impress.js Presentations on Linux
The good thing about impress.js presentation is that it is cross-platform compatible and runs in a web browser. Learn how to create one in Linux.
Write Cross-Platform Desktop Applications on Linux Using Lazarus
Lazarus is cross platform compatible and makes it very easy to write cross-platform desktop applications on Linux. Check out this beginner guide to Lazarus.
Beginner’s Guide to Mastering the Netstat Command on Linux
The netstat command displays information about the Linux networking subsystem including data on open network connections and routing tables.
Advanced Guide to nslookup
The “nslookup” command helps you to look up addresses in the Internet. Check out the advanced guide here to master nslookup.
Writing Pascal Programs on a Raspberry Pi Using FPC
While the Pascal programming language isn’t as popular as C, it certainly has a longevity. Let’s take a look at writing Pascal Programs on a Raspberry Pi.
Robolinux Install Guide and Hands-on Review
Robolinux is a Linux distro which caters to those who want to migrate away from Windows. Check out the installation guide and Robolinux review here.
How to Sync Microsoft OneDrive in Linux
Microsoft’s OneDrive is tightly integrated with Windows and there isn’t a Linux sync agent. Find out how you can sync OneDrive in Linux with onedrive-d.
4MLinux Review and Installation Guide
4MLinux is a small Linux distribution that caters to the four M’s – Maintenance, Multimedia, Miniserver and Mystery. Let’s check out the 4MLinux review.
Installing Cinnamon on Ubuntu 14.04
The PPA that used to host Cinnamon desktop has stopped being maintained since May 2014. Here is another way to install Cinnamon on Ubuntu 14.04.
Add Style to Your Screenshots Using Screenie
Screenie is a program designed to give screenshots a different look without needing a graphic artist. You can use it to style your screenshot without Photoshop skill.
CentOS 7 Review and Installation Guide
CentOS 7 introduces several major changes over the CentOS 6.x line. Check out our CentOS 7 review and installation guide and see what is in store in CentOS 7.
First look at Evolve OS with Budgie Desktop
Evolve OS is a new desktop Linux distribution which includes the Budgie Desktop. The project is currently in the Alpha stage. Let’s check it out how it works.
Three Useful Password Generators for Linux
Trying to come up with strong and yet easy to remember passwords can be a challenge. Luckily there are several useful password generators for Linux. Let check them out.