Monthly Archives: May 2010

A little Linux success

Posted on May 26, 2010 by admin

After ranting about how difficult it was to install Linux on the blade (vs IBM i), I was hoping I’d get some quick resolution.  However, the scenario ended up like this: The VIOS folks tossed it over the wall to … Continue reading →

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The easiest partition on a JS12 blade (is NOT Linux)

Posted on May 19, 2010 by admin

A few months back I participated in the IBM i 7.1 beta program and I absolutely marveled at how ridiculously simple it was to install i5/OS on a new partition.  Create the partition, activate it, use Operations Console to connect, … Continue reading →

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Nothing to fear but … change itself…

Posted on May 17, 2010 by admin

There are few things that strike fear into the heart of a small business owner than changing Internet or telephone service providers.  These days those two are usually linked so the double fear factor looms when such a change is … Continue reading →

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A successful Common Experience

Posted on May 12, 2010 by admin

The 1960’s returned, for a few days at least, during the Common Conference and meeting and 50th anniversary celebration in Orlando. If you didn’t attend, you missed a great conference. I’d say this: If you didn’t attend for economic reasons … Continue reading →

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