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7 Reasons Why I Prefer Linux Over Windows for My Desktop

Windows is good, but Linux is better when it comes to desktops.

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This Is the Secret to a Hassle-Free Linux Desktop

Well, we're not declaring it the Year of the Linux Desktop quite yet.

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I Made My Friends Think I Was a Linux Hacker Using These 5 Fun Commands

No planets were hacked in the making of this article.

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GNOME 46 Arrives With Desktop Enhancements, Faster Files, and More

The update Linux desktop will be included in Ubuntu 24.04 and Fedora 40.

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System76 Adder Linux Laptop Gets a Hardware Refresh

It now has a 14th Gen Intel CPU and your choice of RTX 40-series graphics cards.

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Linux Kernel 6.8 Arrives with Future-Forward Features

Plus some performance improvements for Raspberry Pi 5 and Intel Core Ultra PCs.

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What Is Void Linux, and What Makes It Unique?

Stop shouting into the void and put it on your computer.

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Sorry Linux, HDMI 2.1 Can't Have Open-Source Drivers

Open-source enthusiasts and Linux users should stick with DisplayPort.

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KDE 6 Update Arrives With Big Plasma Desktop Updates for Linux

The Plasma desktop for Linux and cross-platform KDE apps just got massive updates.

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How to Make Linux Look Like Windows 10

Get all of the look and none of the bloat.

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Linux File Timestamps Explained: atime, mtime, and ctime

So many kinds of timestamps.

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How to Run and Control Background Processes on Linux

Got processes hiding in the background?

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How to Use the time Command on Linux

Find out where the time goes by using the Linux time command.

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How to Use curl to Download Files From the Linux Command Line

The Linux curl command is flexible and powerful.

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Installing Pop OS on the System76 Gazelle laptop.
New to Linux? Ubuntu Isn’t Your Only Option

Find a Linux distro that meets your needs and requirements—that isn't Ubuntu.

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How to Use SUID, SGID, and Sticky Bits on Linux

Curious how to use SUID, SGID, and Sticky Bits on Linux? We'll show you how to do it safely!

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How to Check the Linux Kernel and Operating System Version

Need to know which Linux distribution and kernel version your system is running?

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How to Use the cd Command on Linux

You probably use the cd command on Linux without thinking much about it. But it's packed with lots of extra features!

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How to Use the timedatectl Command on Linux

Get to grips with the Linux timedatectl command and find out what time management really means.

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