Perfection OSX Theme

I'm excited to find the new Perfection Theme. It offers bright clean looks that are so very close to Apple Leopard OSX. You can get it here:

http://gnome-look.org/content/show.php/Perfection?content=122822&PHPSESSID=22ae190d8769ea37567c49dd328530a7

Below are some screenshots:

Two P2P Torrent clients for Linux

Deluge and qBittorrent are 2 excellent torrent clients for Linux. Below is info on each of these.

Deluge

Deluge is BitTorrent client that no only works with Linux but all the other major operating systems like Windows as well. Deluge has a wide-array of features, including:



-Web UI
-BitTorrent Protocol Encryption
-Mainline DHT
-Local Peer Discovery (aka LSD)
-FAST protocol extension
-µTorrent Peer Exchange
-UPnP and NAT-PMP
-Proxy support
-Web seed
-Private Torrents
-Global and per-torrent speed limits
-Configurable bandwidth scheduler
-Password protection
-RSS
-And much more!

Deluge is available from the Synaptic Software Library and from their website:
http://deluge-torrent.org/


qBittorrent


The qBittorrent project was started in March 2006 by a French university student to create a lightweight but featureful BitTorrent client that would be multi-platform and very easy to use. It looks very similar to the popular uTorrent client for Windows.

qBittorrent v2 is the closest open source (GNU GPL v2 license) equivalent to µtorrent. qBittorrent is based on Qt4 toolkit and libtorrent-rasterbar.



qBittorrent v2 Features

-Polished µTorrent-like User Interface
-Well-integrated and extensible Search Engine
-Simultaneous search in most famous BitTorrent search sites
-Per-category-specific search requests (e.g. Books, Music, Movies)
-All Bittorrent extensions
-DHT, Peer Exchange, Full encryption, Magnet URI, ...
-Remote control through a Web user interface
-Nearly identical to the regular UI, all in Ajax
-Advanced control over trackers, peers and torrents
-Torrents queueing and prioritizing
-Torrent content selection and prioritizing
-UPnP / NAT-PMP port forwarding support
-Available in ~25 languages (Unicode support)
-µTorrent spoofing to bypass private trackers whitelisting
-Advanced RSS support with download filters (inc. regex)
-Bandwidth scheduler
-IP Filtering (eMule and PeerGuardian compatible)
-IPv6 compliant

Go ahead and try qBittorrent v2, you won't regret it!
Website: http://qbittorrent.sourceforge.net/index.php
also available from Synaptic Manager.

gThumb: The Free Software IrfanView

From Linux Today: http://www.linuxtoday.com/infrastructure/2010042901435MMSW

So you've done it, you moved over to GNU+Linux (or you made your move a while ago). Everything works and you're happy with it. Well, for a while now, I've been asked the same question on many occasions, a question I did not previously have a good answer to, "Can I use IrfanView with Debian [Ubuntu, Fedora, etc.]".

Before recently my answer was always "You can't use IrfanView, as it's only available for Windows, and there isn't a good IrfanView equivalent for GNU+Linux." Well, I'm happy to say as of version 2.11.3 that I can now tell people that gThumb is as good as IrfanView, if not better.







I used to suggest F-Spot, no one liked that. Sure it can view and organize images and can make simple edits, like resize, crop, brightness and contrast, but it also started slow compared to IrfanView, and didn't (still doesn't?) play audio and video. Also its Mono dependencies really made F-Spot a pain, because the Mono libraries take up quite a bit of space, 35.8MB for just Mono, does that sound like a small simple image viewer? IrfanView takes up 9.7MB the last time I checked. And gThumb takes up 10.5 here. Free Software advocates also don't like using F-Spot because of potential patent issues with Mono.


When viewing images, gThumb can resize, crop, rotate, adjust colors, enhance colors, equalize, desaturate, invert colors, mirror, flip, and remove red-eyes. gThumb can read and edit metadata, convert images, batch edit multiple images as well, and for organizing your files gThumb also has simple features like Bookmarks, and Catalogs.








gThumb can zoom in and pan images fast as well, and has fullscreen support for viewing both images and video (audio as well, but you don't need fullscreen to listen to music).


The main feature that makes gThumb great is its support for video and audio playback. That's right, gThumb is just like IrfanView it can view and edit images, and play your videos and music as well. When, playing a video there is also a "Take a screenshot" feature which creates a single image file from the current frame of the video.








