Category Archives: Open Source

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Is there an open source network monitor software that can capture packets from a wireless router

Even though not connected to the wireless router? Is there an open source program that can do this. I know of several programs that capture packets, but you actually have to be connected to the wireless router.. When I say connected I’m not mean physically I mean connecting by putting the wep or wap key. I want to capture packets from my laptop.

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Are there any Open Source Software for backing up my documents onto a hard drive at a certain time every day?

I recently bought a new external hard drive after my old one crashed. My old one came with a program that would automatically back up my files at a certain time every day. My new hard drive came with a few programs like that one – but they all cost money. I was wondering if there were any Open Source or free programs that I could download to use.

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What open source program is the best example of Ruby programming to study to learn the language better?

Looking for a good open source program to study in order to pick up on the idioms of Ruby programming that make Ruby programs uniquely succinct, elegant, powerful, profound, and readable. I am looking for a program that when I study thee source code for it, it will show me the strengths of the language.

Sort of like design patterns but code patterns. You know, good idioms of the language that are in popular use.

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Open Source goes to High School

Technology rules at Open High where their approach to learning embraces the idea that teaching shouldn’t be as static as the textbooks on which it’s based. Shattering traditional methods, the Open High School of Utah curriculum is built from open educational resources. These resources are the foundation for their content and are aligned with Utah state standards to ensure the highest quality educational experience. The teachers enhance with screencasts, interactive components, and engaging activities to create high quality curricula for their students. Visit www.openhighschool.org for more info!