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Wine 8.0 Boosts Linux Gaming, 32-Bit App Support

David Delony — Tue, 24 Jan 2023 19:30:02 GMT

The developers of Wine have announced version 8.0 of the Linux Windows compatibility layer. The new version boosts support for 32-bit Windows apps on 64-bit machines as well as 3D graphics acceleration.

How to Install and Play GOG Games on Linux

Teo Elizalde — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 21:00:15 GMT

Gaming on Linux has made great strides in the last few years. Gone are the days when playing Steam or GOG games on Linux was unimaginable. Playing GOG's huge library of games on your Linux machine is not only possible—it's also surprisingly easy.

What Is Proton GE and How Does It Improve Game Compatibility on SteamOS and Linux?

Teo Elizalde — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 20:00:15 GMT

Valve's Proton compatibility layer allows Windows games to run on Linux. While it was specially built for the Steam Deck, Proton benefits Linux gaming as a whole. But Proton isn't perfect. It can't run every single Windows game.

Zorin OS 16.2 Lands With Enhanced Windows App Support

David Delony — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 18:34:23 GMT

The Zorin Group has announced the availability of Zorin OS 16.2. The Ubuntu-based distribution offers a greater ability to run Windows applications on the system.

How to Install and Use Proton GE on SteamOS and Linux

Teo Elizalde — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 13:45:15 GMT

Proton GE is a bleeding-edge version of Steam's Proton. It adds many patches and fixes ahead of main Proton releases. Proton GE even has a counterpart for non-Steam games called Wine GE. Many Linux gamers consider Proton GE and Wine GE to be essential software for Linux gaming.

How to Play Windows Games on Linux

Elijah Drown — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 21:00:14 GMT

Playing Windows games on Linux is becoming easier thanks to the Linux community, Valve, and Proton GE. Most games on your Steam library now need no, or very little, tweaking to get running smoothly.

How to Run Windows Software on Linux With Bottles

Nitin Jangid — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 21:00:14 GMT

Linux is unquestionably the best operating system that offers a highly secure and reliable environment. However, Linux always gets a backlash because of the lack of software support.

Proton 7.0-3 Release Boosts Linux, Steam Deck Game Compatibility, but Will It Entice Gamers to Switch to Linux?

David Delony — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 18:28:10 GMT

Valve Software, the creator of the popular Steam PC gaming platform and hit titles like Half-Life and Portal, has announced the release of Proton 7.0-3, improving Linux compatibility with Windows games. The release will enhance the Steam Deck's compatibility with existing games.

Linux Gamers, Rejoice! Wine 7.8 Lands With Major Driver Enhancements

David Delony — Mon, 09 May 2022 19:02:13 GMT

The Wine project has released development version 7.8, which arrives with some tweaks to drivers that could make Windows games work better on Linux. The move could ultimately make Linux more attractive to gamers, including on Valve's Steam Deck.

5 Ways to Play Old Windows and DOS Games on Your Mac

Tim Brookes — Tue, 12 Apr 2022 10:45:13 GMT

So you want to play classic Windows and DOS games on your Mac, but you’re unsure where to begin. Fortunately, there are quite a few options open to you if you’re craving classics like Thief, Age of Empires 2, and Unreal Tournament but have made the switch to Apple hardware.

Can Linux Run Windows EXE Files?

Deepesh Sharma — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 20:00:11 GMT

Users who have recently migrated from Windows to Linux often wonder if they can run Windows apps and programs on their new system. The answer to this affects a user's perspective of Linux in general, since operating systems should be easy to use and at the same time, welcoming to the idea of running different file formats.

How to Install Wine on Ubuntu to Run Windows Software

Deepesh Sharma — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 13:30:53 GMT

When Windows users start using Linux, the major problem that they face is the unavailability of certain software. But with the help of a compatibility layer like Wine, you can use Windows applications on Linux easily.

The 5 Best Virtual Machine Apps for Mac (Great for Running Windows)

Nicole Rennolds — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 18:00:50 GMT

Even if you prefer to work on a Mac, there's a chance that you'll need to run some Windows-only apps on your system eventually. You may even need to run another OS, like Linux, on your Mac.

Why Robolinux Is the Best Linux for Windows Users

Bertel King — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 19:00:00 GMT

Most versions of Linux that cater to Window users do so by providing a familiar interface. You get an app menu in the bottom left, a taskbar across the bottom, a system tray in the bottom right, and buttons where you expect them.

How to Run Windows Apps on Android With Wine

Christian Cawley — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 11:00:00 GMT

Ever wanted to run Windows software on your Android device? Probably not... but what if you could? What if your Android device could finally act as a Windows desktop replacement, simply by running Windows software?

The 5 Best Photoshop Alternatives You Can Run on Linux

Christian Cawley — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 21:00:00 GMT

Looking for a way to run Photoshop on Linux? You might have some image editing tasks, photos that need enhancing, or basic painting to complete. But Adobe Photoshop isn't on Linux. So, what's the alternative? Is there an equivalent to Photoshop for Linux?