The best part, most of gThumb's features are implemented by plugins, so if you don't think you need to rotate images, you can simply remove the plugin responsible for that feature. Removing these plugins can make gThumb start even faster. And anyone can develop useful new features for gThumb with a simple plugin.







There is even plugins for burning files to an optical disc, and uploading images to Facebook, Flickr, and Picasa Web Albums. Right from inside gThumb.


And just for the record, gThumb starts in -- well, I'd like to time it, but it starts to fast. gThumb starts in less than a second on my single-core system, I can only imagine what it's like on an Intel i7.

If you want gThumb 2.11.3 on Debian, it's available in the "unstable" repository (sid). As for Ubuntu, the developers have removed gThumb 2.11.x from the latest release, but I suppose the Debian package will work on Ubuntu.

I really feel that with just a little more work, gThumb should replace the "Eye of GNOME" on all distributions. And perhaps become the official GNOME image viewer? It definitely has what it takes.

For more information on gThumb please visit: http://live.gnome.org/gthumb

Source: http://www.inatux.com/article?r=gthumb-the-free-software-irfanview

MakeMKV offers simple cross-platform Blu-Ray ripping

by Jay Hathaway Mar 22nd 2010 ...from DownloadSquad.com

Software developers basically have DVD ripping down to a science at this point. No matter what operating system you run, you're only a few clicks away from importing a movie from a DVD to your hard drive. Blu-Ray, on the other hand, is a tougher nut to crack. That's why it's exciting to see a cross-platform app that handles both DVD and Blu-Ray ripping: MakeMKV.

MakeMKV offers one-click ripping of most DVDs and Blu-Ray discs on Mac, Windows or Linux. Advanced settings are available, but most users will just happy to pop the disc in, click, and let 'er rip. To play MKV files -- not as common a file format as .avi or .mpg, maybe, but familiar to anyone who's ever torrented a Blu-Ray movie -- you'll need free software like VLC. MakeMKV is currently available as a free beta, says Lifehacker, so it's smart to grab it now if you're too frugal to pay for a competing app.

Source: http://www.downloadsquad.com/2010/03/22/makemkv-offers-simple-cross-platform-blu-ray-ripping/
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Unified Theme is a bright OSX Look

The Unified Theme was recently modified and I've incorporated this with a newly found iFox Firefox Theme for some great results. My goal is a clean bright MAC-like Linux experience. Below are some screenshots and a link where to get the Unified Theme and iFox Firefox Themes.









The Unified Theme: http://gnome-look.org/content/show.php/Unified?content=121728

Firefox Updated iFox Themes now called iFoxfork Themes: http://site.aladen.free.fr/ifoxfork/

25+ Mac Look Alike Themes For Linux OS

Lately I've been leaning towards the Apple Mac Themes on all my Linux machines. Many others are too. You can get the overall feel of Leopard OSX for a free Linux price. How sweet it is. Posted Thursday, February 25, 2010

Mac OS has been popular ever since Apple Computer Inc. has established itself as leader of brand of stylish cool tech gadgets and latest innovations. Mac OS is one such product which is counted by many industry believers for its beauty and eye glossy charming sight to its users. Since open nature of Linux OS permits modification and changes, so many Linux users have tried to giveaway free Mac look alike themes compatible with most of Linux OS. Default themes at times can be boring and extra theme pack in hand always comes handy when you wish to juggle your Linux OS theme. Here I have compiled 20+ cool near Mac look alike themes developed by Linux gurus. Have a look please.

Munics

Munics is a Mac OS X Leopard look-a-like GTK theme for GNOME. Its different from all the Mac look alike themes out there as none of them are update or bugged with petty issues. Its made from scratch with core pixmap engine and of course combine of host of many other applications too. Developed by Vincent Murasame.

Ubuntu Clean Theme

Ubuntu Clean Theme was made from different files downloaded from gnome-looks.org website. Thanks for all those who made the original files! Developed by Aby Gomez

Nodoka Mac

Nodoka Mac is a modification of Audora Leopard BSM, based on Nodoka GIT.

