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Alternatives to Google Reader?

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As you already know, Google Reader missing closure next July 1. And what has that to do with Linux? Nothing and something. Because it is also certain that many of you use Google services and more than one may especially Google Reader. It’s a good excuse to give a brief review the options we have available in GNU / Linux as far as readers feeds refers.

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As I say, it will be a short review, and we have already addressed this issue previously here in MuyLinux. Specifically, Rodrigo Russo Habo time ago newsreader outside the browser, an article that mentions Akregator and Liferea , the most popular applications for KDE and GNOME respectively, and Edge , an option for fans of the terminal.

The above would be the most popular choices, but how could it be otherwise, they have alternative , although you might not find in your distribution’s repositories. For example, if your desktop is GTK and do not like Liferea, RSSOwl look good, if your desktop is KDE is QuiteRSS, both cross-platform applications (Qt also “is” uRSSus). If we go to the command line, rather than have to newsbeuter Canto (this if it is more likely that you have in the repositories). All applications are Open Source .

problem with the mentioned applications is that, unlike Google reader, not your sources you can access from different devices, unless constantly ye manual data migration, since no synchronization . Something that can be fixed with a little skill and more applications, in this case storage and file synchronization. It may be a solution, but it is very rewarding (I speak from experience).

Thus, the above tools recommend them for those who only have a single computer or consult the news from one team , or for very crafty type I cook it, I I like , since the latter do not need much to recommend. At this point, depending on what you give, you also may be worth newsreader that integrates Thunderbird , the Opera or even Firefox Live Bookmarks . But not the same.

web Alternatives to Google Reader? There are many, and indeed just published in a special article MuyComputer recommending that I like , which NewsBlur mention in passing, the only web service which to my knowledge is based on Open Source , although personally I have not attracted the least.

Finally, I come to mind a few questions: Are you users of Google Reader? How do you come up to the news that interest you? With which of the above applications you stay? Any recommendations that I have missed?

Tags: Aggregators, Akregator, Canto, Feeds, Google Reader, RSS reader, liferea, newsbeuter, NewsBlur, news, QuiteRSS, Reader, RSS, RSSOwl, uRSSus

5 Free alternatives to WhatsApp payment

WhatsApp surprise given Android users. Although so far we have used the app for free, now is a paid subscription. True the price demanded by the application is minimal (only 78 cents per year), but the decision has raised some controversy and debate on free applications has resurfaced. Why pay for something when you would get another free? Line Now that just came hard on the instant messaging platform and is free, does well Whatshapp charge users at least once a year?

looks good, the cost is less than the value of a mobile message. And throughout the year. Not much. Also WhatsApp already warned in the description of that Google Play the Android version was test and that from the first year would be paid. So far it seems not to have been met, since many people had it for over a year and have never paid. Beyond the controversy, the fact that users of Android, unlike iOS (yes paid), are more accustomed to applications free or very low cost. Same with Blackberry, Nokia and Windows Phone.

Therefore

has been much talk these days of alternative Watshapp , mainly Line , its nearest competitor. WhatsApp Although still a very popular service (except for its interface and always questioned privacy of phone numbers), is well aware that the world does not end because it will be paid for. Nor Line is the only feasible alternative. There other IM systems for mobile free very useful to download. Let’s see them.

1. Hike Messenger

obviously not as popular as WhatsApp. But it has a great advantage. Works with the same phonebook we have loaded. No need to look at a long list to start a conversation. The interface, recognizable by its blue color, is very simple and pleasing to the eye. The display of the conversations are typical snacks for each message. You can send videos, photos and very different emoticons. You can also make group discussions groups . In this not unlike WhatsApp, I go in the download is still free.

Otherwise valid for iOS, Android, Nokia, Blackberry and Windows Phone. Weighs 7.7 Megas and the mode of transmission of messages between friends is for 2G, 3G or Wifi.

Link: Hike

2. Facebook Messenger

Its main advantage is that most of the contacts you have. You can send pictures and videos. One of the curiosities is the voice messaging , which can function as a substitute for the messages on the answering machine.

However, this platform has some disadvantages : for example, the space occupied (9.5 megs), consumption data or large instability . Sometimes there are unexpected closures or messages take too long to arrive. Usually Facebook applications for mobile devices have been the Achilles heel of this company.