How to Install Windows Software on Raspberry Pi Using Wine

Christian Cawley — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 01:00:00 GMT

Want to run Windows software on your Raspberry Pi? It's an ambitious proposition, but now possible for a small number of apps. To find out how easy this is, I set up Eltechs ExaGear software onto a Raspberry Pi 3.

How to Install Windows Programs and Games on Chromebooks

Mihir Patkar — Tue, 20 Feb 2018 21:00:00 GMT

Now that all new Chromebooks run Android apps, let's turn our gaze to running PC programs. And with a new app called CrossOver for Chrome OS, you can install several Windows software on your Chromebook.

How to Use Vineyard to Run Windows Apps on Linux

Moe Long — Thu, 14 Dec 2017 18:00:00 GMT

Linux is an awesome operating system landscape with a smattering of distributions for all purposes. There are tons of motivations for switching, from monetary savings to learning new skills, and simply supporting the open-source community.

What Is Mono and How Does It Help Windows Switchers New to Linux?

Austin Luong — Wed, 18 Oct 2017 17:00:00 GMT

Linux is many things. It's the core component of a great number of distributions, the shoulders on which a large mobile platform stands on, and better than other, more popular operating systems (definitely not an opinion).

The End of Pipelight: How You Can Keep It Running on Linux

Austin Luong — Tue, 08 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

While Linux is awesome, not being able to run Windows programs can be a bit of a problem at times. Not having Microsoft Office on Linux, for example, can be a deal breaker for many people wanting to make the switch. Pipelight helped to solve this problem to some extent, letting you install Windows only browser plugins such as Silverlight on Linux. But this program is now deprecated.

Wine Programs Not Working? Try These Steps

Austin Luong — Fri, 30 Dec 2016 19:00:00 GMT

Wine provides Linux users with the ability to run Windows software outside of the domain of Microsoft. As such, it can aid your transition away from Windows, less bound by platform exclusive software.

How to Play Retro Windows Games on Linux

Moe Long — Fri, 23 Sep 2016 01:00:00 GMT

We all love gaming, and there's certainly no shortage of eye-candy spawning from major studios and indie developers alike. But there's something so satisfying about revisiting a retro title, like catching up with an old friend after many years apart. Think those ancient games have gone the way of the AOL CD?

7 Paid Linux App Alternatives That Are Worth the Money

Joel Lee — Mon, 01 Feb 2016 19:00:00 GMT

We all know Linux as a bastion of open source software, and that's one reason why the Linux community is flooded with thousands of free apps and programs. Unfortunately, a lot of these free projects are redundant, dead, or just plain bad.

How to Run Windows Apps & Games with Linux Wine

Justin Pot — Mon, 28 Dec 2015 20:00:00 GMT

You're a new Linux user. Maybe you're a Windows XP refugee, maybe you're not on board with Windows 10, or maybe you're just someone who enjoys playing around with new operating systems.

Top 6 Ways To Get Your iTunes Experience On Linux

Danny Stieben — Sun, 05 Apr 2015 16:00:00 GMT

As you're getting used to Linux (potentially as your new main operating system), you'll eventually try to find a way to efficiently manage your music. iTunes comes to mind because it's been the most popular way to manage music over the years, but you'll quickly find out that iTunes isn't available natively on Linux. Plus, better ways exist to manage your music now that it's 2015.

Using Wine to Play Games On Linux? Here's Why You Should Switch To Steam Right Now

Danny Stieben — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 23:31:30 GMT

In the last couple of months, Steam has been getting a lot of attention. Not necessarily because of the games that it's been carrying, but because of its expanding support of different operating systems. If you haven't heard already, Steam has made official plans to support Linux, and has already made substantial progress with their beta Linux client. It really won't be too long before the Steam client is stable, so all that would be left to do is port games over to Linux.

Listen To Your Music In Spotify For Free Without Wine [Linux]

Justin Pot — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 01:31:54 GMT

Do you love Spotify's free version, but tired of needing Wine just to listen to the music? Good news - Spotify now offers a free version specifically for Linux users. Or at least, users of Debian, Ubuntu and their variants. Sorry Fedora fans.

An Idiot's Guide to Installing Photoshop CS5 on Ubuntu 10.04

Tim Brookes — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:30:30 GMT

A few weeks ago, I installed Ubuntu 10.04 on a spare partition. I'd dabbled with Linux before, mainly through a Knoppix Live CD many moons ago but working at MakeUseOf, it's often hard to ignore some of the great articles aimed at Linux users and these ultimately made Ubuntu quite an attractive proposition. That, and I could install it through Windows, reboot and enjoy!

How to Run Windows Programs on Your Mac Using WineBottler

Jeffry Thurana — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 13:30:01 GMT

Will you agree with me if I said, "Being popular isn't always better."? However, popularity does provide some privileges like a wider choice of options and more freedom to choose.

Run Windows Applications on Linux (or Mac) With WINE

Varun Kashyap — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:01:40 GMT

There are thousands and thousands of applications available for Linux, and even more being developed as you read this. As much as I love Linux and Open Source, sometimes you happen to love a Windows application so much that you wonder if only this was available on Linux I would completely switch. It has happened to me in the past when I would switch over into Windows to play Counter Strike and Half Life and some people also wanted Photoshop on Linux because the GIMP requires some adjusting to on the interface.