If you’re using a GNOME-based desktop, you might not know that several exclusive apps are included. Are they any good? And should you start using them?

It’s easy to love Linux and never show appreciation to the people who make it all happen. But you can change that by making donations to these seven open source organizations.

Apple has a serious knack for marketing technology. Two terms pop up more than most: Retina display and True Tone. But what are they, and do you need them?

Planning to switch to Linux? While it isn’t any harder to use than Windows, it is different. Here are five things you should know when switching to Linux.

There are hundreds of Linux operating systems (distributions) but you’re probably using Ubuntu. Here’s why you might want to switch to one of the Ubuntu alternatives.

Considering Elementary OS, or just want to install the Pantheon desktop on your current version of Linux? Here’s everything you need to know about the most popular minimalist desktop for Linux, Pantheon.

Thanks to services like Dropbox and Google Drive, we’re giving up a lot more than we’re getting when we use cloud storage. Here’s a look at why you should be worried.

A new year is a time of change and reflection. An opportunity to change how we do things. That’s why it’s great to be a Linux user as we go into 2018.

You use Linux, you have tasks to get done, and you have limited time to do them. Check out these Linux to-do apps and extensions to help you stay focused.

Checking out Ubuntu for the first time? Want something familiar? It’s a common problem that usually boils down to the choice: Ubuntu MATE or Linux Mint?

Linux switchers will probably encounter the GNOME desktop, which is found in the most popular Linux versions. But once you’re up and running, which apps should you install? These will get you started.

Awesome apps are available for Linux. Whether you’re new to the operating system or you’re a seasoned user, you’ll always find new and useful Linux software to love. These are our favorites.

Many people switching to Linux have noticed that file transfer speeds increase. Why does this happen? Is it an illusion? Does Linux really have speedier file transfer speeds? And if it does, why?

Have you ever wondered why your Linux operating system looks the way it does? All distributions have a default desktop environment, but how did your favorite Linux OS end up looking so awesome?

Whether you use Ubuntu or another Linux-based operating system, you may be asking yourself the question: Can I trust my favorite Linux desktop to stick around?

When you see a screenshot, what you think is the “operating system” is more likely to be the “desktop environment” — and Linux has a bunch of them, including this one called Cinnamon.

System76’s Pop!_OS Linux operating system is available for download, and is also shipping as the default option on new computers from System76. Should you check it out?

There remain corners the Linux ecosystem that aren’t fully open source. Perhaps it’s a hardware driver — for some, a proprietary software application may be required. Here’s where Linux is still playing catch-up.

When you see the Wi-Fi label on a box, you know what it means. But there is a new label appearing. What is Z-Wave and what does it mean for your devices?

With so many Linux operating systems to choose from, how do you know which one to use? Here are several Linux distros to get the job done, whether gaming, editing, or watching online TV.

Windows and macOS have giant corporations behind them, so you can trust them more than Linux, right? Wrong. Here are five compelling reasons why you should trust Linux first.

You're at your computer, and your friend is out with their phone. You want to send…

Ever encountered a Linux app that looks ugly and seems unusable? It’s why desktops have human interface guidelines. Windows and macOS have these guidelines. What about Linux?

Curious about Ubuntu, but not sure where to start? Everything you could possibly need to get started with the latest version of Ubuntu is right here, written in easy-to-understand, plain English.