Link: Facebook Messenger

3. Spotbross

is a promising alternative of Spanish origin. With the advantages, could stand up to WhatsApp Line and in the future. Spotbross launched very recently, in November 2012, but has already reached a million users and still growing. It offers a number of options, SBApps that make instant messaging is completely different as we knew it.

For example, one of the curiosities are including “shout” . These allow you to communicate with strangers around you, something very useful and fun if you ask where a street, a pub or a restaurant or perhaps more creative occurrences. Then there are the “spots” or geo groups (traffic, concerts, etc..), To which one can subscribe and that come in handy to start chats by theme.

Link: Spotbross

4. Group Me

Hike

As we can only have it in English. The size is larger (9.9 megs) and not much different from WhatsApp. From the beginning born oriented talkgroups creation , when WhatsApp not offer this functionality yet.

However, it has some characteristics that give certain charisma. Without going any further, the interface is more elegant, the photos appear for each message in the chat window. We must also emphasize the originality of “questions” , a function that allows us to ask a question either to characters of our contacts, on Facebook and on Twitter.

Link: Group I

5. Nimbuzz Messenger

Very useful for those who, in addition to chat, want to make free calls to contacts using VoIP . The voice is transmitted over the Internet through an IP protocol to the receiving device. Along with free messaging, offers full service free calls and messages. It has all the functionality of the messaging services (groups, sending files, etc..), With the addition that facilitates “group calls” from your contacts.

As with Spotbross, has location and lets you enter a series of collective chat rooms . The interface is attractive and can be downloaded in Spanish for Android. Occupies 7.1 megabytes, let alone that WhatsApp. To not eat too much, Nimbuzz sends you notifications when someone wants to locate. Although sales connected to your friends, you can keep the app closed for not using data and battery.

Link: Nimbuzz Messenger

Alternatives to Windows Movie Maker to edit videos online

300x217 moviemaker1 Alternatives to Windows Movie Maker to edit videos online Movie Maker is a Microsoft program that often gives headaches to video editors. While it is intuitive and comes bundled free operating systems with Windows Essentials suite , soon discovered its limitations when you want to do a professional job.

Some typical problems

of which are users often complain that the program to crash repeatedly while editing, the limited range of effects and transitions, or the view of the timeline to sometimes be very confusing when mixed handle a lot of clips (which is what usually happens in very complicated assemblies). The latest versions have improved somewhat, though it remains a very limited software.

Ideally

learn to use programs like Adobe Premiere Professional (Windows) or Final Cut (Mac), which are infinitely better, although this is not always possible because they are paid programs or because they require more know- advanced video editing . Should use these to make a serious and completely forget the 5 publishers that we present here.

However, if what you want is to videos online quickly and without too much effort, there are a number of alternatives to Movie Maker , far more basic and giving fewer problems, some aimed primarily at users without mounting and editing skills. According to what our goals are , maybe they can be more comfortable in certain cases.

1. Youtube editor

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is a program with a very simple interface, its timeline is clear and orderly. We access from our Youtube account and allows us to edit videos you’ve already uploaded . The platform also offers us some pictures Creative Commons that can be used for assemblies, but are just a few examples. Transitions that allows us to do very little: cast, color fades, blurs, sweeps and some geometric shapes (heart, circle, star, diamond, etc..). In this sense provides less likely than Movie Maker (which can also be installed effects), but can be used to correct minor errors or if you’ve already done most of the work. The advantage is that allows quickly publish on YouTube in the appropriate format.

Link: Youtube editor

2. Video Tool Box

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uncomfortable when import videos, but has a special feature you can connect directly with your webcam and microphone to add your files on the go. Also lets you export your movie in a variety of formats : from AVI to MPEG, to FLV, MOV, WMV and others. The only downside is that the design of the website is unattractive and a bit confusing at first. It can be very useful if you do the videos on the go and want to add an audio or a picture by erecting .

Link: Video Toolbox

3. Magisto

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is even more basic than the others and can be used from the Youtube channel. Once you’re inside, is based on three actions: select video, add a title and put your music list . It is designed especially for mobile users to record a video and images at the moment and want to quickly share them on social networks with some arrangements.

Unlike

Movie Maker does not allow videos with images , or entertain with mounting details. It does everything automatically, which can be helpful for those who will not spend much time editing, but obviously does wonders.

