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How to Auto Hide the Top Bar in Ubuntu

Reclaim valuable desktop space with this simple tweak.

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How to Change the Ubuntu Lock Screen Background

Want to add a personal touch to your Ubuntu PC's lock screen? Customizing the lock screen background is a good first step.

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How to Change gedit Color Schemes on Linux

Want to change gedit's default color scheme on your Linux PC? There are plenty of ways to do so, including creating your own color scheme.

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How to Create and Manage Workspaces on Ubuntu

Workspaces help you manage open windows and improve productivity when properly used. Here's how you can create and use workspaces on Ubuntu.

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How to Change the Screen Resolution on Linux

Configuring the screen resolution is the first thing to do after you boot into a Linux system for the first time. Here are two easy ways to do it.

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How to Free Up Memory and Improve RAM Performance on Linux

Improve your Linux PC's performance by learning how to free up RAM and manage memory more efficiently.

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How to Change the Notification Alert Sound in Ubuntu

If you don't fancy the default Ubuntu alert sound, it's easy to replace it with a custom notification sound that you like.

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The 8 Best GNOME Extensions to Enhance Productivity on Linux

Improve your productivity and get more done in less time by installing these GNOME shell extensions.

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How to Transform Neovim Into a Full-Fledged IDE on Linux

Become a better programmer by customizing Neovim for coding and development on Linux.

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How to Customize Ubuntu 23.04 to Look Like macOS

Make your Ubuntu 23.04 installation look and feel like macOS with GNOME shell themes and extensions.

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How to Change a Folder Icon on Linux

Customizing your file and folder appearance on Linux is possible. Here's how you can change a directory icon on your Linux computer.

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The 7+ Best Sites to Download High-Resolution HD Wallpapers

Looking for a new high-resolution wallpaper? Here are the best free HD wallpaper sites for finding fresh desktop backgrounds.

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How to Set Live Wallpapers and Animated Backgrounds on Linux

Animated wallpapers liven up your desktop and help you add a personal touch to your machine. Here's how you can set live animated wallpapers on Linux.

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How to Show Your Battery Percentage as a Wallpaper on Linux

Having a wallpaper that automatically updates depending on your current battery status is a must for everyone who uses Linux as their daily driver.

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3 Sure Ways to Get in the Christmas Spirit With Linux

With the holidays around the corner, you can get the Christmassy feel a bit early using your Linux PC.

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How to Make Your Christmas Brighter With Linux

Christmas is a great time to celebrate with your loved ones and learn new skills. But Linux can make holidays even better for you.

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The 3 Best Christmas-Themed Wallpaper Collections for Linux

Get into the holiday spirit by finding a Christmas-themed, high-quality wallpaper for your Linux desktop.

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How to Display Clocks for Multiple Time Zones in Ubuntu

It's easy to have multiple clocks displayed for different time zones in the Ubuntu top bar. Here's how.

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How to Switch Between LightDM and GDM on Ubuntu

Changing your display manager to customize your Linux PC is easy. Here's how you can switch between LightDM and GDM on Ubuntu.

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Manage GNOME Extensions Like a Pro With Extension Manager

There are several utilities to manage packages on Linux, but is there a similar tool for managing GNOME extensions? The answer is yes.

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