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File Watcher: Monitor Changes to Files and Folders

August 27, 2021 by Paul Salmon

File Watcher is a standalone, open source, C# application that I have developed to serve a purpose that I needed for my data files. In a nutshell, File Watcher allows me to monitor several paths on my Windows server for any changes to the files or folders within those paths. Once changes are detected, one of several functions can then be performed. These functions include: sending a notification via an API request, performing an action (copy, move, delete), or running a command – such as an executable.

What to Look for in the Best Open Source Search Engine

November 7, 2018 by Paul Salmon

Open source software promises a brighter future where everyone can use their creative talent together to improve the things that they use. Even though open source programs may not have the same immense popularity as some closed source applications, you’ll find many open source projects being worked on worldwide.

Open Source Community Celebrates as Microsoft Loses Majority Share

September 3, 2013June 10, 2013 by Paul Salmon

The open source community scored a major victory this year as the Android OS took the dominant position in mobile market share, easily beating Microsoft’s closed-source mobile phone platform. ZDNet reports that the Android climbed to 75 percent market share in the first quarter of 2013, after enjoying explosive growth. Even though this isn’t a Linux platform, it is very encouraging news for all open-source fans. It is an especially promising sign for the upcoming Ubuntu operating system for smartphones. Gearburn reports that Canonical Ltd. CEO and founder Mark Shuttleworth has announced that this new OS will begin shipping in October.

Ouya – An Open Source Next Gen Gaming Console?

February 28, 2014August 28, 2012 by Paul Salmon

You have to admire anyone willing to butt heads with the big boys of technology. That is exactly what a new innovative gaming platform is trying to do, and they want to do it with your money using the crowd-funding source Kickstarter. Ouya sounds crazy, but maybe in a good way.

Ouya is offering a low-cost gaming platform that is completely transparent. It seems a little unorthodox, but if you think about it, not really. Once upon a time, a programmer had an idea to develop an operating system that would give people something to build on. Part of the problem with the big boys is they like monopolize. This programmer saw that happening with Microsoft and decided to try to level the playing field by creating the Linux kernel.