About David Rutland
David is a freelance writer with a background in print journalism, and a love of Free and Open Source Software. He has been using Linux since the early 2000s, and is a regular contributor to Linux Format magazine in the UK. He runs a range of sites and services from a Raspberry Pi perched precariously atop his living room couch, and never passes up a chance to take a stray edX course to better his understanding of technology, humanity, and other, related matters.
David is a terrible guitar player, and he spends his free time touring the British Isles, off-grid, with his caravan and dogs. Occasionally, he writes books. No-one likes them. See what he's up to at davidrutland.com
How to View Maps in Your Linux Terminal With MapSCII
If you're a terminal-dweller, you can have the entire world plotted for you within the command line using MapSCII, a CLI map renderer for Linux.
How to Use Siren to Play Music Without Leaving Your Terminal
Get rid of all the distractions by playing music inside your Linux terminal with Siren.
How to Set Up Keylogging on Your Linux Computer
Keep track of all the keystrokes and input by installing Simple Keylogger on your Linux machine.
How to Download YouTube Videos on Linux Using yt-dlp
yt-dlp is a command-line tool that lets you download YouTube videos and playlists to save them offline for later. Here's how to use it on Linux.
Ghostwriter Could Be the Tool You Need to Write a Novel
Writing a novel is difficult, but it doesn't need to be. Ghostwriter is one tool that can help you.
Don't Tell People Your Password, Even If They Ask Nicely
Complex scams aren't necessary when many people will give over their information if asked nicely enough.
How to Create a Cool Photo Mosaic on Linux With Polyfoto
If you've got a lot of images that you want to turn into a photo mosaic, consider installing Polyfoto, a CLI tool to generate photo mosaics on Linux.
How to Access Wikipedia Without Ever Leaving the Linux Terminal
It's easy to access and read Wikipedia articles using the Linux terminal when you need to.
What Is Fake Ransomware and Should You Be Worried About It?
Even if you pay the ransom, your files may be gone for good. Is there any way to know whether you can get your data back?
Do You Really Need to Shut Down Your Linux PC?
Linux servers run for days, months, and even years on end. Does the same hold true for Linux desktops?
How Do Thieves Steal Your Vehicle and How Can You Protect Your Car?
Thieves can use your keyless entry and ignition system to steal your car. So how do they do this? And how can you stop them?
You Can Now Install TUXEDO OS on a Regular Computer: Here’s How
TUXEDO OS is an operating system developed specifically for hardware sold by TUXEDO. But now, you can install it on any non-TUXEDO device as well.
How to Use Log2Ram on Linux to Save Wear and Tear on Your Disks
Continuous logging and read/write operations can harm your storage disks. Install Log2Ram on your Linux desktop to improve the lifespan of your disks.
Lazarus Malware Targets Tech Jobseekers: Here's What You Need to Know
If you're looking for a job via LinkedIn, you could be targeted by scammers looking to take control of your device and data.
7 Reasons You Shouldn't Use Neeva, the New "Tracker-Free" Search Engine
Neeva is the "first private, ad-free search engine" with "no tracking". But does that mean it's safe to use?
The Best Fediverse Servers to Create Your Own Online Community
Why stick to commercial social networks when you can build your own online community in the Fediverse? Discover the best servers to use.
Brave Blocks Irritating Cookie Consent Banners: What It Means for You
If you use the Brave browser, you can maintain your privacy (and stop seeing those annoying GDPR warnings) at the click of a button.
Regolith Is the Perfect Introduction to Tiling Window Managers on Linux
If you want to switch to a tiling window manager without having to go through a steep learning curve, Regolith is the Linux distro for you.
What Is Harly Malware on the Google Play Store?
This Trojan malware silently signs you up to expensive subscription services to empty your bank account. Here's what you need to know.
Why Google Is Banned From Danish Classrooms
A school gave an eight-year-old a YouTube account without his parent's permission—now Google is banned from Danish classrooms. Here's why.