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Friday, December 12, 2025

• AI is already part of Linux's plumbing - whether developers like it or not
  AI is quietly doing some of Linux's dirtiest work, but not everyone is comfortable with it.
  

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

• The fix for messy AI agent ecosystems might finally be here - and it's open source
  Backed by OpenAI, Anthropic, and others, AAIF aims to standardize AI agents and build an open, interoperable foundation.
  
• Want to save your old computer? Try one of these 9 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.
  

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

• Linus Torvalds is 'a huge believer' in using AI to maintain code - just don't call it a revolution
  Torvalds is sick of all the AI hype, but says AI is finally maturing to the point where it will be useful for Linux developers and maintainers.
  

Monday, December 8, 2025

• Snap vs. Flatpak: How to decide which Linux package manager is right for you
  It's a debate Linux users love to argue over, and there's no easy answer - but here's my take.
  
• This new Linux platform will let you update your next car at home - as soon as 2027
  Toyota, Honda, and Mazda are building a new open-source car platform that runs everything from entertainment to navigation - and could even power self-driving.
  

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.