Open Source

Greeting Family,

The importance of the term "Open Source" is very important as we move further into the world of technology.This article will provide an over view as well resources for the community to build on to continually learn what it is and how effective open source models can be. For a more detailed look, check out this free wikibooks on Open Source. Below you will also find a list of different open source list as well as the wiki portal for all free and open software. Please use these resources as best you can and if you have challenges around the subject matter, ping us at Just Right Technology and answers will be provided.

Some of our primary suggestions:

Software: Ubuntu (Website) (Definition)
Hardware: Arduino (Website) (Definition)



Lists

List of commercial open-source applications


List of open-source healthcare software


List of open-source software packages


List of open-source video games


List of trademarked open-source software


List of open source Android applications


Terms based on open source


Open-source-appropriate technology


Open-source economics


Open Source Ecology


Open-source governance


Open-source hardware


Open Source Initiative


Open-source license


Open-source political campaign


Open-source record label


Open-source religion


Open-source robotics


Open-source software


Open-source movement


Other


Open Sources: Voices from the Open Source Revolution (book)


Business models for open source software


Collaborative intelligence


Commons-based peer production


Commercial open-source applications


Community source


Digital freedom


Diseconomy of scale


Embrace, extend and extinguish


Free Beer


Free software


Gift economy


Glossary of legal terms in technology


Halloween Documents


Linux


Network effect


Open access (publishing)


Open content


Open data


Open design


Open format


Open implementation


Open innovation


OpenJDK


Open research


Open security


OpenSolaris


Open Source Lab (book)


Comparison of open source and closed source


Open system (computing)


Open standard


OpenDWG


Openness


Shared source


Vendor lock-in

IT Literacy

Greetings All,

A huge part of the purpose that Brother Jason is committed to executing through Just Right Technology is improvement of our customers information technology literacy. One way we have done that is through honest advice during a service call. Making sure that the client can prevent future problems from recurring again.

The next step in that approach are online classes, videos, and quizzes to track your progress. If you would like to receive access to this information please send us an e-mail: infor@justrighttechnology.com

Password Creation in 2 easy steps

Greetings all,

 I wanted to share a quick example of password creation. This information is meant for Afrikans that struggle with proper password creation and remembering passwords that are too complex because of the rules of certain sites.

1. Always write them down before typing them in.

Writing down things to remember them is not a tactic for elders alone. Our minds are constantly limited by our environment and therefore perform at a lower rate. But with some careful observation of your mental abilities and practice you can improve over time. So please write it down before typing it in.

2. KISS – Keep it simply sophisticated.

The best way to keep it simple and sophisticated is by using one password but in different formats. For example:

Use the word apple and a three digit number like 789 only a few different ways.

Apple_789

aPPLE_789

Apple7_89

7Apple8_9

Hope fully this will help create a strong password that is easy to remember but ultimately you won’t forget because you wrote it down and the mind is exercising by holding on to the variations mentioned above.

FREE Alternative to Windows XP retirement

Well, if you have read the news or worst if you still had Windows XP on April 8^th, 2014 then you probably had a not so pleasant experience using your PC. Maybe some viruses or malware that is taking resources and slowing that the PC.

As always there is good news and bad news. The bad is that you will have to upgrade if you want the unpleasant cyber attacks to stop. The good news is that there is upgrade option that might cost you a penny.

Welcome to the world of Linux, a very popular open source alternative operating system. Not only is it free to download but it has many options (distributions) that offers different packages. So please check out the links above and continue to subscribe to this blog and as always contact us at info@justrighttechnology.com if you have any questions or would like more assistance learning about Linux.

Windows XP Retirement

Greetings all,

Just a quick announcement concerning your operating system. Many of us are not aware of the varies industry changes that take place day to day unless you are in fact a part of the flow of that industry. Here at Just Right Technology I make sure to stay up to date with the many technology products/services that can benefit my clients. Unfortunately not many of these clients are effectively using technology to their advantage but in 2014 Just Right Technology is committed to changing that.

