Ubuntu Remote Desktop: Easy, Built-In, VNC Compatible

Do you need to connect to your computer remotely? Perhaps you’re in a different room and need to grab a file from it. Rather than get up, if you’re on the same network, this should be easy, regardless of the operating system. Using Ubuntu’s remote desktop tool gives you total control over your desktop from […]

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Desktop vs. Microsoft Store Apps: Which Should You Download?

Historically, you downloaded Windows software through an EXE file from its official website or a third-party download site (called a desktop app). But starting in Windows 8 and today with Windows 10, you also have the option of downloading apps from the Microsoft Store (known as store apps). Many apps are available as both traditional […]

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How to Change the Look and Feel of Your Windows 10 Desktop

While Windows 10 has a slick look out of the box, you may still wonder how to make Windows 10 look better. We’re here to explain the wealth of customization options that will make your computer more personal. Walk through these methods to change the look and feel of Windows, and your computer will be […]

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The Best Lean Linux Desktop Environment: LXDE vs. Xfce vs. MATE

Sometimes you need to get the most out of an old PC. Other times you have a high-performance system and want to dedicate all of that power to the task at hand. Either way, keeping everything as slim as possible is key. When you install Linux, there’s not a whole lot that you can easily […]

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