You’re probably happy with your Linux operating system, but from time to time its good to refresh things. One way to do this is to replace some of the default applications and components. Think the default file manager, the text editor, or even the desktop environment or kernel. One switchable component that is often overlooked […]
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If you’ve heard of Ubuntu, the most popular version of Linux for desktop PCs, there’s a good chance you’ve also heard of Debian and Linux Mint. With so many Linux distributions to choose from, a newcomer can understandably have a hard time telling them all apart. In this case, these three options have a great […]
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Since 2013 the Steam gaming platform’s developer Valve has maintained its own Linux-based operating system: SteamOS. Originally intended for a range of now-abandoned “Steam Machine”-branded hardware, this Linux gaming OS can be installed on any computer. But is SteamOS any good for Linux gaming? Can you rely solely on SteamOS for gaming, or should you […]
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When you’re looking for a new Linux distro to install, you notice two things: the name, and the desktop environment. A quick browse shows obvious differences between Ubuntu, Fedora, Linux Mint, Debian, openSUSE, and many other variants of Linux. But why are there so many Linux distributions and what is the difference between them? The […]
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Using Linux distros like Ubuntu can take some getting used to. If you’ve switched from Windows or Mac, it can be jarring. After all, with a choice of desktop environments, file managers, and ways to install software, it can be overwhelming. Think the learning curve is steep? Think again. While there is much to take […]
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Minecraft is arguably one of the most popular, games available. But getting the game running right can be a challenge. For Linux users, optimizing Minecraft can be challenging if you don’t know what you’re doing. While Minecraft usually runs well, lower spec systems can encounter occasional performance issues. Whether you have a top end gaming […]
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