LinuxCertified, Inc. announced a two day, hands-on course that provides attendees with experience in creating Linux kernel source code within various subsystems of the Linux kernel. This course teaches attendees to acquaints developers with the fundamental subsystems, data structures, and API of the Linux kernel

Intel and Taiwan's government teamed up to open a new center, aimed at speeding the development of mobile computing devices around the Linux-based Moblin OS. The idea is for Taiwanese companies to use the centre as a testing ground for new netbooks and mobile Internet devices (MIDs), as well as develop more applications around Moblin.

OS X may be friendly but Linux is better. Read this review

Some of the most fascinating, fun and influential tech devices of all time are based on Linux. This article on Computerworld names 10 of the best.

Netbooks are a hot-selling consumer product. The first to appear on the market, a year or so ago, were aimed at children. But now they are proving popular not just with families and first-time computer buyers but also with power users who want something small, lightweight and cheap. The Economist also talks about impact of Netbooks on Linux adoption.

This article talks about key considerations to buy a laptop for college.

Detailed report on installing Wubi R506 / Ubuntu 8.04.1 Hardy Heron on Lenovo Thinkpad Z61t

An article on various products to backup laptops. From the article:

Open-source file-based backup software. Open-source backup products like Amanda and BackupPC offer excellent support for disconnected clients. They have no license fees, but require a disk-based "landing pad." For those who may shy away from open-source products, Zmanda now offers Amanda Enterprise, a commercially backed version of Amanda.

The good news is if you've decided to do something about the escalating risks of not backing up your laptops, then you've got a lot to choose from with today's offerings.

Geeks.com sent us in for a review three interesting computer parts: a Bluetooth stereo headset, a 16 GB CompactFlash card, and a cleaning brush for camera lesnses. Read in for more.

A review of Windows Mobile 6.1: "It leaves all of Windows Mobile 6's core strengths and weaknesses intact. On the positive side, Windows Mobile is still a flexible OS with unparalleled Windows and Exchange support, and the greatest number of handset choices by far. No matter which carrier, manufacturer, or form factor you choose, you'll find a Windows Mobile device to suit your taste." Ars reports that Microsoft has announced a desktop-grade browser for Windows Mobile, scheduled for Q3 2008. One more here.