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Friday, December 27, 2024

• How managing networks differs on Windows 10 and Linux
  If you're considering leaving the soon-to-sunsetted Windows 10 for Linux, you'll want to know how to manage networks with the open-source operating system.
  

Wednesday, December 25, 2024

• How to install and use Microsoft's PowerShell on Linux (and why you should)
  If you're a fan of Windows PowerShell and you're using Windows 10, you'll be glad to know you can install and use that powerful command line tool on Linux.
  

Tuesday, December 24, 2024

• The 3 most Windows-like Linux distros to try because change is hard
  If you're still using Windows 10, you know the end is nigh. If you want to keep your machine running smoothly and feeling familiar, check out these Linux distros.
  
• Why I no longer recommend this Windows-like Linux distro
  I learned a troubling lesson that points to a growing issue within the open-source community.
  
• The best Linux distribution of 2024 is MacOS-like but accessible to all
  I've used and covered Linux for nearly 30 years. Here's my top pick for my favorite open-source distro in 2024.
  
• This Linux laptop has a brilliant display and performance that rivals my MacBook
  If you're looking for a laptop with Linux pre-installed, Tuxedo Computers' Infinity Book Pro 14 (Gen 9) has a gorgeous display and impressive performance.
  

Monday, December 23, 2024

• Ultramarine Linux 40 continues to be one fine unofficial Fedora Spin
  If you're looking for a version of Fedora that offers a few extra tweaks to make the desktop even more user-friendly, look no further than Ultramarine Linux.
  
• This Linux distro I recommend to power users takes a unique approach to OS design
  NixOS is a rock-solid OS with various layouts and an array of functionalities. Just be prepared for the learning curve.
  
• The Linux log files you should know and how to use them
  If you really want to see what's happening beneath the hood of your Linux distribution, you need to use log files.
  
• How to use Microsoft's Copilot AI on Linux
  If you're a fan of Microsoft's Copilot AI and you're looking to use it on Linux, there's a simple way to make it look and feel like its own app.
  
• 5 biggest Linux and open-source stories of 2024: From AI arguments to security close calls
  AI arrived, security troubles were dodged, and after years of development, real-time Linux finally made it into mainstream Linux. Here's what shook up the open-source world this year and what it means for 2025.
  

Saturday, December 21, 2024

• I converted this Windows 11 Mini PC into a Linux workstation - and didn't regret it
  The Herk Orion is a capable Ryzen-powered Mini PC in its own right, but ditching Windows for a Linux OS has opened up a whole new level of performance.
  

Friday, December 20, 2024

• Want to save your old computer? Try these 6 Linux distros
  Here's how to save money, reduce e-waste, and extend the life of your old hardware at the same time.
  

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

• 6 Linux myths, busted
  Linux is more popular than ever, but certain myths still surround the open-source OS. Let's clear some things up.
  
• The 4 easiest ways to test Linux on your old PC before Windows 10 support runs out
  If you're considering a migration from the soon sunsetting Windows 10 to Linux and you're looking for a way to test the open-source operating system, here are four options.
  

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

• Leaving Windows 10 for Linux? 5 security differences to consider first
  With Windows 10 nearing the end of its life, you might be thinking about switching to Linux. Here are a few things you should know about security.
  
• I'm a Linux power user, and I recommend this distro to newbies and experts alike
  If you're looking for a sensible operating system that takes a practical approach to the desktop, OpenMandriva is worth a look.
  

Friday, December 13, 2024

• 4 top personal finance apps for Linux that run on MacOS and Windows, too
  Looking for a money app to get your finances in order for 2025? Here's why I recommend these open-source options.
  
• Ready to ditch Windows? 5 factors to help you decide between Linux or MacOS
  With Windows 10 support ending next year, it's time to consider a replacement. Would Linux or MacOS be the best fit for you? Let's find out.
  

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

• System76 just took everything that was good in Pop!_OS and made it even better
  Pop!_OS Alpha 4 has arrived and it's going to be a brilliant Linux desktop.