Showing posts with label windows. Show all posts
Showing posts with label windows. Show all posts

Thursday, October 13, 2016

Best 4 distributions similar to the Windows appearance

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linux look like windows


Some of us like to use a similar system to Windows (or similar windows theme which are comfortable to the eye), because some people do not like to go into customization things and decorate their desktop, either because they don't have time for that and want simply a beautiful looking system to work on it and to meet their tasks, or either because they don't want to tamper with it or they don't know how to do the formation of the desktop, fortunately having diversity in the Linux, it contains several distributions which provide different similar looks of the Windows, and in this article we will mention four of them ...

1-ChaletOS

chalet os linux review

Did you already switched from Windows 7 to Linux? ChaletOS will be the distribution that is very suitable for you especially if you're a fan of Windows 7, this distribution is very similar to that system, as this wonderful distribution contains Style Changer so you can change the colors and shape of the system, also has a program called Start point, which is considered as a starting point for beginners in this system and contains the necessary set of programs to do the most basic tasks. (Download)

Charlet window

Charlet start point


Charlet style


Charlet start point


Charlet home


2-Zorin OS

Zorin os

This one also considered to be one of the best Linux distributions (and most similar distribution to windows ever used), the last version (12) of this distribution is very similar to Windows 10, and comes with a good set of programs, developers tried to give the impression as if using Windows, It shapes with an utility named "Zorin look Changer" to change the looks and appearances to the following systems: Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Ubuntu, Mac, very excellent distribution. (Download)

Zorin OSX

Zorin

Zorin office

3-Kubuntu


Kubuntu is Ubuntu but with KDE desktop and some modifications, Kubuntu has (thanks to KDE) an impressive range of settings and methods of customization and The Settings,you will get lost in the plentiful, despite differences with Windows, but they generally give Windows experience as well as stunning and flat design  . (Download)

Kubuntu

Kubuntu calendar

Kubuntu menu

4-Feren OS

Feren os

Newborn distro, based on the popular LinuxMint, containing a large number of features (Themes) already ready, very beautiful, the beautiful distribution in this list, easy to use and customizable and the ability to change on a large scale to the following looks: fereOs Default, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Mac OS X, Ubuntu, Windows Classic and others ... (download)

Feren os











What is the distribution do you consider the best and most beautiful in this list?
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Sunday, June 29, 2014

Steve Ballmer tried to prevent Munich from moving to Linux

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Steve Ballmer tried to prevent Munich from moving to Linux

Munich, Germany city, it's not only one of the largest cities in Europe, but is also one of the first cities which had decided to abandon the Windows operating system, and the transfer of all the computers to the Linux system, in a large project with more than 15 thousand computers.

The plan of this migration, has begun since the last decade, and that the transition to a distribution called LiMux distribution official in the city of Munich; has served as evidence that open source products are able to replace the Microsoft products.

In spite of this, however, that this is faced considerable opposition, not only from internal officials, but also by organizations abroad, claiming that the move to open source may not be a successful investment.

Perhaps one of the biggest opponents, he was the "Steve Ballmer" (Executive Director of the above Microsoft Corporation), who is responsible for Microsoft's business in the city of Munich, when he decided to dispense with Windows.

An article which was published on opensource.com website, and citing information provided by the "Peter Hoffman," the head of the project LiMux, the Steve Ballmer himself decided to travel to Munich to discuss the mayor to convince him using Microsoft software instead of open source.

- Hoffman says:

Steve Ballmer has tried to convince the mayor that it would be a bad decision if you go to open source, it is difficult to manage and adopt it. 

But some members of the City Council gave him a strong response, saying :

How a person thinks, even if he is from a giant company, could have come here and simply, believing that he could change our decision?! 

What happened after that, was very funny, especially in the skills of Palmer in negotiation; Hoffman adds:
He was president of our municipality is prepared to hold a meeting with Steve Ballmer, and because English is not his native language, he asked the translator "What I'm saying if you do not have the right words to say to him?"; Replied the interpreter: "Be quiet, and after finishing his talk, little thought then say, "what can you offer us is not it?" and then during the meeting, the head of our municipality has nothing to say to Palmer, except to repeat the words, "what can you offer us is not it?" several times, and years later, Palmer has deeply impressed by the extent of the difficulties faced in the negotiations. "
In the end, Munich decided to turn to the Linux, and Microsoft has lost one of the most important battles in history; it is clear to us now evident that Munich is perfectly fine without Microsoft products.

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Monday, April 14, 2014

Windows XP look and Linux save the old PCs

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Windows XP look and Linux save the old PCs

The end of support for Windows XP is leading many to wonder what to do, and there are many people who would like to keep their computer and simply change the operating system. The advice in these case is often to install Linux , and to make the transition less traumatic than we think now. A new theme for Lubuntu : it's called Lubuntu XP with Three Flavors that make this distribution almost identical to XP.

Lubuntu is an Ubuntu "light" , and therefore particularly suitable for computer now especially for those born with Windows XP. Like other versions of Linux , however , its appearance creates some concern to those accustomed to Windows for a lifetime.

