:: Shell-Shocked :: Issue #4

Editorial by Ravindra Maharaj (Ravi)

Here we are again, after a bit-more-than-brief hiatus! Hope you all enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed putting it together!

Announcement: Shell and Customisation Newsfeeds by
Ravindra Maharaj (Ravi)

Newsfeeds from several shell and customisation sites! Maybe worth bookmarking, and visiting every now and again? Your call - check it out!

News-Letter by Dan Browder (az)

A lot has happened since the last issue. Our narcoleptic news-master fills us in. Don't forget to write back!

Interview: Johan Klos (Maestr0) by Christian Buffin
(jesus_mjjg)

You'll probably try his theme soon, or read about him in someone else's credits. Get the scoop on this friendly Dutch guy before he becomes famous!

Theme: Amiga HLE v1.0 by starfire reviewed by Sunny
Saxena (143lsstep)

143lsstep does the usual thorough review of this true masterpiece. Inspired by the Amiga OS, it's visually appealing yet functional.

Review: tin_omen's tinsplash by Sunny Saxena
(143lsstep) and Ravindra Maharaj (Ravi)

Ever wondered how to create those snazzy looking splash screens? Well the answer is here!

Article: Max bang per buck by Alan Martin

The first of a three part series centered around shells. Herein lies some great tips on getting the best performance out of your (old) machine. An excellent piece on minimalism.

Tutorial: Take email into your own hands by Allie Martin

Tired of managing multiple email accounts? Ever had problems delivering your email? Here's a resource friendly and free way to do away with those problems.

Theme: tenebrae by Maestr0 reviewed by Stijn
Rombouts (wiseguy)

Maestr0 does it again! You're not going to believe some of the comments on this "theme" (and I use that word loosely). "Revolutionary", "mind-blowing", "one of the top 5 themes" are some of the phrases I've heard used to describe this baby. Definitely worth downloading and playing around with!

Interview: Christian Buffin (jesus_mjjg) by Ravindra
Maharaj (Ravi)

After our meeting (see next item) I decided to interview this coder. To say that it was interesting would be an understatement!

Special: Real-life encounters Ravindra Maharaj (Ravi)

Ever met someone from the scene in real life? Share your stories with us here - I've started you off with my own meeting!

The Liter Side by Brian Wolven

Quite the collection this issue -- Brian hasn't been idle at all! Things take a religious turn.