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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

• 4 ways the latest KDE Plasma release is better than ever - and how to try it yourself
  KDE Plasma 6.4 is here with quite a few new features and improvements. Here's my favorite changes in the point release, and why they matter.
  

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

• X11's dying days mean you'll be forced to switch to Wayland
  Wayland, a more modern, secure, and high-performance graphics protocol, is officially replacing X11. It's the end of an era in Linux history.
  
• What tech titans Linus Torvalds and Bill Gates talked about in their first meeting
  Mark Russinovich, Microsoft Azure's CTO, hosted a dinner where Torvalds and Gates met for the first time.
  

Monday, June 23, 2025

• Your jump from Windows 10 to Linux gets easier with KDE Plasma 6.4
  Plasma 6.4 also introduces more inclusive features.
  
• This Linux distro routes all your traffic through the Tor network - and it's my new favorite for privacy
  I could easily see myself defaulting to Securonis when I need serious security.
  

Friday, June 20, 2025

• I found a file-transferring app that works between Android and Linux - and it's free to use
  I'm always on the lookout for apps to make it easier to work between Linux and Android, and this one by Packet fits the bill.
  
• Ready to ditch Windows? 'End of 10' makes converting your PC to Linux easier than ever
  With support for Windows 10 ending in a few months, the 'End of 10' digital collective has resources and advice for those making the jump.
  

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

• Want to ditch Windows? This Linux distro makes that transition easy
  If you're looking to make the leap from Windows to Linux and would like to stick with something familiar, AnduinOS has your back.
  

Monday, June 16, 2025

• Kali Linux gets a UI refresh, new tools, and an updated car hacking toolset
  The ever-popular penetration testing Linux distribution is now better refined for ethical hacking, penetration testing, audits, and network research.
  
• Yet another European government is ditching Microsoft for Linux - here's why
  This state made the open-source shift, and chances are it won't be the last.
  

Friday, June 13, 2025

• I found a Linux distro that combines the best parts of other operating systems (and it works)
  BlueStar Linux combines various design elements that work on other platforms into a visually pleasing distro.
  
• Why I'm leaving Firefox for good - here's the browser I'm using now instead
  I've been coming back to Firefox-based browsers for years, but this time I'm deleting the browser for good.
  
• Apple quietly makes running Linux containers easier on Macs
  At WWDC, Apple announced it was taking a significant step to improve Linux container support on Macs.
  

Thursday, June 12, 2025

• Can't upgrade to Windows 11? This Linux distro is the best alternative for your Windows 10 PC
  SDesk is a lightweight Linux distro with a familiar interface, making it a great option for anyone transitioning from Windows 11.
  

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

• Here's a faster way to download files on Linux - without a web browser
  If you want the fastest, most reliable method of downloading online files on Linux, this is the way to go.
  
• Here's how I finally cracked a tricky Linux problem with this AI terminal app
  If you're wondering why I've adopted Warp terminal as my default command line, I have a story that just might convince you to switch.
  
• Why Denmark is dumping Microsoft Office and Windows for LibreOffice and Linux
  Before the Danish government announced its move, Denmark's largest cities, Copenhagen and Aarhus, had already announced plans to phase out Microsoft software and cloud services. Here's why.
  
• 5 MacOS-like Linux distros that can rescue your old Intel Mac before support ends
  When Apple drops support for your Intel Mac, these Linux distributions can give it a fresh lease on life.
  

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

• Want to save your old computer? Try one of these 8 Linux distros for free
  Here's how to save money, reduce e-waste, and extend the life of your old hardware at the same time.
  
• 4 ways to level up your gaming on Linux, starting with the right distro
  If you're looking to use Linux as a gaming OS, there are some things you should take into consideration.