How to Run Android Apps on Linux
Ever wanted to run an Android app on Linux but didn’t want to mess with debugging bridges, development environments, or sideloading apps? An app called Anbox makes it possible, and we show you how to use it….
What’s New in Fedora 35
Fedora 35, Red Hat’s free Linux distribution (distro), was released on November 2, 2021. From an updated desktop experience to behind-the-scenes tweaks, we’re taking a look at the Workstation edition to see what’s new for de…
Ubuntu 21.10 Arrives With a Customized GNOME 40 Desktop
If you’re an Ubuntu user, or someone who’s thinking about giving it a try, today is a good day. Canonical has officially released Ubuntu 21.10 with a customized GNOME 40 desktop and plenty of other features and goodies that’…
10 Basic Linux Commands for Beginners
Just getting started on Linux? Making yourself comfortable with the command line is essential. If you’re already familiar with command line utilities, you’ll find that Linux and Mac share much in common, but Windows commands …
How to Turn Off an Ubuntu PC
Like all personal computers, a PC running the Ubuntu desktop operating system must be turned off now and then. Shutting down Ubuntu is easy, and you have several methods at your disposal for a safe end to operation….
How to Download and Install Steam on Linux
So, you want to try out gaming on Linux? In this article, let’s look at how to install Steam on any Linux distribution to kickstart your Linux gaming journey.
What’s New in Ubuntu 21.10 ‘Impish Indri’
Ubuntu 21.10 “Impish Indri” was released on October 14, 2021. It features GNOME 40, a new kernel, and updated applications. But with only nine months of support, is it worth upgrading?
How to Roll Back the Kernel in Linux
If your Linux PC suddenly has issues after an update to your system, it’s possible a Linux kernel update is at fault. Fortunately, rolling back or switching to another kernel is relatively easy to do on Debian, Arch, and Fed…
The Best Linux Laptops of 2022
If you want a great Linux experience, we recommend getting a laptop that comes with a Linux OS pre-installed. That way your laptop’s hardware and drivers will work without a hitch. Here are our recommendations to do just that…
Native Gaming on Linux May Be Dying, and That’s Okay
The Steam Deck, announced in August 2021, has Linux gaming circles talking about the future of gaming on Linux. The Deck, through its reliance on Proton, might be signaling the end of native Linux gaming. That might be just w…
Linux Turns 30: How A Hobby Project Conquered the World
On September 17, 1991, Linus Torvalds released Linux kernel (version 0.01) for the first time. Here’s a brief look at how a small hobby project grew up and enveloped the world—and what has made Linux endure for so long….
What’s New in GNOME 41?
Linux desktop environment GNOME 41 was released on September 22, 2021. Coming hot on the heels of GNOME 40’s paradigm-shifting workflow changes, does GNOME 41 deliver anything of substance? We spin it up to see….
What Is Proton for Steam, and How Does It Affect Gaming on Linux?
Remember the days when gaming on Linux was hard to imagine? Thanks to the Proton compatibility layer and firms focusing on Linux, gaming on Linux has gotten much better over the past few years. But what exactly is Proton, an…
What’s New in Linux Kernel 5.14
As Linux turns 30 years old, kernel 5.14 has been released. It contains the usual broad offering of internal below-the-hood fixes and user-visible changes. Let’s take a look at the major improvements and benefits….
How to Update Ubuntu Linux
Need the latest and greatest in Ubuntu software? You don’t need to be a Linux pro. Read on to discover how to update classic Ubuntu Linux, an official Ubuntu flavor, or virtually any Ubuntu-based distro….
How to Use the fsck Command on Linux
All of our important data sits in a file system of one type or another, and file system issues are bound to happen. On Linux, we can use the fsck command to find and fix file system errors.
What’s New in elementary OS 6 “Odin”
There are many Linux distributions (distros) that people claim are good replacements for Windows or macOS. But there are few that have that explicit goal, other than elementary OS, whose sixth major release, “Odin,” was relea…
How to Log Out of Your Mac Using Terminal
Apple makes it easy to log out of your Mac with the option in the desktop’s menu bar. But there are also a couple of commands you can use to log out using Terminal, as we’ll discover today.
How to Update Arch Linux
Has the time come to update your Arch Linux system? Whether you’re on pure Arch or an Arch-based distro like Manjaro and Garuda Linux, we’ll show you how to safely update your system with one or two simple commands….
The 6 Best Lightweight Linux Distros
If your Windows or Mac computer is old and struggling to keep up, installing Linux can give it a fresh lease of life. Lightweight Linux distributions are designed with speed and efficiency in mind, making old computers usable…
What’s New in GNOME 40?
GNOME 40 has more than a new numbering scheme. Along with its new look comes a new way of working. The old vertical metaphors are gone, replaced by horizontal theming and layouts. Let’s take a closer look….
What’s New in Debian 11 “Bullseye”
Debian, the progenitor of many other Linux distributions, has made release 11 available in the testing stage. Are you weighing the virtues of upgrading, or are you just curious about the changes? Today, we’ll take a look at t…
5 Specialized Linux Distributions with Unique Features
Reading through the cartoonishly long list of existing Linux distros, the sundry flavors and the off-shoots of off-shoots all start to blur together. To remedy that, we’ve gathered a few distros that truly stand out from the …
How to Configure or Disable Linux Mint Update Notifications
Had enough of Linux Mint’s annoying update notifications? Or maybe you’re so concerned with staying up-to-date you want to see them even more? Either way, adjusting the notifications or turning them off is simple, as we’ll ex…
What’s New in Linux Mint 20.2 “Uma”
Linux Mint, one of the more popular Linux distributions, has released version 20.2, nicknamed “Uma.” It comes with new features, upgraded internals, and other changes. Today we’re taking a closer look at what’s new….
