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Thursday, April 3, 2025

• Look, no patches! Why Chainguard OS might be the most secure Linux ever
  A secure container company listens to several top Linux maintainers on how to build the most secure Linux distro possible. The result: Chainguard OS.
  

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

• New to Linux? 4 things to focus on before you switch
  It's important to narrow your focus when choosing your first distribution. Here's how to do that.
  

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

• I'm a Linux power user and this distro has the most refreshing take on OS design
  NixOS features a well-designed OS with an array of layouts, but I'd recommend it to users who aren't afraid of a little learning curve.
  

Monday, March 31, 2025

• 5 fun Linux commands you should try at least once
  The Linux terminal window can actually be quite entertaining.
  
• Why this Linux distro is my new favorite Windows replacement
  Zorin OS 17.3 is everything you know and all the things you need. See what makes this latest release so special.
  
• 4 reasons why LibreOffice downloads are way up (hint: you'll relate)
  More users than ever are flocking to the open source suite since its latest update. The end of Windows 10 support is far from the only factor.
  

Thursday, March 27, 2025

• Want to learn Linux from legends? This mentorship pairs you with top developers
  You'll get priceless Linux experience from developers such as Linux Foundation Fellow Shuah Khan and kernel stable maintainer Greg Kroah-Hartman. Here's how to apply.
  

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

• 5 best Linux distros for staying anonymous - when a VPN isn't enough
  Need serious privacy on a regular basis? Work with these distributions, and you'll leave no trace. There's even a Windows and MacOS option.
  
• Trisquel Linux handles both your desktop and server needs - or does it?
  If you want to install a Linux desktop and server, you'd typically choose two different distributions. With Trisquel, you get both in one. But are the tradeoffs worth it?
  
• I'm a command-line pro and this is the best terminal app I've ever used, thanks to AI
  This handy terminal app saves you time by using AI to explain commands, scripts, and code. It even taught this old pro new tricks.
  
• This is the most helpful new Linux tool I've tried in years - here's why and how I use it
  This Linux tool is my new go-to for easier searching, upgrading, and automating my system. Anyone who works on a Linux desktop should try it.
  
• Linux kernel 6.14 is a big leap forward in performance and Windows compatibility
  The new release is finally here with cutting-edge features that should please gamers.
  

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

• EU OS takes a 'layered' approach to its new Linux distro for the public sector
  It's a proof of concept, for now, but can this Fedora-based distro push aside Windows in the European Union? Here's how to follow its progress.
  
• How to compile your first Linux kernel (and 3 reasons why you should)
  Earning this badge of honor among most Linux users isn't as hard as you might think.
  
• 5 powerful GIMP features I use nearly every day for easy, free photo editing
  If you didn't think this Photoshop alternative could get any better, wait until you try these tools.
  

Monday, March 24, 2025

• 5 Linux terminal apps better than your default - and they're all free
  When you're working with the command line, you'll want a terminal app that either makes the job easier or is awesome enough that you don't mind using it. Here are my five favorite options.
  
• 5 ways I use regex in Linux (and why they're so essential)
  Once you get the hang of regular expressions, you'll find them invaluable. The trick is to start small - I'll show you how.
  

Sunday, March 23, 2025

• Finally, a Linux laptop with a brilliant display and performance that rivals my MacBook
  For a laptop with Linux pre-installed, the Tuxedo Computers Infinity Book Pro 14 (Gen 9) offers a stunning display and strong performance.
  
• The best-looking Linux desktop I've seen so far in 2025 - and it's not even close
  The creators of one of the coolest Linux distros just released a new version - and it puts the old one to shame.
  

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

• Linux Foundation's trust scorecards aim to battle rising open-source security threats
  How do you tell the difference between trustworthy open-source developers and hackers? Here's one idea.