Then why Lubuntu XP Three Flavors is interesting : the operating system is always Lubuntu of course, but those who came from the Windows Xp will feel at home straight away because it will regain color scheme , background, and even the menu icons.

An inexperienced computer user could easily swap Lubuntu for XP , and even those who know the differences might not notice the "exchange" passing quickly in front of a monitor. It would be worthwhile to do a test by installing "Lubuntu XP" to see if you notice the changes.

For the installation, it would be better to have someone expert, or at least not a complete fool . You have to download and install Lubuntu , first of all , and then add the theme Lubuntu+XP - there are others themes besides the one mentioned in this article. These things are not difficult to do, just do some search online and you will find what you look for .

A things done the old PC could find a new life and serve its owner for a long time , which would be good for your wallet , the environment and for the open source community - which would gain a few new users. All happy then , except perhaps Microsoft - which probably would prefer to sell a new license of Windows 8.

     
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Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Windows 8.1 Adds Unity-Style Search Feature

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Windows 8.1 Adds Unity-Style Search Feature

The next update of the system Windows 8 - which is what is known as Blue or 8.1 - adds a new search experience to the desktop, Ubuntu users will are already familiar with this because it is similar to the existing one in Ubuntu (Unity).

Windows 8.1 inbuilt feature called Windows Search to provide search results and not just the results of local applications , files and settings on your computer , but also from the Internet and social networking sites ; resembles the Unity Dash in Ubuntu .


While Microsoft does not create something away from what in Unity , it is fair to say that Ubuntu was the first operating system that has made ​​the equation : " Find anything , anywhere ," a key part of the desktop.

- Microsoft says : " You can see everything you can do on your computer in one part , you can be running applications , and operates music , and even bring the results of the Web ."

There is an additional resemblance which is: that the Unity interface displays search results in the application browser  (DASH) , which also benefits from property Unity previews ( Unity previews ) to add more information and procedures , and in this context, Windows 8.1 has a new feature similar called "Search Heroes ".

Unity aims to do something similar with another new feature Smart Scopes , which aims to find what you 're looking for and then shows you the results that match with it.

Because Microsoft has a full search engine "Bing" not to mention a wide range of media content sites , there is no doubt that the results will be incredibly accurate .

 The most important point in this issue is that Ubuntu has proven itself among its competitors through this feature .


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Tuesday, February 18, 2014

ReactOS Project. The Windows open source

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reactos logo
ReactOS aims to create an open and free replacement for the Windows NT family of Microsoft operating systems, without breaking compatibility with applications and drivers code. The NT architecture has always had great flexibility and dominance in the ICT industry , with its latest incarnation being Windows 8.

The project aims to enhance the strengths of the NT family and at the same time avoiding their vulnerabilities of old versions , maintaining a light environment in which computer resources are directed to what really matters , programs .

ReactOS 0.3.16 is still under constant development ( alpha phase ) so it is not ready for everyday use.

ReactOS Project. The windows open source

You can help the ReactOS project making it known through word of mouth, monetarily contributing to the ReactOS Foundation or devoting your time in the project ( submitting a patch , helping with translation , writing in community forums , and so on) .

Official web site : http://reactos.org

     
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Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Windows XP will die soon ! Change the look of Linux Mint/Ubuntu to Windows XP

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Windows XP will die soon ! Change the look of Linux Mint/Ubuntu to Windows XP

Windows XP will end up dead and almost entirely in the month of April 2014, but if you want to keep It alive in the computer, there is a way to make Ubuntu or Linux Mint looks like Windows XP if you like their theme.

The goal of the design of this attribute, is to provide a similar interface for those who have just moved from Windows XP or wanting to move to It.

To install the feature of Windows XP on Ubuntu \ LinuxMint Open a new terminal window and paste the following five commands :

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:noobslab/icons

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:noobslab/themes

sudo apt-get update

sudo apt-get install win-xp-theme

sudo apt-get install win-icons

Windows XP will die soon ! Change the look of Linux Mint/Ubuntu to Windows XP

Windows XP will die soon ! Change the look of Linux Mint/Ubuntu to Windows XP

Windows XP will die soon ! Change the look of Linux Mint/Ubuntu to Windows XP

Windows XP will die soon ! Change the look of Linux Mint/Ubuntu to Windows XP

Windows XP will die soon ! Change the look of Linux Mint/Ubuntu to Windows XP


Enjoy !


     
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Saturday, November 23, 2013

How to Use X windows

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How to Use X windows


The X Window system, make the use of graphical components: X draws the screen, draws objects on the screen, and tracks user input actions such as keyboard input and mouse operations.

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Saturday, November 16, 2013

Try Windows 3.1 online

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Try Windows 3.1 online


We saw these days different websites that offers trying some Linux interfaces (Unity,Gnome shell …). This time we can try something different, what about Windows ?
Yes Windows, but the old one :D : Windows 3.1.
You can try it by clicking Here
The emulator is Created by Michael Vincent


     
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