If you're thinking of getting into the world of Linux, you'll be happy to learn that there are hundreds, if not more, distributions to meet your needs. However, some are more comfortable for beginners ...

Linux has a reputation for being complex, but not all distributions require you to be a power user. In fact, the difference between many Linux distributions is like night and day. Some are designed ...

If you're looking for a change from Windows, Linux Mint with the Cinnamon interface is worth considering. As a seasoned Linux user, I find Linux Mint 21.3 to be exceptional, and I highly recommend it ...

A friend of mine, who knows Windows well, recently told me that he was going to give Linux a try. On a recommendation of a friend, he was going to start with Sabayon Linux 4.0. Oh dear. It’s not that ...

Dabbling for the first time in Linux starts with choosing a Linux distribution. A typical “Linux” system is built up of software from many different open-source projects, including the Linux kernel.

With a bit of effort, you can elevate Linux's desktop efficiency. These tips won't cost you a penny and the results can be game-changing. You won't have to be a Linux specialist to use these tips.

Need a jump start on Unix networking? Whether you're working on your home network or setting up systems at work, here are some basic Unix commands and insights that might prove helpful. Once upon a ...

What is the Arch User Repository (AUR)? The Arch User Repository (AUR) is a community-driven repository for Arch Linux users, containing package descriptions known as PKGBUILDs. These PKGBUILDs allow ...

Also in today's open source roundup: Black Lab Linux 7.6 released, and the meaning of Bash on Microsoft's Windows operating system Kali Linux is bird of a slightly different feather, in terms of Linux ...