lifelines
text-based genealogy software
LifeLines is a genealogy program that runs on UNIX systems in text mode. It
maintains genealogical records (persons, families, sources, events and
others) in a database, and generates reports from those records.
gpe-filemanager
file manager for GPE
gperiodic
periodic table application
GPeriodic is a small X/GTK+-based program which allows you to
browse through a periodic table of chemical elements, and view
somewhat detailed information on each of the elements.
118 elements are currently listed.
lightspeed
Shows how objects moving at relativistic speeds look like
Light Speed! is an OpenGL-based program which illustrates the effects of
special relativity on the appearance of moving objects. When an object
accelerates past a few million meters per second, these effects begin to
grow noticeable, becoming more and more pronounced as the speed of light
is approached. These relativistic effects are viewpoint-dependent, and
include shifts in length, object hue, brightness and shape.
linsmith
tool to generate Smith Charts
A Smith chart is a tool used in electrical engineering that
shows how the complex impedance of a transmission line varies along its
length, and simplifies the design of impedance matching networks to match
the line to its load.
viruskiller
Game about viruses invading your computer
Your computer has been invaded! Dozens of little viruses are pouring in via
security holes in Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft
MSN Messenger and Microsoft Recycle Bin! Using your trusty mouse you must
shoot the buggers before they can destroy your files! Some will steal them
from their home directories and take them back to their security hole. Others
will just eat them right there on the spot! See how long you and your computer
can survive the onslaught!