Hahaha. I am so excited because right now I am upgrading my Ubuntu to the latest Ubuntu version 8.04 codename Hardy Heron. If you want to upgrade your Ubuntu from 7.10 or from other earlier version to 8.04, just follow the instructions here.

So far, the download process is running smooth and fast. This is my first time upgrading my Ubuntu. Maybe that is why I am so excited. But I have to wait for 5 hours (maybe more) for the download process to finish because my connection is unstable and I hope it will not disconnect during the upgrading process.

I can’t wait to test the new features in Ubuntu 8.04. As I mentioned earlier, there are many upgrades and new features in this new version. You can learn more about the new features here. Hurm…I wonder what is the first thing that I want to test after the upgrade is finished? *wink*

So guys, the time has come. This is the time for the upgrade. Download it now or request the free CD.

Supposedly I should write about this in my Ubuntu Newbie Malaysia blog but I think it is better to mention it here.

So, did you know that new Ubuntu, version 8.04 codename Hardy Heron, will be out in less than two days from now? They said that there are many new features and softwares in version 8.04, like…

New Core System Features:

• GNOME 2.22
• Linux kernel 2.6.24
• PolicyKit
• PulseAudio
• Xorg 7.3

New Software Functions:

• Firefox 3 Beta 5
• Brasero
• Transmission
• World Clock Applet
• Vinagre
• Uncomplicated Firewall
• Totem
• Inkscape

New and Improved Support:

• ActiveDirectory integration
• iSCSI support
• Memory Protection
• SELinux Support
• umenu
• Virtualization
• Wubi
• Installation
• LTSP

I am not sure why they put Firefox 3 Beta as the default browser. In my opinion it is better to just stick with the latest stable Firefox version which is Firefox 2. At least people will not facing into troubles if suddenly Firefox 3 Beta not functioning in their system.

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If you are still remember, I have wrote an article about Shutdown Day last year. For those who missed the day, here is your chance. The Shutdown Day is back!

This 3rd May 2008, come and join us. Shut down your PC and don’t ever think to boot it or use it. Your PC want to get sleep and have a good rest, so let it be.

Currently there are about 5000 people have voted for Yes and 380 people say No. So choose which part you want to be.

Do you know what is anti-spyware? It is a software that can removes spywares from your PC. In simple word, it is like the anti-virus but their job is to clean your PC from unwanted applications that was installed in your PC which monitors the users’ behaviour, collect personal informations like internet browsing, etc.

There are many anti-spywares available in the market. Some of them are free and some are paid version. Before this, I used Ad-Aware to protect my PC from spyware but recently I found another good and better anti-spyware which is, SUPERAntiSpyware.

With SUPERAntiSpyware, your PC will be protected from spywares and it can removes over 1 million pests and threat components such as VirusRay, AntiVirGear, VirusProtectPro, DriveCleaner, SmitFraud, Vundo, WinFixer, SpyAxe, SpyFalcon, WinAntiVirus, AntiVermins, AntiSpyGolden and thousands more.

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Ubuntu is a well known Linux operating system that everyone want to have. because of it is free but because of the stability, light, and the most important is, Ubuntu does not need any extra security software to protect you from viruses or bad hackers. The architecture of itself has made it safe from the attacks.

If you are the Ubuntu user and at the same time use Windows XP on your PC, now you can use the Human theme (the default Ubuntu theme) in Windows XP. I have two operating systems in my PC, Ubuntu and Windows XP. I really like to use the Human theme in my Windows XP and found the way on how to make your Windows XP looks like Ubuntu. Here is how to do it.

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I got this info from Albert, a guy from Magic Tweak support team. He asked me to review the Magic Folder Icon which is a small tool that you can use to change the folder icons freely and quickly.

Magic Folder Icon allows you to give your folder icon a new look. This tool is freeware so money is not a problem here. You can download it and use it as you like. I have included the download link at the end of this post.

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If you copy a single file which has size about 50Mb, it will take about 1 minute or maybe less to finish copying it. But if you want to copy a folder which has hundreds of files, it might take longer even though the size is similar.

But with TeraCopy, it can reduces the time. This tool is designed to copy and move files at the maximum speed and also provides with the following features:

• Copy files faster
• Pause and resume file transfers
• Error recovery
• Interactive file list
• Shell integration
• Full Unicode support

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Linutop is a small Linux computer that is running from a USB key. It is really small which make it silents, energy-efficient operations and with no internal hard drive. Although it is small, it also can browse websites, open pictures, and can also plays musics and videos.

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I can say that I am a Linux user although I’m dual booting my PC with Ubuntu and Windows XP. Both are important to me so I don’t want to lose each one of them.

Some of you might think why some people choose Linux over Windows. What makes Linux so popular? Maybe this list can helps you.

• Forget about viruses
• Is your system unstable?
• Linux protects your computer
• Don’t pay $300 for your operating system
• Freedom!
• When the system has installed, why would you still need to install stuff?
• Update all your softwares with a single click
• Why copy software illegally if you can get it for free?
• Need new software? Don’t bother searching the web, Linux gets it for you
• Jump into the next generation of desktops
• Does your digital life seem fragmenter?
• Choose what your desktop looks like
• Why does your Windows get slower day after day?
• Enjoy free and unlimited support
• Use MSN, AIM, ICQ, Jabber with a single program
• Too many windows? Use workspaces.
• Don’t wait years for bugs to be solved, report and track them down
• Are you tires of restarting your computer all the time?
• Let your old computer have a seconf life
• Play hundres of games for free
• Help other countries and your own
• Get a great music player
• Keep an eye on the weather

Phew! There are the some of the reasons why linux is better than Windows or any other operating systems. If you would like to know the details for each of the reason, you can go to Why Linux is better website.

While I was stumbling the Internet, I stumbled on to Picotux website. When the first time I saw the pic above, I thought it was just a connector that we can use on our PC. But after I read the description below it, I am so impressed!

Picotux 100 is the smallest Linux computer in the world. With 35mm×19mm×19mm in size it uses uClinux 2.4.27 Big Endian as its operating system. It built with 8Mb SDRAM and 55Mhz processor to run the OS.

For more information, you can visit Picotux website or read the details here.