Bertel King
Staff Writer
Contributing since January, 2012
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About Bertel King
Bertel works from an Android phone connected to a monitor and Bluetooth keyboard. He reads books in white text against a black OLED screen. He games with a chamshell controller. He watches video cast wirelessly to a 2-in-1 lapdock.
Having covered Android and Linux since 2013, contributing to sites like Android Police and MakeTechEasier before coming to MakeUseOf, Bertel has experienced directly how much tech has changed. He continues to help readers understand that change and make the most of it, writing for MakeUseOf and its sister site, How-To Geek.
Latest Articles
A Look at GNOME Classic: Why You Might Not Need MATE
Looking for a more traditional feel from your modern Linux desktop? Perhaps it's time you looked at GNOME Classic.
Solar Generators vs. Fuel Generators: Which One Is Best for You?
Should you choose a solar or gas powered generator for power outages and camping trips? Which is most suitable for which job?
How to Upgrade or Switch Linux Distros Without Losing Data
Switching between Linux distributions? Here's how to change your Linux distro without losing any data.
nano vs. Vim: The Best Terminal Text Editors, Compared
Looking for a terminal text editor for Linux? The main choice is between Vim and nano! Here's how they compare.
What Is a Linux Swap Partition? Everything You Need to Know
Most Linux installations suggest you include a swap partition. What is a swap partition for? Here's what you need to know.
The 12 Best Linux Desktop Environments
Choosing a Linux desktop environment can be difficult. Here are the best Linux desktop environments to consider.
Linux vs. Windows: 8 Key Operating System Differences, Explained
Not sure whether to choose Linux or Windows? Here's how both operating systems differ, and why switching isn't as hard as you think.
The 5 Best Linux Distros to Install on a USB Stick
USB are great for running portable versions of Linux. Here are the most useful Linux distributions to run from a live USB drive.
The Essential Tmux Commands Cheat Sheet
Running commands in the terminal allows you to do many tasks more quickly than you could using a graphical application
Running Linux From a USB Drive: Are You Doing It Right?
Did you know that can do a full install of Linux on a USB drive? Here's how to create a Linux USB PC in your pocket!
5 Linux Operating Systems That Offer Bleeding Edge Updates
Ready for an operating system that boasts the latest features? It's time to try one of these bleeding edge Linux distros.
How to Extract ISO Files With Linux
How do you view an ISO disk image in Linux? Can you unpack ISOs in the terminal? Here's everything you need to know.
Ext4 vs. Btrfs: Which Linux File System Should You Use?
Not sure which Linux file system to choose? These days, the smart choice is btrfs versus ext4... but which one should YOU use?
What Is a Warrant Canary? What to Know and Why You Should Beware
Here's everything you need to know about warrant canaries, a misleading tactic used by companies to address privacy concerns.
The 5 Best Open-Source Password Managers
Open-source password managers offer both transparency and security. Here are the best open-source password managers available.
The 10 Best Linux Email Clients
Forget webmail---the best way to manage email is in a mail client. But which one? Choose from the 10 best Linux email clients.
What's the Difference Between 4K and Ultra HD (UHD)?
Thinking of buying a new TV or monitor but confused by the differences between 4K vs. UHD? Here's what you need to know.
8 Sites for Downloading DEB or RPM Linux Apps
Looking for Linux apps? Rather than install from terminal, you can download Linux apps in DEB and RPM format from these websites.
10 Free Operating Systems You Maybe Never Realized Existed
Sick of Windows? Not keen on Linux? Consider an alternative, like these free operating systems that you probably haven't heard of.
12 Reasons Why You Should Choose Debian Linux
Consider a Linux operating system but don't know which to choose? Well, as many distros are based on Debian, why not start there?