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Bertel King

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About Bertel King

Bertel works from an Android phone connected to a monitor and Bluetooth keyboard. He reads books in white text against a black OLED screen. He games with a chamshell controller. He watches video cast wirelessly to a 2-in-1 lapdock.

Having covered Android and Linux since 2013, contributing to sites like Android Police and MakeTechEasier before coming to MakeUseOf, Bertel has experienced directly how much tech has changed. He continues to help readers understand that change and make the most of it, writing for MakeUseOf and its sister site, How-To Geek.

Latest Articles

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5 Key Differences Between SteamOS and Arch Linux

Although SteamOS is technically based on Arch Linux, both these distros have less in common than you might think.

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5 Reasons Why Most People Choose to Stick With Linux on the Steam Deck

Installing Windows or any other Linux distro is possible on the Steam Deck. So why do most people choose not to replace the default SteamOS?

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Like the Steam Deck’s Desktop Mode? Here’s How to Get It on Your PC

The Steam Deck has a desktop mode that runs KDE Plasma. It feels fantastic for sure but can you get the same experience on your computer?

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6 Linux and Open-Source Technologies That Made the Steam Deck Possible

The development of Steam Deck wouldn't have been possible without these open-source and Linux-based technologies.

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How to Use KDE Discover to Manage Linux Apps, Widgets, and Much More

Fix all your software management woes with KDE Discover, a graphical software manager for the KDE desktop.

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6 Ways KDE Plasma Reminds You That Computing Can Be Fun

KDE Plasma puts the fun back in computing by offering you a customizable yet stable desktop for your PC.

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6 Benefits of Getting Your Computer From a Linux PC Maker

Although you can install Linux on your laptop for free, there are immense benefits to buying a Linux computer directly from a dedicated vendor.

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6 Reasons Why Many Linux Distros Don't Ship KDE by Default

When it comes to customizability, there's no other desktop that even comes close to KDE Plasma. So why don't more distributions ship KDE by default?

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Cable vs. Fiber vs. DSL Internet: Which One Is Better?

Cable, fiber, and DSL are three of the most common forms of broadband internet today. But which one is the best of the bunch? Here, we'll find out.

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6 Reasons Why Laptop Battery Size Matters

Manufacturers often talk about capacity, but what about the battery size?

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RAW vs. JPEG: Which Is Best for Your Photographs?

Should you shoot your photographs in RAW or JPEG? Here are the pros and cons of both formats, essential for photographers.

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5 Reasons for Regular People to Love the Linux Command Line

The Linux command line is a powerful tool that scares many casual users. But there are ample reasons for people to fall in love with the terminal.

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7 Ways Using Linux Helps You in a Hard Economy

You can expect Linux to stay with you and back you up, even when things go wrong financially.

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4 Must-Have Extensions for a More Complete GNOME Experience

These extensions are a must if you're looking to personalize GNOME to suit your preferences.

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5 Reasons Installing Fewer Apps Helps You Stay Safe

Do you really need another app on your device? You might think there's no harm in downloading apps to your heart's content, but you'd be wrong...

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5 Must-Have Smartphone Apps for Electric Car Owners

Own an electric car? You need a few apps to make the most of your experience. Here are the essentials for both Android and iOS.

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The 10 Best Color Picker and Color Management Apps for Linux

If you're working in the design industry, these color picker and color management Linux apps are a must for you.

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Manage GNOME Extensions Like a Pro With Extension Manager

There are several utilities to manage packages on Linux, but is there a similar tool for managing GNOME extensions? The answer is yes.

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risiOS: A Fedora-Based Linux Distro That Holds Your Hand

risiOS aims at making Fedora easy to use for everyone. Here's everything you need to know about it.

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What Is PureOS? A Look at Purism's OS for Laptops and Phones

PureOS is a Linux distro that powers all Purism laptops and smartphones. So is PureOS the right operating system for your device? Let's find out.

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