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Board Elections 2024: New Board Members, New Chair
On June 24th the Linux Professional Institute (LPI) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at 1300 hours UTC. Since June 6th LPI members had been voting on a number of issues that the Canadian government requires them to vote on … Weiterlesen
11+ Gründe von Windows zu Linux zu wechseln
Dies ist eine aktualisierte Version eines Artikels, der ursprünglich im Oktober 2021 zur Veröffentlichung von Windows 11 veröffentlicht wurde. Im Oktober 2021 veröffentlichte Microsoft seine erste bedeutende neue Version von Windows seit mehr als sechs Jahren und vergab dieser Version … Weiterlesen
Cybersecurity Essentials: Identity and Privacy
In the vast and noisy digital universe we live in, managing online identities and all aspects related to digital privacy has become (pun not intended…) essential. While the approach might not be immediately straightforward, and kind of scary for non-experts, … Weiterlesen
Open Hardware Suitable for More and More Computing Projects
The term “open hardware” came into use several years after open source software. The first comprehensive and principled defense of free software, so far as I know, was the GNU Manifesto of 1983. In contrast, the term “open hardware” became … Weiterlesen
Why I Joined the LPI Board of Directors — Uirá Ribeiro
As a technologist, author, and trainer, I have devoted my career to bringing technology to people who lack access. I’ll explain in this article how joining the LPI Board of Directors contributes to my goals. Free and open source software … Weiterlesen
mundialis: Shaping OS Remote Sensing
Introducing mundialis, a company at the forefront of FOSS businesses, blending free geodata and open-source software in remote sensing. mundialis is known for its commitment to generating spatial information and developing tailored FOSS solutions. We spoke with Markus Neteler, Co-Founder … Weiterlesen
LPI Certifications and the Netherlands National Qualification Framework
Stichting Praktijkleren is a foundation that promotes vocational education in the Netherlands, formed almost twenty years ago by a group of schools here. Since then, every one of the Netherlands regional training centers (ROCs) have affiliated with us. Together with … Weiterlesen
“Tangible” Cybersecurity: Devices and Storage
This article is the fourth in our ongoing series on cybersecurity, authored by Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Member Simo Bertulli. In this installment, we go deeper into the realm of device and storage security, shedding light on fundamental principles and … Weiterlesen
Linux Shows What Computing Really Is: Jhenisson’s Journey
In the field of Information Technology, every professional has a unique journey that shapes their expertise and career path. In this blog posting, we meet Jhenisson Brito, an LPI-certified professional from Brazil. His story unveils the challenges, motivations, and pivotal … Weiterlesen
Why I Joined the LPI Board of Directors – Emmanuel Nguimbus
As a computer engineer with 12 years of experience in Africa, I joined the LPI Board to help LPI become the leader in the field of Linux certifications. I want to improve LPI’s marketing and increase the amount of translations … Weiterlesen
Learning Equality: Transforming Education through FOSS
In our series highlighting remarkable FOSS initiatives, we turn our attention to Learning Equality and their transformative platform, Kolibri. This innovative project tackles the critical issue of educational access, bridging the gap for learners in low-resource and disconnected environments. Through … Weiterlesen
SCaLE ’24 Between Open Source & Innovation
From March 14-17, the Pasadena Convention Center buzzed with the energy of SCaLE 21x – the premier open-source event in North America. Drawing over 3000 enthusiasts, developers, and professionals, SCaLE provided a platform for sharing, learning, and collaboration within the … Weiterlesen