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Nokia has recently released the source code for its Python for S60 at Sourceforge.net. The source code is covered under Apache version 2 and Python open source license. This move will hopefully enable developers to learn and understand more about Nokia python implementations thus easing up module/extensions development.
Python for S60 SIS file and its source code and be downloaded from : Pys60 project page at Sourceforge.net
GRUB (GRand Unified Boot) loader is a boot loader for multiple operating system. It is one of the most popular bootloader for GNU/Linux operating system (the other is LILO). GRUB flexibility and easy-to-configure boot parameter has made it the default choice for most of GNU/Linux distros.
This article highlights yet another GNU GRUB usefulness in booting GNU/Linux inside a portable USB Flash drive : Installing GRUB on a USB flash memory key
Diff and patch are two separate tool that are often use together, particularly in software development. The use of these tools can ease up the process of recording differences and applying changes between two files.
diff is a tool that can be use to create a “diff” or “patch” file that contains differences between two files. Though diff can write into many different format, most people will prefer the unified format as it is easier to work with.
patch is another tool that complements diff, it will apply the differences in the “patch” file to the target file. Think of it is a way to “patch” your old files with newer modifications.
The guide below is the simplest way to use diff and patch. Though the information provided here is incomplete, I believe it can get you started in using them in your project.
The basic use of diff is,
diff -u original.txt modified.txt > file.patch
If you want to use diff against two source tree, the command is,
diff -rupN original modified > program.patch
To apply the patch, change into the same directory as the unmodified file and execute
patch < file.patch
This is how to apply patch to an entire directory,
patch -p0 < program.patch
Patch applied can be simply removed by adding the -R switch,
patch -p0 -R < program.patch
patch -R < file.patch
For the explanation of using the -p
Other reference : LinuxJournal
I don’t know if anybody has done this, but I’ve hack a Mozilla search plugin for Ittutor forum. Ittutor is a Malaysian forum that focuses on computer related topic and other discussions.
This search plugin is to be use from within Mozilla suite or Mozilla Firefox browser, or any browser that supports Mozilla Mycroft extension
You can get it here : Forum Ittutor Search Plugin
UWIN (Unix for Windows) is a collection of softwares created by AT&T Laboratories can be seen as an alternative to Cygwin. UWIN provides a unix-like environment for windows, complete with unix-emulation api and Korn shell.
UWIN is generally useful for developers who wants to compile certain unix applications in windows. Much like Cygwin, UWIN contains a DLL file POSIX.DLL that provides substantial unix API functionality instead of windows built-in posix layer. UWIN package also include files and unix development tools such as C compiler (but not gcc, obviously!).
The unix-environment also comes with Korn shell (AT&T ksh) and various other standard unix utilities which brings you the right unix-like environment in your Windows system.
You can download UWIN from AT&T AST/UWIN open source downloads.. UWIN is licensed under Common Public License 1.0.
p/s: this may be a great environment for those who wants to try out Unix environment without GNU stuff (even without gcc!).
If you are particular about using Free Software, then you might appreciate Gnash, a free implementation of Flash player. Gnash is compatible with Flash version 7, and implements all ActionScript classes. Though not all of the classes are implemented, Gnash is the best of the free (as in freedom) flash player available.
Gnash flash player will be available as a standalone player or as a Mozilla Firefox plugin. Although haven’t been released, Gnash sources can be obtained through CVS access from Savannah project.
The Gnash project website : http://www.gnu.org/software/gnash/
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