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Monday, January 26, 2026

• The latest Linux distro to embrace Wayland also makes Arch more accessible
  Fast, beautiful, and free to use, the CachyOS distribution gets a big upgrade.
  
• This new Linux distro folds a gorgeous COSMIC desktop into an immutable Fedora base
  Origami Linux feels impressively fast, stable, and secure.
  

Thursday, January 22, 2026

• This OS quietly powers all AI - and most future IT jobs, too
  Without Linux, there is no ChatGPT. No AI at all. None. Here's why.
  

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

• I cracked Hyprland at last - thanks to this Arch-based Linux distro
  Omarchy isn't for beginners, but it's the best way I've found to use Hyprland and get straight to work.
  
• Your KDE Plasma desktop is about to get a huge upgrade with 6.6 - what's inside
  The new KDE Plasma 6.6 release brings faster performance, stronger security, deeper customization, and more.
  

Monday, January 19, 2026

• How to run Windows apps on Linux with Wine - it's easy
  Considering a switch from Windows to Linux? The good news is you don't have to give up your favorite Windows apps. Here's how to run them on Linux.
  

Thursday, January 15, 2026

• At 25, Wikipedia faces its biggest threat yet: AI
  Wikipedia, a triumph of the open web, helped build the modern internet. Now, its future looks uncertain.
  

Monday, January 12, 2026

• Even Linus Torvalds is vibe coding now
  It was on a very silly project, but with even Linux's creator now using AI, the debate over code quality, maintainability, and developer skills is likely to intensify.
  
• I tried the new Linux Mint 22.3 - it's a masterclass in polish and quality-of-life fixes
  Linux Mint 22.3, Zena, is the latest in Mint's long line of solid releases.
  

Friday, January 9, 2026

• This lightweight distro loaded with apps is not your father's GNU/Linux - here's why
  Lightweight Linux distributions get a bad rap for shipping with minimal reinstalled software. Besgnulinux, loaded with old-school charm, is the exception.
  

Thursday, January 8, 2026

• This free tool gives you one easy way to install apps on Linux and Mac - here's how
  With Homebrew, you get access to even more apps - maintained by both Linux and MacOS developers.
  

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

• Linux at CES 2026: Tux is alive and well in IoT, cars, and AI
  Linux and open source aren't making headlines at CES 2026, but they're working behind the scenes in embedded, automotive, and edge AI.
  

Monday, January 5, 2026

• This modern take on Xfce is the perfect distro for audio fans - here's why
  Building on an already established Linux distribution, Extrox has plenty to offer to a wide range of users.
  

Wednesday, December 31, 2025

• Puppy Linux vs. Linux Lite: Which distro is right for your old Windows 10 PC?
  You can revive your aging PC with a lightweight Linux distro such as Puppy Linux and Linux Lite. But which one should you choose?
  

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

• Rhino Linux vs EndeavorOS: Which rolling release distro should you choose?
  Two user-friendly Linux distributions with two very different bases. Here's how to decide between them.
  
• How AI and Rust are rewriting Linux and Windows programming
  You might be surprised to learn that Microsoft is far more aggressive about Rust adoption than Linux.
  

Monday, December 29, 2025

• How I ditched Google Photos for my own private self-hosted alternative - for free
  If you're ready to cut the cord with Google, this option lets you host and sync your photos on your own terms. Here's how.
  
• Linux will be unstoppable in 2026 - but one open-source legend may not survive
  Linux and open source are gearing up for a big year, with desktop growth, Rust, and security leading the way.
  

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

• 10 free Windows apps that improved my productivity (and I'd easily pay money for)
  There are great open-source applications available for most any task. Here are some of my favorites.
  

Thursday, December 18, 2025

• I've used Linux for decades, but I'd switch to FreeBSD for this one feature
  FreeBSD isn't Linux, but if you didn't know any better, you'd swear it was.
  

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