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Danny Stieben

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About Danny Stieben

Danny is a senior at the University of North Texas who enjoys all aspects of open source software and Linux.

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How To Troubleshoot Your Internet Connection In Linux

Installed Linux but can't access the internet? Follow this troubleshooting guide to fix network issues on your Linux desktop.

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How to Use Ubuntu Disk Utility for Better HDD/SSD Management

Drive and partition management has never been easier with GNOME Disks, the built-in disk management utility on Ubuntu.

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What Is A Processor Core?

Inside your CPU are cores. Your computer couldn't work without them! But, how does a CPU core actually work?

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Why Linux Is the Best Platform for Emulation

Wish you could play games meant for other, older platforms on your PC? Don't worry, you can play your games without having to buy a console for each one. How? Simple, just use Linux!

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Is Linux Really as Secure as You Think It Is?

Linux is often touted as the most secure operating system you can get your hands onto, but is this really the case? Let's take a look at different aspects of Linux computer security.

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Not All About SteamOS: Other Great Linux Distros for Gamers

SteamOS certainly isn't a requirement for Linux gaming, as games can be played on virtually any distribution. But what SteamOS alternatives are out there, ready to download and install?

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How to Start Programming in Swift on Ubuntu

Apple recently released their Swift programming language as open source, which means that anyone can now use this trending programming language, on any system, including Ubuntu! Read on to find out how to get started.

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4 Companies That Will Help You Run Your House On Free Solar Energy

With all the electronics that are running in your smart home, you need some juice to power it all. And there's nothing better than not worrying about climbing utility bills by using solar energy.

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Gaming on Linux is Here: Install SteamOS Beta Today

If you've become interested in gaming on Linux, using SteamOS as your Linux distribution of choice is a good idea. This guide covers every step and possible question you may have during installation.

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5 Reasons Why Windows 10 Might Make You Switch to Linux

Despite Windows 10's huge takeup, there has been plenty of criticism for Microsoft's new everlasting operating system. Here are five top reasons why Windows 10 might irk you enough to make the switch to Linux.

Credit Card Reward Points: How to Collect and Spend Them Like a Geek

If you use credit cards frequently, you'll no doubt be collecting reward points. We show you how to use those points to satisfy your inner geek.

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What Is SU & Why Is It Important to Using Linux Effectively?

The Linux SU or root user account is a powerful tool that can be helpful when used correctly or devastating if used recklessly. Let's look at why you should be responsible when using SU.

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Why is Linux So Great? Because It's Open Source!

But what makes Linux such a great choice that it's used in all those devices? It's because it's open source, which as you're about to see, has various implications.

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Can You Get By Using Purely Open Source Software?

Open source software is far more common than you think, and a great philosophy to live by. Not convinced? The chances are pretty high that you can be productive with just open source software.

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How to Update Linux Kernel for Improved System Performance

The Linux kernel is has regular releases, offering new features and improvements that you have to wait for in a new distribution release - unless you manually upgrade the Linux kernel. We show you how.

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Buying MacBooks For Penguins: Linux on Apple Hardware

You'd probably think that the free open source operating system Linux wouldn't mix too well with Apple's proprietary, controlling approach when it comes to hardware — but you'd be wrong.

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How to Improve and Monitor Your Credit Score by Using Technology

Your credit score can have a huge influence on your financial life. We explain how it's calculated and and how you can improve it.

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How to Create a Secure USB Drive in Ubuntu with Linux Unified Key Setup

Your portable thumb-sized USB flash drive is a security risk. But if you're a Linux user, you can easily encrypt the drive to protect data should it be stolen.

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Top 6 Ways To Get Your iTunes Experience On Linux

Switched to Linux and want to access your iTunes library? It's not as simple as you may think, but there are several strong iTunes alternatives that you can switch to offering a similar experience.

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