Category Archives: Linux

Ideas and utilities for using and managing Linux

VideoLAN VLC

Posted on December 2, 2007 by James Rudd

VideoLAN VLC is a great cross platform media player ideal for networks. CODECs for most formats are included with the player so it can be easily deployed without needing extra installers. As it is self contained it is very easy … Continue reading →

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XMing X Server

Posted on November 17, 2007 by James Rudd

This is a free X Server that is great for managing Linux servers using SSH and PuTTY from a Windows PC. http://www.straightrunning.com/XmingNotes/ I wrote an article at Cool Solutions on Remote Management using SSH and X-Forwarding that gives some idea … Continue reading →

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