Author Archives: kartook

aptitude versus apt-get

Important Update Apparently the new version of apt-get in Edgy Eft (Ubuntu 6.10) has a function that allows you to remove unused dependencies when removing an application: sudo apt-get autoremove applicationname So the points outlined on this page about using aptitude over apt-get are largely irrelevant if you’re using Edgy Eft (6.10), Feisty Fawn (7.04), […]

Symantec acquired Mi5 Networks

MIAMI, USA: Symantec acquired Mi5 Networks, for an undisclosed amount, in a move meant to bolster its web security portfolio, says a report from eweek. Mi5 specializes in web gateway security products. At the centre of its technology is its S2 Streaming Engine, which examines web inbound and outbound traffic for threats. The company most […]

VMware Virtual Machine Importer

VMware   released its virtual to virtual (V2V) tool for converting virtual machines formats between different platforms it offers and some 3rd party solutions. This new version (build 30557), available for free, introduces several new capabilities: Import from Various Third-Party Formats and VMware Products * Microsoft Virtual PC and Virtual Server * Symantec Backup Exec […]

FREE VM Monitor

The buzz in the IT industry is all about virtualization with its remarkable cost savings and amazing flexibility. In fact, IT administrators everywhere are virtualizing their servers faster than you can say ESX! While virtualization has tremendous benefits, it adds new complexity when it comes to managing your network. Virtual machines (VMs) and their host […]