The new computers feature Ubuntu Linux and have been designed specifically for organizations in emerging markets. The focus is on affordability and maintainability. For example, they take advantage of integrated graphics capabilities of Intel processors and do not provide options for more advanced graphics systems. In India the A840 laptop computer with a Celeron 560 processor will be offered for about 22,000 rupees (US $522). Read more...

This game offers fun and entertainment at various levels. In its simplest form you shoot artillery from your tank at your enemies, trying to blow up as many as you can. Unlike the original DOS game Scorched Earth, which was the motivation behind this game, Scorched 3D provides three-dimensional graphics and sound. It features a 3D island and a large choice of landscapes and weapons. Read more...

If you thought there is no useful digital video editor for Linux think again. Kino is shaping up to be a great free and open-source alternative to programs like Windows Movie Maker. It offers easy and reliable digital video editing for the GNU/Linux desktop, and works well with IEEE-1394 to capture digital video and provide video tape recorder control. Read more...

With KAlarm you can schedule an alarm message not only by setting a particular time, but alternatively by specifying the amount of time between now and when the alarm is supposed to occur. For example, if you put something on the stove that needs to cook for 20 minutes, you simply set the time interval to 20 minutes. You don't need to first figure out what time it is in 20 minutes and then enter that time as you would when using a calendar program. Read more...