Developed by Wojtek Konefal

Similiar Suite

Similiar Suite is a GTK theme/style based on elementary by Daniel Fore (DanRabbit) and the Elementary Art TeaM. Developed by Razanajato Harenome

McNarf

McNarf includes: GTK and Emerald themes, a round and a square Metacity theme and two readme-files (for example, ho to change from the button-look toolbar to the normal toolbar...). Developed by Dani Klenovsky

Aurora Leopard Metaled

Aurora Leopard Metaled merges components of three themes, and makes a fine tune on the style & color. Developed by My feing

eLeopard

A Leopard-like GTK 2.x Theme/Style for GNOME. eLeopard is a GTK theme that may be another Leopard emulation version. Developed by Yogi Yu

1a gekos-iTunes (LEOPARD)

Mac OS-like theme for your GNOME desktop. 1a gekos-iTunes (LEOPARD) is a Mac OS Leopard look-a-like GTK theme. Developed by Georgi Kostadinov

Aurora Leopard BSM

Aurora Leopard BSM is a Leopard-like theme powered by the Aurora engine. Developed by Bruno Schmidt Marques.

Leopard Black

Leopard Black is a Mac OS X-like theme for your GNOME desktop. Developed by Hitokiri Shostakovich.

GlowLeopard

GlowLeopard is a mix between the Glow and the last iRoll themes. Developed by join fh2s.

Human Leopard

Human Leopard is a GTK theme based on the Glossy P and Elegance GTK-themes.

Developed by Nelson lvarez

imetal

imetal is a port of the imetal OSX theme by AndyBlac. It uses the pixbuf engine so it's a little slow, but i couldn't make an accurate port without it. Developed by Nick

GrayThemeX

GrayThemeX is a GTK theme for the GNOME desktop based on Symphony Clearlooks Compact. It tries to emulate the MAC OS X Leopard look. Developed by tenebro

Open Leopard

Open Leopard allows you to make your KDE look like MacOSX Leopard! Who says KDE isn't beautiful? The archive contains two configurations for Domino kde style, polyester window decoration settings and two kde colour schemes. Instructions are included. Developed by Eldarion.

GTK Leopard for Linux by eamon63

GTK Leopard for Linux by eamon63 is a clone of the MAC OS X Leopard look, for the GNOME desktop environment on Linux systems. Developed by Arturo Vauva

Mac OS Tiger

Mac OS Tiger is a GTK theme based on the OSX-Tiger style. Metacity theme based on MacOS-X Aqua Theme 1.2.1. Developed by Andrew.

mac'a'like

mac'a'like is a GTK theme powered by the Candido engine. Developed by jck bcn.

MurrinaWhite

MurrinaWhite is a Mac OS X-like GTK theme powered by the Murrine engine. Developed by Adam Agentdunken.

Mac Os X Leopard

Mac Os X Leopard is a Leopard-like GTK theme for GNOME users. To get the Menu bars like a glass theme right click them hit properties, then background, check the solid color box, and set transparency to desired level lower = more clear higher = darker.

Mac OS PINK

Mac OS PINK is a pink Mac OS X-like GTK theme for GNOME. Developed by Alberto Piet.

gekos-leopard

gekos-leopard is a Mac OS X Leopard-style GTK theme for GNOME. You'll have to add Panel/menubar-gekos.png (from the theme directory) as background for your panel using panel properties dialog (right click on an empty part of the panel and choose "properties" in the menu). Developed by Georgi Kostadinov

Leotard

Leotard is yet another a Leopard look-a-like GTK theme for GNOME. Developed by Johan Eriksson.

OSX-Leopard

OSX-Leopard is a refined and smooth GTK theme for the GNOME desktop, with a Mac OS X Leopard look. The Metacity theme is included in the package. The theme is based on OSX-Tiger by Lauri Taimila. Developed by Riz Blan.

Cybertron Leopard

Cybertron Leopard is a GNOME theme based on many other themes. It tries to clone the Mac OS X Leopard theme. Developed by Sidney Matias.

MurrinaPredatore

MurrinaPredatore is a theme for the GNOME desktop inspired by, but not a copy of a well known operating system.

Read more:

* Tutorials to make Linux look like a Mac.

* 4 Linux Distros Which Look Like Mac OS X

Source: http://www.learnthisblog.co.cc/2010/02/25-mac-look-alike-theme-for-linux-os.html

How to install official Lucid Themes on older Ubuntu versions

Install Ubuntu Lucid Themes(Radiance/Ambiance) and Wallpaper in Ubuntu Karmic,Jaunty Using PPA - from Linuxtoday.com magazine. Posted in:
Read more: http://www.techdrivein.com/2010/04/install-ubuntu-lucid.html
Posted by rationalbeing on Monday, April 19, 2010 / Labels: Eyecandy, Lucid, Theme

As we have already seen in the post on What's new in Ubuntu 10.04 'Lucid Lynx', the theme change is a among the major updates going to happen in Ubuntu Lucid 10.04. New theme will have new color schemes which is going to set it apart from all other releases of Ubuntu till date. This is because Ubuntu is undergoing a complete branding makeover and new themes should be seen in that light. Here is a step by step howto on installing these new Radiance and Ambiance themes in Ubuntu Karmic, Jaunty.




