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From Russia with software freedom, MiniOS?Ultra?5.1 serves up a compact Debian?based distro with an impressive range of built?in tools. We have screenshots!
Lotti is an open?source journal and life manager that aims to integrate tasks, notes, and local AI without relying on the cloud.
Manjaro 26.0 aims to deliver Arch speed with fewer sharp edges; here’s how it handles installation, performance, and everyday tasks.
Considering Linux for the first time? These four distributions are well-suited for newcomers seeking a simple, proven, and reliable starting point.
If you like Firefox’s engine but not its direction, Zen Browser gives you a familiar foundation with a more flexible UI, built?in theming, and productivity-focused features.
Origami Linux pairs the Cosmic desktop with a Fedora Atomic base and a deliberately sparse default install, leaving most of the customization to you.
Moving away from VirtualBox doesn’t have to be complicated. Jack Wallen walks you through installing virt-manager and spinning up your first VM with KVM.
Fresh is an easy-to-use and poweful text editor for the terminal. It takes many things we love about modern graphical editors and brings them to the terminal.
CuerdOS 2.0 Skycatcher’s Xfce edition leans on Debian Trixie, custom tuning, and some unconventional app choices like Vivaldi and Harmony Music.
The community behind the Devuan GNU+Linux project has published Raspberry Pi images of the latest release, Devuan 6.1 (codename Excalibur), so I took it for a test drive on my Raspberry Pi 5 to give you guys a first look at what Devuan can do on the tiny single-board computer.
These two Linux distributions have not yet reached stability, but I have high hopes for them in 2026.
Not every great distro makes a splash on the front page of DistroWatch or in mainstream coverage. These are the five Linux distros from 2025 that we think merit a closer look.
Forget arguing about Ubuntu vs. Debian. This roundup sticks to the distros that actually crossed our test bench in this year’s Distro of the Week column, and the five that rose above the rest.
System76’s Pop!_OS 24.04 lands with the all-new Cosmic Epoch 1 desktop. We installed it and kicked the tires so you know what to expect.
After looking at the new Calibre 8.16 which puts AI on the playing field, our writer wonders if that's a good idea.
Our Larry Cafiero takes a look at Solus and its homegrown desktop Budgie, and discovers why it’s one of the most popular scratch-built distros.
This week’s App of the Week takes a fresh look at VLC 3.0.22, from dark mode on Plasma and Cosmic to niche perks like proper playback of classic Doom and Hexen music files
Actiona is a Linux GUI automation tool that automates mouse clicks, keyboard actions, and file tasks to automate your Linux desktop.
Instead of one long row of tiny tabs, Workspaces in Vivaldi let you keep related tabs together as projects, and sync those setups across your devices when you need them.
Mission-Center offers a single interface for tracking resource usage and managing processes and services, making routine system checks easier from the desktop.
This new offering from Collabora takes the company’s popular modernized LibreOffice spin from online to offline on users’ local machines.
For Thanksgiving’s Distro of the Week, we put openSUSE Tumbleweed Xfce through install, configuration, and multitasking tests to see how its classic tools and newer additions hold up in everyday use.
The hardened NovaCustom modular SHIFTphone 8.1 is here! We detail its unique features and how NovaCustom make it a better choice for sustainability and privacy.
Don’t leave deleted files behind—Raider File Shredder offers an uncomplicated solution for permanently erasing data.
What happens when a seasoned Linux user returns to BSD for a hands-on review? GhostBSD delivers unexpected surprises.
FTP’s simplicity came with security risks; SSH Pilot offers a familiar workflow for secure shell management and encrypted file transfers — without sacrificing security.
Take Fedora 43 Workstation for a spin with our hands-on review — plenty of screenshots, but don’t trample the Easter egg.
No more guessing where your favorite series lives—Ticket Booth lets you keep your database of titles up to date.
With performance boosts and seamless cloud connections, Zorin OS 18 is quickly becoming the top gateway for Windows refugees.
A dinosaur mascot, a read-only core, and a huge ISO– here’s our hands-on experience after taking Bluefin GTS for a ride.
Learn how to install and configure Polybar to create a Linux status bar that gives you complete control over what it displays.
Tuning Virt-manager you are supposed enable 3D-acceleration and OpenGL to avoid crashing instance setup and successfully install Fedora 43 Cosmic Spin in VENV. The interesting thing is that F43 Cosmic Spin behaves the same way on bare metal and as KVM Guest. No issues for switching between different folders contain wallpapers for Cosmic DE happens in VENV.
Switching to Linux is less about technical hurdles and more about adjusting your mindset. Here's why.
Heading into risky online territory? Consider running Tails 7.0, which now offers faster startup and a smoother setup for safer browsing.
Whether reviving old gear or maxing out new silicon, MX Linux 23.6 Libretto stays cool, collected, and gets the job done no matter what it takes.
Although downloading the distro might feel like a confrontation with an overzealous panhandler, once installed, elementaryOS rewards users with a robust Linux experience.
Some think that Bazaar is on its way to being the go-to Flatpak app store in the Linux world — often preferable to standard app stores. It’s certainly worth trying, whether you’re a new or experienced user.
An analysis of CachyOS, the performance-focused Arch derivative that delivers real optimizations through x86-64-v3/v4 packages, the BORE scheduler, and specialized kernels. With 5-20% performance gains and strong gaming support, it proves derivatives can offer genuine innovation beyond simple installers.
Voyager 13.1 Debian wraps robust stability in unexpected elegance -- here we explore how a little French savoir-faire takes Linux somewhere new.
Multipass offers a quick way to create Ubuntu virtual machines with no extra hardware or complex setup needed.
While it’s very commendable that Linux Lite is going after a particular user – people who might be unhappy with Windows 11 – treating these new users like digital imbeciles leaves a lot to be desired.
BesGnuLinux calls itself lightweight, useful, and stable — but after a wild ride with version 3-0, you might find it’s got a lot more ‘fast and furious’ under the hood.
Looking for ways to catch errors in your writing? LanguageTool and Eloquent offer simple solutions with no fuss.
Sometimes, you really do just need to run a Windows app on Linux and perhaps WinBoat might make this easier with its promise of "seamless integration".
Ghostty sets itself apart from other terminals by offering speed, customization, and simplicity all in one place.
With the upcoming KDE Plasma 6.5 desktop environment series, scheduled for release in late October 2025, the KDE Project will introduce a new tool called KDE Initial System Setup that makes it easier for users to set up their newly installed systems.
With Alpaca, managing Ollama models on Linux is easier than ever — no proprietary tools required.
Brazil’s Regata OS 25 balances gaming and daily tasks in a polished package. Take a closer look at what this distro brings to the table.
n8n is a powerful open-source automation tool that lets you connect apps and build custom workflows. Learn how to install and use it on your own server.
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