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Tethering BlackBerry with Linux on AT&T

Tether your Linux box to the internet using your AT&T BlackBerry with just a basic BlackBerry plan and some simple software tweaks - no fancy tethering plan required! You'll need to install PPP and Barry, then edit a few config files to get started. With a little command-line magic, you'll be browsing in no time!

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Swarthy Unleashed

Swarthy Unleashed
Get ready to tap into your inner brewer and conjure up a pint of Swarthy, a smooth amber ale that's as close to a lager as you can get without actually being one. With its amazing bouquet and balanced flavor, this beer is sure to become your new favorite brew. So grab your ingredients and start brewing - cheers to a delicious Swarthy!

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Backpacking in the South Bay

Backpacking in the South Bay
Get ready for some serious outdoor adventure in the South Bay! Henry Coe State Park and Big Basin State Park are just a few of the awesome destinations that offer great backpacking trips, stunning scenery, and exciting challenges - just watch out for those pesky ticks and poison oak!

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Keeping a Gentoo Install Up-To-Date

Tired of your Gentoo boxes being outdated? Follow these ridiculously detailed steps to keep them spick and span, from syncing and updating to rebuilding and depcleaning - and don't forget to check the docs and forums for troubleshooting tips!

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Setting up SMTP-AUTH in Gentoo

Get ready to authenticate like a pro! This guide walks you through setting up sendmail with SASL for SMTP authentication, complete with USE flags, pem files, and PAM configs. Just don't forget to start those services!

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