There used to be a time when a swap space was necessary for every Linux installation, but with modern PCs now having 8GB or more of RAM, is there still a need for a dedicated swap space? if you are using Ubuntu, do you need swap in Ubuntu? Many will answer positively. Others negatively. They … Read more
You haven’t decided yet if you want to make the jump to Ubuntu. You hear good things about it, but you don’t know what to expect. No worries, as this articles will show you a few ways you can take it for a spin without installing it on your PC. 1. Use the Live Environment … Read more
The Linux kernel is undoubtedly the most popular open-source kernel available. The Unix-based kernel has been in existence since 1991 and has made waves since then. The most recent Kernel update was released earlier this year and brings with it some exciting changes. What Is the Linux Kernel The Linux Kernel is responsible for interfacing … Read more
If you are new to Elementary OS, particularly if you are coming from a Windows (or Windows-like) operating system, you might be confused on how to minimize windows in Elementary OS. While it seems like a simple task, there is no minimize button for you to click, which makes it an almost impossible task. Here … Read more
Fedora Labs are pre-built images of Fedora 32 Workstation, a Linux distribution known for solid performance and new software packages. What the Labs do is provide users of a few common use cases access to an image that comes with all of the software they’d want in order to hit the ground running after they … Read more
I’m sure many seasoned Linux users have heard of Fedora Silverblue. For the uninitiated, Fedora Silverblue is an immutable variant of Fedora Workstation. That means that the core operating system is the same as every other installation of Fedora Silverblue, and it is read-only. You cannot change it, no matter how hard you try. The … Read more
Ah, the age old question: which distro should I use? It often sparks controversy, as many users of different distros want you to choose their team. However, there is often an overwhelming majority of users who suggest one of two distros. This article covers Fedora vs. Ubuntu to examine which one is better for you. … Read more
There are plenty of emulators that allow you to play Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) games in Ubuntu, but not all of them are equal. Many emulators prioritize speed over accuracy or accessibility over compatibility. The result is that most games work at more than acceptable framerates even on older computers. Higan is considered the … Read more
If you’d prefer to manage all your tasks directly from the terminal, Taskbook allows you to do that using simple commands. There’s no annoying GUI, nor waiting for pages to load. Everything is instant and only a keypress away. Let’s see how you can use it to organize all your tasks in the Terminal. Also … Read more
Desktop compositors have become a modern necessity, whether it be due to screen tearing or simply a yearning for desktop eye candy. While compositors often come at a cost – speed and resources – a tiny compositor is here to save the day: Compton. Able to run on even the lamest of machines, Compton can … Read more