Alex Campbell
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Hands-on: The Purism Librem 15 builds serious security into a slender laptop
The Librem 15 offers both hardware and software privacy and security features in an attractive, open-source-friendly package. → Read More
How to get started with Linux: A beginner's guide
Trying Linux is easy--you can even install it on a USB drive or disc to try it out before committing. Enter the world of open-source here. → Read More
Pop! OS Linux from System76 is a rare DIY distro from a hardware vendor
Pop! OS is more than just another Linux distro. Many Linux OSes borrow from other OSes in one way or another but add their own spin to the OS in question--like a different desktop environment, for example. Pop! OS is not much different in this respect, except that it's developed by System76, a company that sells laptops and desktops preloaded with Ubuntu. Well, for now. System76 recently… → Read More
The SambaCry scare gives Linux users a taste of WannaCry-Petya problems
SambaCry, a big vulnerability in SMB/CIFS, has been patched, but users may need to take action to stay safe. → Read More
How to use Evernote in Linux
Evernote still doesn't officially support Linux, but that doesn't mean you can't get your note-taking on. → Read More
3 reasons to turn your Raspberry Pi into a DNS server with dnsmasq
Don't have a DD-WRT router? Get some of the same DHCP and DNS features with a Raspberry Pi. → Read More
The System76 Galago Pro is a fierce featherweight competitor for Linux lovers
Linux laptop lovers now have more choices. The System76 Galago Pro challenges the Dell XPS 13 for slimmest and fastest portable. → Read More
Why installing a text-mode web browser is a good idea
A text-based web browser like Links can save the day when Linux experimentation goes awry and prevents you from using a GUI. → Read More
Fight ransomware by running Windows in Linux as a virtual machine
You can minimize the damage caused by malware by running Windows in Linux as a virtual machine. A virtual machine's isolation helps keep you out of trouble. Here's how to do it. → Read More
Sync your files for free, and maintain privacy, using open-source Syncthing
Linux-based Syncthing lets you sync data for free and control who's is able to see it. → Read More
4 ways to take control of your Wi-Fi connections on Linux
Get better performance and security when using your Wi-Fi on Linux by editing your connections. → Read More
3 cool features in Ubuntu 17.04
The latest version of Ubuntu doesn't have a long list of upgrades for the desktop, but these three features are worth checking out. → Read More
Why Ubuntu dumping Unity is a good thing
While Unity 8 was something a lot of Ubuntu fans looked forward to, rolling with the GNOME project again has some positive points. → Read More
The Dell Precision 5520 is hobbled by Linux kernel 4.4
We really wanted the Dell Precision 5520 with Ubuntu to be a top-tier mobile Linux workstation, but we got a compatibility nightmare instead. → Read More
How to have a Linux home server on the cheap
Whether it's for the home or home office, a Linux server can provide an array of digital services for the family or a budding business. → Read More
Why you might want to skip Ubuntu 17.04
Long-term support (LTS) versions of Ubuntu are released in even-numbered years. The new Ubuntu coming out in April will only be supported until 2019. → Read More
How WebAssembly can transform how we use apps and the web
WebAssembly's embedded binary format has the ability to speed up performance and make applications available across platforms. → Read More
Kernel 4.10 gives Linux support for AMD Ryzen multithreading
AMD adds support for Zen's SMT in kernel code. → Read More
Kaby Lake is unleashed with Linux kernel 4.10
Kaby Lake got its groove back on Linux. → Read More
Arch Linux pulls the plug on 32-bit
Arch Linux is just the first to stop offering a 32-bit (or i686) version; expect other mainstream Linux desktop distributions to follow suit. → Read More