Fake Chargers Kill Battery: 4 Tips to Find the Right Charger and Cable for You
You may think that charging your phone consists of finding a cable with a plug that fits. Not so. Not all chargers are created equal. Is that cable killing your battery?
7 Ways You Can Use Linux to Organize Your Life
Whether it's juggling dates, recording a collection, overseeing tasks, or managing your finances, Linux has plenty of tools to organize your life.
Disposable vs. Rechargeable Batteries: How They Work and Which to Buy
How do batteries work? What's the difference between a disposable and a rechargeable one? Why do both still exist? Does it matter which type you use? We answer all of this and more.
Open Source vs. Free Software: What's the Difference and Why Does It Matter?
Many assume "open source" and "free software" mean the same thing but that's not true. It's in your best interest to know what the differences are.
Unity Explained: A Look at Ubuntu's Default Desktop Environment
If you're switching to Linux from Windows, you might choose Ubuntu. But despite it's versatility, Ubuntu comes with an unusual desktop environment, Unity. Don't be discouraged: it's simple to use!
7 Ways Linux Enhances Productivity for the Digital Minimalist
Minimalists feel that removing life's clutter creates space for what matters. These are some of the ways the freedom of open source software can help you simplify your digital life.
Does Linux Use Less RAM Than Windows?
It depends. Windows and Linux may not use RAM in exactly the same way, but they are ultimately doing the same thing. So which one uses less RAM?
10 Exclusive Linux Apps You Won't Find on Windows
Moving from Windows, you'll find there are plenty of apps you can use to supplant your old proprietary software. You'll even find a selection of impressive applications and tools exclusive to Linux.
It's Time to Try Something New: Elementary OS Loki
Elementary OS isn't your typical Linux distribution. Some would say it isn't a distro at all. But is Elementary really a usable alternative to Windows and macOS as its developers claim?
Do People Really Use That? 15 Weird Linux Operating System Names
Just why do Linux operating systems have such unusual and comical names? Ever wondered what Ubuntu, Fedora, or CrunchBang actually mean? It's time to find out.
How You Can Help Make 2017 the Year of the Linux Desktop
It doesn’t matter if Linux achieves world computing domination. What matters is that we can use it today, and it’s awesome -- and now is a great time to take the plunge!
How to Be Emotionally Intelligent (No Matter What)
Emotional intelligence is more important than IQ today. What emotions do you struggle with? Are stress and anxiety keeping you down? Or are you plagued by a never-ending sense of isolation.
Fedora 25 Has Arrived: Here's What's Changed
Fedora 25 delivers the latest from the GNOME project, but what's the story with the new display server, Wayland? Is the next generation display server really ready for prime time?
KDE Explained: A Look at Linux's Most Configurable Desktop Interface
What does Linux look like? Sometimes, Unity; other times, GNOME. Oftentimes, though, Linux runs KDE. If you're not using the erstwhile K Desktop Environment on your Linux PC, now is the time to change!
8 Things That Keep You Coming Back to Ubuntu
There is so much going on in the Linux world, from new features in GNOME Shell to the release of Plasma 5, and the amazing Elementary OS, so why do you stick with Ubuntu?
How to Install Unity 8 and Mir on Linux Ubuntu Right Now
In time, Unity 8 is expected to unify the Ubuntu experience across phones, tablets, and desktops, using the Mir display server. You can try both of them out today with Ubuntu 16.10 Yakkety Yak.
What Is Software Vendor Lock-In? (And How to Avoid It)
Software vendor lock-in is considered by some to be a big infringement on your rights as a consumer. But what is it? Why is it so bad? And how can you avoid it?
5 Ways to Experience KDE on Linux
KDE is an increasingly popular desktop environment, but are you getting the most out of it? If you think it's time to maximize your KDE experience, consider these five distributions,
5 Reasons Why Ubuntu 16.10 Yakkety Yak Is Worth a Look
A year on from Ubuntu 16.04 LTS, a new version has been released. But is the interim release, Ubuntu 16.10 Yakkety Yak, even worth installing? Or should you stick with your current Ubuntu version?
8 Ways to Stay Private While Using an Android Smartphone
Smartphones are made to give away a ton of data about you, but you can tweak your smartphone to make it much more private -- and you should.