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Bertel King-Senior Writer, Onboarding Manager

Bertel King

Senior Writer, Onboarding Manager

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About Bertel King

Bertel graduated from the College of William and Mary in 2012 with degrees in History and Government. He has spent his entire career since as a tech journalist covering the world of Android and Linux-based devices.

Having written for the likes of MakeTechEasier and Android Police before joining the teams at MakeUseOf and How-To Geek, he delights in helping others decide which tech to bring into their lives... and which tech to do without.

Latest Articles

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How to Fix "A Network Change Was Detected" Error on Linux

If you're browsing the internet and suddenly run into the "Network change detected" error, don't fret. Here's how you can easily fix the issue.

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6 Fun Linux Distros to Try if You're a Distro Hopper

If you find yourself constantly switching Linux distros, here are some fun options that you can add to your "hopping" list.

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The 5 Best Open-Source Internet Radio Apps for Linux

For those who want to listen to online radio on their Linux desktop, these apps will bring you the authentic digital radio experience to your desk.

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Is Chrome OS Desktop Linux? 8 Points to Consider

Chrome OS is built on top of Gentoo and uses the Linux kernel under the hood. But can you really call Chrome OS "desktop Linux" or a "distribution?"

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6 Reasons Why Linux Doesn’t Have More Apps

A majority of Linux apps are community-developed but still, there's a lack of both open-source and proprietary apps for Linux. Why is this so?

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6 Methods to Check File Integrity on Linux

Verifying the checksum of files you download from the internet is a good habit to get into if you're serious about your Linux desktop's security.

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Every Linux Geek Needs to Know Sed and Awk. Here’s Why…

sed and awk are every Linux power user's favorite tools. But what are they? And how do you use them to process text files?

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7 Areas Where Linux Is Easier Than Windows

Linux is considered a complicated operating system by many people. But there are numerous areas where Linux is easier (and better) than Windows.

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How to Write, Format, and Manage an SD Card in Linux

There are multiple ways to configure an SD card in Linux, either from the command line or using a graphical application. Here's how you do it.

How to Easily Clone and Restore a Linux Disk Image With dd

If you want to wipe, backup, or restore data on Linux, there are a number of apps you can pick. But whichever Linux operating system you run, there's one command that always works -- dd.

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5 Major Developments in Desktop Linux in 2022

Linux is an ever-evolving family of operating systems. Here are some of the desktop advancements you can expect to see in Linux in 2022.

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10 Lightest Linux Apps and Programs to Speed Up an Old PC

Switching to Linux is a great way to breathe life into an aging machine, but it's also a lot of work! Need to lighten the load on your Linux-powered machine? Try these apps!

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The 5 Best Apps for Managing Podcasts on Linux

Linux doesn't have the best choice of podcast clients. But don't worry, you can still enjoy your favorite podcasts on Linux with these five apps.

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How to Change HiDPI Scaling Settings on Linux

Like on other operating systems, you can easily change HiDPI and display scaling settings on Linux as well. Here's how to do it.

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5 Reasons Why Linux Distros Create Their Own Desktop Environments

Many Linux distros have now started developing their own desktop environments. Why is this so? Let's find out.

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10 Ways KDE Is a Better Linux Desktop Than GNOME

Many Linux operating systems rely on GNOME, but it's worth giving KDE a try because it might just become your favorite Linux desktop.

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Why Linux Is Free: How the Open Source World Makes Money

Why is Linux and other open-source software free? What do the developers get out of it, and how do they make money to continue development?

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6 Signs That Microsoft Is Really a Fan of Linux

Microsoft is a corporate entity, so it isn't big on emotions. But over the past few years, the company has embraced Linux in quite a few big ways.

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6 Reasons Why You Should Try the Lightweight Xfce Desktop

While other Linux desktops try to hog your system memory with animations, Xfce offers a superfast and seamless desktop experience instead.

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5 Signs the Ubuntu Desktop Has Gone Stale

Ubuntu is no-doubt one of the best Linux distros out there, then why is the Ubuntu desktop losing its shine?

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