Wednesday, July 6, 2011

2011 Linux Migration Overview

So I'm setting myself a big goal here, but thankfully I've hit a point where that it isn't that difficult.  I'm looking at Ubuntu/Kubuntu for most systems, and FreeBSD for myself.  I've heard a lot of ill surrounding Unity, hence why Kubutu is an option.

Here's everything that I need to consider, and I will likely write up some articles on each of these
  • A web-accessible desktop access (such as Hamachi's Log Me In).  Free NX is a great option, but I'd rather something that isn't necessary if I am behind something like a proxy server (say at a relatively secured coffee shop).
  • TrueCrypt support.  I have too many things encrypted in TC
  • A high quality music manager. I like iTunes for its simple interface and anal-retentive organization scheme. I use it for syncing, but only to my Android.  If I can manage my Android's music graphically and with playlists, then I'm happy.
  • I would loooove something like Windows 7's Aero Snap feature.
That's it.  I really don't have a lot of what I consider unusual expectations.  My needs are simple anymore, and anything else I could want I'm very certain will be easily available.  Let's see what I can pull out for us :)

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