Open Source News

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

• elementary OS vs. Ubuntu Budgie: Two beautiful Linux distros, but which is right for you?
  These Linux distros are as elegant as they are user-friendly. Here's how to decide between them.
  

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

• The lightweight Linux distro every media junkie should try - and why
  The latest release of 4MLinux might be just the ticket you need, if you create and consume media like it's your job.
  
• The new Debian Libre Live is all about free software, but I need my proprietary apps
  The Debian project releases a new Live distribution that takes open-source very seriously.
  

Monday, December 1, 2025

• The top 2 Linux distros Windows 10 users are fleeing to right now - and why
  Windows 10 is gone, and millions are turning to Linux. Here are the distros benefiting most, and what makes them so great.
  
• 7 open-source apps I'd easily pay money for because they're that good
  These apps are free, but I'd be willing to throw down some cash for them. Here's why.
  

Friday, November 28, 2025

• Why people keep flocking to Linux in 2025 (and it's not just to escape Windows)
  By my count, Linux has over 11% of the desktop market. Here's how I got that number - and why people are making the leap.
  

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

• Nextcloud Office vs. OnlyOffice: I tested both to find the best Microsoft 365 alternative
  Want an office suite that isn't tied to Microsoft 365 or even Google Workspace? These open-source options run anywhere - and one of them is perfect for you.
  

Monday, November 24, 2025

• This immutable Linux distro has a killer tool that sets it apart - and makes ditching Windows easy
  With so many Linux distributions available, it takes something special to lure users away from Windows. Aurora checks all the boxes.
  

Thursday, November 20, 2025

• What Linus Torvalds really thinks about AI and software development might surprise you
  Linux's leader, Linus Torvalds, and his friend, Dirk Hohndel, discuss AI, Rust, and Linux's human side.
  
• My 8 must-use Linux commands, and how they can make your life easier
  Sure, using the Linux command line is optional. But these are commands I rely on every day, and you can benefit from them, too.
  

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

• Struggling to track AI agents? This open-source tool gives you a single source of truth
  Solo.io's new Agentregistry gives you a better way to discover, validate, and operate AI agent skills across frameworks and platforms.
  
• Cloud-native computing is poised to explode, thanks to AI inference work
  CNCF leaders predict hundreds of billions of dollars more of AI work for cloud-native computing in the next 18 months.
  

Monday, November 17, 2025

• Valve's new Steam Machine will make 2026 a massive year for Linux
  The Linux community should be excited. Valve just made an announcement that could change everything.
  

Friday, November 14, 2025

• Kubernetes, cloud-native computing's engine, is getting turbocharged for AI
  The Certified Kubernetes AI Conformance Program is establishing a new standard for AI-based cloud-native computing.
  

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

• My 2 favorite tools for reading Linux manual pages the easy way
  Linux man pages are packed with helpful info, but they can be overwhelming. Here's how to make them easy to read and use.
  

Thursday, November 6, 2025

• Why even a US tech giant is launching 'sovereign support' for Europe now
  Red Hat's new offering comes in response to a broader trend sweeping Europe.
  
• Logging in as root on Linux? Here's why that disaster waiting to happen
  If your Linux distro still lets you log in as root, here's why you should never do it.
  

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

• 7 Linux commands I can't live without after 20 years in the terminal
  You don't need the Linux terminal - but once you try it, you'll never go back.
  

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

• SUSE Enterprise Linux 16 is here, and its killer feature is digital sovereignty
  Available today, the new SLES 16 is ushering in an AI-ready, top-notch Linux server, while emphasizing its benefits for digital sovereignty.
  

Monday, November 3, 2025

• 5 obscure Linux distros you've probably never heard of - but should definitely try
  Tired of the same old Linux distros? Try these deep cuts instead.
  

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