Link: Magisto

4. Pixorial

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gives us a simple and elegant interface. Like the Video Tool Box, lets you record from the webcam and add it to your edit. It has a system of folders that allow you to sort the clips, which helps you to sort videos. Once you register, it is much more comfortable than Movie Maker, you do it all online and no crashes so often.

You can trim the clips and give some effects to images such as rotation. The only downside is that the free version only lets you record up to 7GB files .

Link: Pixorial

5. Creaza

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who are very used to Movie Maker will see that this interface is perhaps just as intuitive and easy to use. We have a well-defined time scale, we can cut the images as desired and the effects of image and sound are all separated so that it can be clearly seen. Also serve as color grade has a section tools to create comics very original. Includes various images of manga, cartoons and other graphics to create them.

paste is noteworthy that only offers few transitions (swept up, down, right and left), but also other fade effect that can be very useful.

Link: Creaza

Three free alternatives to Microsoft Office (Windows, Mac, Linux)

office suites are fundamental practically any computer, both for academic and labor. The most accepted worldwide is Microsoft Office 2013 version of which was released in late January with several changes compared to the 2010 edition. The main drawback of the software developed by the Redmond firm is the price of licenses, since for many users is too expensive.

Over the years emerged a few alternative platforms evolved considerably. There are packages with word processing, spreadsheet editors, managers and administrators presentations databases, among other utilities. One of the strengths of these packs is that not only are free but not tied to a single operating system .

This article will recommend three of the best free office suites that exist today. They are not the only ones, but they are among the most comprehensive and advanced that we can find anywhere. Remember if you want to commend any program not listed in these lines can do so through the comments.

Apache OpenOffice

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great free office suite that is available since 2002. Its development changed hands a couple of times but is managed by the Apache Software Foundation since mid-2011. It is one of the most comprehensive alternative to have on hand because it includes six applications: Writer (text), Calc (spreadsheets), Impress (presentations), Base (databases), Draw (graphics and drawings) and Math (mathematical formulas).

A point in favor of OpenOffice is that the interface of the program is similar to Microsoft Office, which facilitates the transition of users accustomed to the software developed in Redmond. Currently the office suite is compatible with Windows, Mac OS X and Linux distributions.

addition of features included by default in the software, OpenOffice has a wide range of accessories that extend their power. The package installer weighs just over 110 MB and is available in over a hundred languages.

Download | Apache Open Office.

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LibreOffice

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Another excellent alternative to keep in mind that has much in common with OpenOffice, as it was born out of the project . The office suite is developed by The Document Foundation and offers basically the same set of applications mentioned a couple of paragraphs.

This Week in charge

Software released version 4.0 which includes performance improvements and interoperability with formats like DOCX and RTF, among others. Also added more customization options in the hands of themes for Mozilla Firefox, and better filters to import from Microsoft Publisher and support for all formats of Visio.

LibreOffice

also emphasizes collaboration with other users through the integration CMIS . Like OpenOffice is available free for Windows, Mac and Linux (the default in Ubuntu and other distros).

Download | LibreOffice.

IBM Lotus Symphony

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is the simplest of the three suites mentioned in this article only because it includes a word processor, a spreadsheet editor and a presentation manager. The software package developed by IBM has always been known for its quality, but criticized for its slow development.

should be clear that Lotus Symphony was discontinued in 2012 , as there are plans to merge the code created by the American company with future versions of Apache OpenOffice. Anyway keep applications available, work well and are recommended for those who need basic software and unpretentious.

IBM

suite was never the most innovative on the market but still offered enough tools to work seamlessly. The latest stable version (3.0.1) is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux.

Download | IBM Lotus Symphony.

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6 alternatives in Linux for remote access to other computers

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Control computers remotely is one of the most interesting in helping other users-are familiar and known, or contacts are professionals, and Linux have several options available.

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Datamation have a good look at some of the most important alternative in this segment, and we wanted to build on that article in English to remind you just how likely you have if you want to remotely manage a computer .

Vinegar (VNC): fully integrated into GNOME, is a very important option to connect to a VNC server, something easy to do if we want to connect computers on any platform.

KRDC (VNC and RDP) could be classified as Vinegar KDE, but also with the support of Microsoft RDP protocol that allows us to control Windows computers.

Remmina (VNC, RDP, NX, XDMCP, SSH, Telepathy): its multiprotocol support is a guarantee for an application you will find many good features and outstanding integration with GNOME it is based on GTK.

