The Dell Mini and 2G RAM
It seems when ordering from Dell, the Dell Mini memory options are limited to 1G RAM. I understand this is due to some licensing issues with Windows XP and the Dell Mini easily supports 2G of RAM. I decided to check out my favorites computer parts supplier, NewEgg and found...
Why I Use TextMate
I have been using TextMate from MacroMates for the past couple years for Ruby and Rails development on the Mac, and very happy with it. I occasionally do Ruby work on Windows and have settled on E Text Editor, which is basically a clone of TextMate, including its bundling capabilities....
Dell Mini BIOS Upgrade without Windows XP Installed
DISCLAIMER: Do this at your own risk, it worked for me. I have experience with this type of update so I may overlook some minute details so BE CAREFUL.
Dell Mini Resources
Since receiving my Dell Mini back in September I have found some nice resources pop-up over the past couple months that have been updated on a regular basis and have good community support. I just wanted to share these for folks who may not be aware of them.
Installing Ruby 1.8.6 on Ubuntu 8.10
I recently installed the latest release of Ubuntu, 8.10. I wanted to setup my Dell Mini to do some on-the-road Ruby development so I tried:
Installing Ubuntu 8.10 on the Dell Mini
I ordered a Dell Mini 910 as soon as Dell announced they were ready and I was impressed with it right away. The one I ordered came with Windows XP because Dell did not offer Ubuntu with much RAM or SSD storage.
Great Professional Ruby Conference Coverage
I was supposed to be in Boston this week at the Voices that Matter Professional Ruby Conference, but due to client obligations it looks like I will not be there but I have found some great coverage from Nick Quaranto of the Litany Against Fear blog.