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JT McGinty-

JT McGinty

About JT McGinty

JT is a tech industry veteran with more than 25 years of experience. From tech support to programming and system administration, he has done it all. He particularly enjoys teaching new users the freedom and power of Linux.

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How to Fix the Ubuntu Login Loop Issue

If you ever find your Ubuntu desktop stuck in a login loop, here's how to get out of it.

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Try Ubuntu Daily Builds on Windows With Ubuntu Preview for WSL

You can test the development branch of Ubuntu and stay on track with its new features by installing Ubuntu Preview using WSL.

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How to Find and Change Your DNS Server on Linux

Your internet speed is often affected by the DNS server you're using. Luckily, it's easy to change your current DNS server on Linux.

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Zinc: Making the Ubuntu Experience What It Should Be

Zinc is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution featuring the XFCE desktop, a new package manager, and out-of-the-box AppImage support.

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Nobara Linux: A Bleeding-Edge Gaming Distro for Linux Beginners

Nobara is a Fedora-based distribution that takes Linux gaming to the next level by offering relevant gaming-related configurations out of the box.

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Is Feren OS the New Best Linux Distro for Windows Users?

Feren OS is an easy-to-use Linux distro tailor-made for new users, especially for those transitioning from Windows to Linux.

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How to Quickly Change the Splash Screen on Fedora

The splash screen is a crucial aspect of your desktop. You can easily switch between multiple splash screens on Fedora, with only a few commands.

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How to Easily Rebase Fedora Silverblue to Any Available Version

Fedora Silverblue allows you to test different versions of the distro without reinstalling the operating system. Here's how.

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8 Things to Do Right After You Install Fedora Linux

You've installed Fedora. Now what? Here are some important things you should do right after your first boot to make your Linux experience comfortable.

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Document Your Java Code Automatically With Javadoc

Learn all about the built-in tool that can handle the toughest bits of documentation writing for you.

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How to Easily Upgrade Ubuntu to a New Beta Release

If you prefer running beta versions of Ubuntu instead of LTS, here's how to install the latest Ubuntu beta release on your machine.

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The 8 Best Linux Apps for Photographers

Capture and create beautiful photographs on Linux using these eight apps specially developed for photographers.

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The 10 Best Linux Apps for Musicians

Get your creative juices flowing and produce some beats on Linux using these must-have apps for musicians.

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How to Easily Upgrade to the Latest Fedora Beta Version

Fedora is a bleeding-edge distro and offers beta versions for its latest releases. Here's how to upgrade your system to any beta version of Fedora.

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How to Easily Upgrade to Fedora Workstation 36

As we inch closer to the final release of Fedora Workstation 36, learn how you can easily update your Fedora system to the latest version.

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How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 22.04 LTS

For those who are already running Ubuntu on their machine, here's how you can upgrade to the latest version: 22.04 "Jammy Jellyfish."

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The 8 Best Free Flatpak Games Available on Linux

Looking to get stuck into some great, free Linux-friendly games? We've got the list for you. Let's dive in.

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7 Privacy-Focused Alternatives to Common Linux Software

Maintain privacy and keep your desktop safe by installing privacy-oriented alternatives to popular applications on Linux.

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How to Install MX Linux on Your PC

Installing MX Linux is as easy as installing any other Linux distro on your computer. Here's a detailed guide to assist you through the process.

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How to Install and Configure Pop!_OS on a PC

Pop!_OS is one of the best distributions for Linux newcomers. Here's how you can easily install Pop!_OS on your machine.

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