Please read this eos(end of support) letter below from Microsoft concerning Windows XP and you have any questions, you can contact us at info@justrighttechnology.com or fill out a quote request

THE MICROSOFT EOS 

Change Platform/Environment (Online V. Offline)

A change in platform and/or environment can create a new persona, image, or prospective for any business entity. For years we have seen similar shifts take place for individuals when moving from high school to college, from one job to another job, or from one relationship to another. This change of environment for a business means a potential shift for the owner/s as well. The new platform and/or environment comes with feelings of motivation and inspiration coupled with attractive features like new members and new circumstances. For this reason we must be mindful of our results in the present platform and/or environment before jumping forward to something else.

Many Afrikan(Black) business owners are expecting great success from marketing/advertising online through social media/networking sites that offer billions of users at their disposal. This challenge of succeeding online takes some finesse but can be accomplished if you remember the philosophical argument that art imitates life or the opposed idea that life actually imitates art.

Actual picture of hand holding a hammer beside a drawing of the same.

Regardless of your position it is safe to say that certain aspects of what exist in one exist in the other. The major point here is that before one can dominate the world online media/networking sites from a business prospective, you must first have some experience in dominating the very real offline community of attracting customers and working with other business entities, kwk.

Below is a split photo of the Owner and Creator of Pharaonic Brand Designs. This company is not a client of mine but is a prime example of how to run a strong campaign whether you are online or offline. The photo to the right shows the owner offline interacting with his customers, wearing his product as well as promoting his brand. The same approach is taken online with the companies facebook page where he interacts with clients by putting a spotlight on photos of them wearing Pharaonic products and where he continues to promote his brand. This is the reason Pharaonic Brand Designs has almost 1600 likes and continues to grow.

As Afrikan(Black) business owners you have to center your energy on practical goals in order to channel the energy in the proper direction. As an experienced IT consultant I would suggest focusing on one social media/networking site and mirror your efforts online to match your efforts offline. For practical solutions custom fit for your business please inbox me at info@justrighttechnology.com or leave a message at 718-989-5754

Peace and Blessings

Wordpress Themes

Wordpress is one of the more popular CMS (Content Management Systems) platforms available for novice and intermediate users for creating, managing, and marketing your own blog website. The system is effective and has popular functionality features that are used across many management systems i.e. easy yo use widgets and automatic appearance changes which make the control panel attractive and easy to use.

Today I want to discuss what to consider before picking a theme for your wordpress site.

Side Note: We will assume that prior to reading the above statements; you are familiar with Wordpress and understand some of task associated the back end control panel. If that is not the case, please contact a professional (someone like me) that will handle your installation and maintenance. Below are some quick points to help you make a good choice.

First, let’s choose an appropriate theme type to filter down your theme search unless, you like looking at the 100s of templates that are available online. 

Another Side Note: One site that I like to use for theme selections is templatemonster which offers themes for many platforms as well as many filter options which makes searching very quick and easy.

Now, once you have filtered through some themes and found some that interest you, make sure to pay attention to extra offers beside the theme itself. Although the extra offers are not malicious it can be easy to confuse the price for just the theme alone, so pay attention. The theme price should be moderately priced between $75 to $135 dollars depending on where you shop.

A nice feature to look for is a demo or preview option which allows you to test out the functionality of the theme before purchase. I can not stress the importance of carefully inspecting any demo to ensure that what you see is what you get.

Another good idea is checking out what design styles are popular or in heavy use because riding a wave will keep your future site present with the times. It also may give you some insight into how to market your blog.

Lastly, do not make a decision after one sitting of search time. Please make sure to exhaust the options where premium themes are concerned because the last thing you want is to select a theme and hate it the next day.

Don't forget to check any links on the page and always free feel to contact Just Right Technology with technology related concerns.