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What are the most profitable ways for a programmer to make money from open source code?
As a programmer, I am impressed by the quantity and quality of open source software products. A couple of the best ones I’ve personally used are: jEdit and FreeMind. I support the open source concept, but am concerned that it negatively impacts programmers’ income potential. Becoming an open source consultant would probably be the best way of making a living from writing open source code. How else can a programmer make a living from open source code?
Some additional questions… Can one legally repackage and resell open source? Are there standard types of open source licenses?
How to reconize linux file systems on windows?
I have both linux and windows working perfectly, but i’m not able to use the partition created for linux in windows. Linux has no problems in recognizing windows file systems. So please find me a way.
Where can I find some good WordPress themes?
Besides the site www.themes.wordpress.net
If you have any websites you recommend with good themes please let me know!
How do I boot into Ubuntu instead of Windows?
I used to have windows and ubuntu installed on separate partitions where I had grub and I could choose the os. Now after I reinstalled windows, grub doesn’t come up anymore. I still have ubuntu on the other partition. Is there any way to choose the partition I boot from or reactivate grub/edit boot partition?
What document format is compatible with both Open Office and microsoft office?
I have a problem with this because I have open office on my home computer and microsoft office at work. I noticed that some of the formats I used aren’t compatible, but I need a document format that is capable of using more complex formatting that basic rtf.
HELP Wordress Plugin Crashed Blog – FIX
Did your WordPress (WP) plugin crash your blog? Can’t login to admin area? Video shows fix. How to deactivate all plugins when not able to access the administrative menus. More tips@ www.ldtips.com Possible Errors 1. Warning: require_once…
Elastic: One-Minute WordPress Theme
Build a one-minute theme using Elastic! Demoed during the WordCamp NYC lightning round. More info at elastictheme.org @elastictheme
Linux iPad Alternative, Nvidia Goes OpenGL 4.0, Google to Open Source VP8 for HTML5?
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What do governments use open source software for?
I need to find information on the government usage of open source software for a report. Any serious answers are appreciated. Thank you for the help.