Add Repository First

* Depending on the version of Ubuntu you use, add the following repository.

For Ubuntu Karmic 9.10

* Simply copy-paste the following line into Terminal(applications - Accessories - Terminal)

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:nilarimogard/webupd8

* Done.

For Ubuntu Jaunty 9.04

* There is no one line way to add repository in Ubuntu.

* Goto System - Administration - Software Sources and select Third-Party Softwares tab. Now click the ADD button and copy-paste the following line.

deb http://ppa.launchpad.net/nilarimogard/webupd8/ubuntu jaunty main

* Now do the authentication. Simply copy-paste the following line into Terminal.

sudo apt-key adv --keyserver keyserver.ubuntu.com --recv-keys 4C9D234C

* Done. Now the installation part.

Install Light(Radiance) and Dark(Ambiance) Themes in Ubuntu Karmic, Jaunty

* In order to install these themes, you will need to install the latest murrine engine as well. But's that is included in the PPA above.

* Install latest murrine engine and the new themes with icon sets by a simple copy-paste of the following command into Terminal.

sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get install gtk2-engines-murrine ubuntu-mono light-themes gtk2-engines-aurora

* Done.

And the wallpaper..




Below are what the new official Radiance Theme will look like:

Order Your Ubuntu 10.04 Lucid Lynx Free CDs

Order Your Ubuntu 10.04 Lucid Lynx Free CDs [ShipIt]

Even though a lot of blogs wrote about ShipIt being open for some time, actually upon login you would get a "Shipit is currently closed" message.

But since a few minutes ago, Ubuntu ShipIt - a service by Canonical which provides free Ubuntu CDs everywhere in the world - is now open.




Please note: if you have a good Internet connection and a CD/DVD RW, don't order the CD as someone else might actually need it.


This being said, you can order your free Ubuntu 10.04 CD @ https://shipit.ubuntu.com

Kubuntu ShipIt is also available in case you want to order Kubuntu 10.04 Lucid Lynx. Visit https://shipit.kubuntu.org/

-from http://www.webupd8.org/search?updated-max=2010-04-27T11%3A21%3A00%2B03%3A00&max-results=10

Move Window Buttons Back to the Right in Ubuntu 10.04

Move Window Buttons Back to the Right in Ubuntu 10.04
-from the HowToGeek at http://www.howtogeek.com/tag/linux/

One of the more controversial changes in the Ubuntu 10.04 beta is the Mac OS-inspired change to have window buttons on the left side. We’ll show you how to move the buttons back to the right.

Before



While the change may or may not persist through to the April 29 release of Ubuntu 10.04, in the beta version the maximize, minimize, and close buttons appear in the top left of a window.

How to move the window buttons

The window button locations are dictated by a configuration file. We’ll use the graphical program gconf-editor to change this configuration file.

Press Alt+F2 to bring up the Run Application dialog box, enter “gconf-editor” in the text field, and click on Run.




The Configuration Editor should pop up.

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The key that we want to edit is in apps/metacity/general.

Click on the + button next to the “apps” folder, then beside “metacity” in the list of folders expanded for apps, and then click on the “general” folder.

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The button layout can be changed by changing the “button_layout” key. Double-click button_layout to edit it.

Change the text in the Value text field to:

menu:maximize,minimize,close

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Click OK and the change will occur immediately, changing the location of the window buttons in the Configuration Editor.

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Note that this ordering of the window buttons is slightly different than the typical order; in previous versions of Ubuntu and in Windows, the minimize button is to the left of the maximize button.

You can change the button_layout string to reflect that ordering, but using the default Ubuntu 10.04 theme, it looks a bit strange.

If you plan to change the theme, or even just the graphics used for the window buttons, then this ordering may be more natural to you.

After

After this change, all of your windows will have the maximize, minimize, and close buttons on the right.

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Ubuntu v 10.04 Lucid Lynx Beta 2 Screenshots

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