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Why You Should Try Switching Linux Operating Systems
Switching regularly between different Linux operating systems (distro hopping) lets you try out a new way to use your computer and carries many benefits.
How to Set Up an Emoji Keyboard on Linux
Linux lacks easy emoji input. Several tools are available to resolve this problem, and they're all easy to install, set up, and use. In fact, you'll be typing emojis in no time!
5 Electron Apps for Linux You Should Try Today
Programs written using the Electron framework don't have the best reputations, but among the poor apps you'll find some good ones. Here are several Electron-based Linux apps you should install.
7 Great (But Ugly) Linux Software Programs
Linux and its apps known for their utilitarian bent. Linux software programs might be great, but their looks can take some getting used to.
Should You Use a Window Manager as Your Desktop Environment?
The Linux desktop is hugely configurable, from themes to a whole new environment. And if you want a lightweight desktop experience, you can even use a window manager as your desktop environment.
How Every Operating System Keeps You Safe
Some operating systems are claimed to be unsafe. But what does that even mean? Here's how your operating system protects you from top to bottom.
The Electron Open Framework and Why It's Awesome for Apps Development
These days, there are many types of desktop devices and operating systems. Getting programs that work on all of them can be a challenge. Electron open framework solves this problem.
What Is Mono and How Does It Help Windows Switchers New to Linux?
Switching from Windows to Linux means you're going to lose some favorite apps. One tool that can help is Mono, a cross-platform framework that you've probably already used.
Are These the Toughest Linux Operating Systems to Install?
Most Linux operating systems are simple to install; others are not. If you want to gain more control over your computer, you might opt for a tough-to-install Linux distro like these five.
How to Get the Best Support on Linux Forums
Stuck with Linux? The best place to get help is online, but, it's important to approach support in a certain way. Need help getting a reply on a support forum? Try these tips!
The End of Pipelight: How You Can Keep It Running on Linux
Pipelight used to help to solve Windows-compatibility problems, letting you install Windows only browser plugins such as Silverlight on Linux. But this program has now been retired, so what should you use instead?
Why Are Some Programming Languages Faster Than Others?
There are numerous programming languages out there. They all have individual quirks, used for different things. But what makes one programming language faster than another?
How Contributing to Open Source Projects Can Teach You Life Skills
We've looked at the benefits of using open source software, but what about the other way around: contributing to them? Can getting involved in an open source project aid your personal development?
Syncthing or Resilio Sync: How Should You Share Files on Linux?
Syncthing and Resilio Sync (previously BitTorrent Sync) can sync files between your computers and require zero knowledge of how to set up a server. But which solution works best for you?
Widgets on Linux: 5 Plasma Applets You Should Try Out
KDE's Plasma desktop offers a flexible Linux experience, you can even make it look like Windows or macOS, thanks to a bunch of excellent applets and widgets like these.
5 Terminal Alternatives to Linux Desktop Apps
The Linux terminal is rather daunting and many only use it when necessary. But it can actually prove very useful. These five terminal-based apps show you just how useful it can be.
5 Security Tools You Should Have on Linux
From the start, Linux is quite secure, especially when compared to other operating systems such as macOS or Windows. Even so, it's good to build on that, starting with these tools.
Why It Doesn't Matter Which Linux Operating System You Use
There's always going to be arguments about which Linux operating system is "better". Overall, Linux provides a good experience, regardless of how you run it. Let's look at those similarities -- and celebrate them!
5 Innovative Linux Operating Systems You Should Try Today
There are many Linux operating systems out there, each one unique in behavior and appearance -- but only a handful of them can truly be called innovative.
How to Compile Your Own Linux Kernel
Compiling your own Linux kernel is one of those geeky, technical things, right? We've already covered a few reasons why you might want to do this -- now is the time to try it yourself!