SSH with X11 forwarding (SSH): Secure connections provided by the SSH protocol can be extended to control an X11 desktop, so it’s a very appropriate choice for sysadmins, especially those with some experience, since this option may not be the most suitable for new users, which will take Remmina a good ally.

TeamViewer

(Wine, owner): Although this is a business development and owner, you can use it for free at one of its editions, and its performance is remarkable. That’s right: it is necessary we install on both computers (remote acts as a “server”, our “client”).

Chrome Beta

Remote (Chrome, owner): the newcomer is a surprise: an additional feature of Chrome that if installed on the remote computer and allow us to control our desktop any PC regardless of operating system. For its simplicity and easy installation, no intrusive (it’s a browser plugin over), is a perfect choice for us out of trouble quickly.

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Tags: Remote Access, Remote Chrome Beta, Remote Desktop, KRDP, RDP, Remmina, ssh, TeamViewer, Vinegar, VNC, X11 forwarding

10 alternatives to Dropbox on Linux

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June 24, 2011 – by techy

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“cloud computing” is expanding its size and attracting more and more users, and between Web services are having more success are those that affect the storage and synchronization of content online. Dropbox is the reference in the field , but Linux users are a few alternatives … as usual)

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Tech Drive-in have posted an article about it in that detail 7 of these alternatives, but since we have already spoken at length about this topic MuyLinux would add at least 3 other services more that offer the ability to store files online to share, and even synchronize them so you always have the latest version of these files wherever we are.

10 services that are alternatives to Dropbox on Linux are:

SparkleShare: well known Hylke Bons development continues to progress as we saw it is becoming easier to install on our own servers to enjoy a “Dropbox as.”

SpiderOak: This service is similar to Dropbox and also offers free accounts with a capacity of 2 Gbytes. Interestingly, some of the components are Open Source SpiderOak, and its developers have made clear that his client will soon be Open Source too.

Ubuntu

One: service in the cloud of Canonical has started something timidly his career in the field, but is gradually consolidating its place, although for now with important limitations, such as that can only be used from Ubuntu … or Windows.

Wuala

: This popular store-and-synchronization is the special appeal that the more we gain more power we give virtual storage on our hard drives. Wuala offers packages DEB and RPM To use the service without problems in most Linux distributions.

Minus: less known, this solution for simplicity as its ultimate goal, and made its operation is based on drag and drop files to the taskbar, the Minus icon to share. And of course there is a specific client for Linux.

ZumoDrive: As with SpiderOak, this alternative offers 2 GB of free space and a client that runs on Linux but also on mobile platforms such as IOS, Android and even webOS. Packages for Ubuntu and Fedora are available on their official website, and of course another option is able to meet our needs in this field.

TeamDrive: other service owner (as SpiderOak or ZumoDrive) that do not match well but their direct competitors with traditional 2 GB free and a Linux client support, offers an interesting plugin that facilitates collaboration with OpenOffice documents (Will it LibreOffice?) directly through our own TeamDrive.

And now with our three additional alternatives

Syncany: Open Source this service has the additional advantage that all transfers are encrypted files and we can access a comprehensive versioning system to recover older versions of our files.

ownCloud: Open Source other service fully developed by KDE and is still in full swing, as Syncany. We need a desktop client and for now only be used via WebDAV, but the thing promised and as we discussed ownCloud could be another star in the Cloud Computing Open Source version.

iFolder: This Novell Open Source development aims to raise cross-platform solution for universaal sharing files online, and its base is the use of folders (hence the name) that are synchronized with other computers. The project appears to have changed hands, but that has not stopped progress on new features that include such specific client for openSUSE.

Tags: alternatives, Dropbox, iFolder, Min.us, Minus, ownCloud, SparkleShare, SpiderOak, Syncany, TeamDrive, Ubuntu One, Wuala, ZumoDrive

Alternatives to Google Reader?

5 Free alternatives to WhatsApp payment

1. Hike Messenger

2. Facebook Messenger

3. Spotbross

4. Group Me

5. Nimbuzz Messenger

Alternatives to Windows Movie Maker to edit videos online

1. Youtube editor

2. Video Tool Box

3. Magisto

4. Pixorial

5. Creaza

Three free alternatives to Microsoft Office (Windows, Mac, Linux)

LibreOffice

6 alternatives in Linux for remote access to other computers

10 alternatives to Dropbox on Linux

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