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Better Decisions

Complex decisions require the evaluation of multiple criteria. This article shows how to support such decisions with Linux, Python, and the TOPSIS Multi-Criteria Decision Model.
The Scientist's Linux Toolbox

Linux and science are a natural fit. These are a handful of essential software packages both for getting work done and presenting it to others.
Cheers! Celebrating 20 years of Linux Magazine
Editor-in-chief Joe Casad reflects on the enchanting 20-year story of Linux Magazine.
Ghost Hunter

How do you find a process running on a Linux system by start time? The question sounds trivial, but the answer is trickier than it first appears.
Ghost Hunter
How do you find a process running on a Linux system by start time? The question sounds trivial, but the answer is trickier than it first appears.
Lock It Up
Lockdown mode makes your Linux system more secure and even prevents root users from modifying the kernel.
Tweak Talk
If you are looking for ways to speed up your Linux, consider this collection of curated performance tweaks.
System76 Launches Ryzen-Powered Laptop
The new System76 Serval WS includes a powerful AMD Ryzen CPU.
Lenovo Upping Their Linux Support
Lenovo is now offering full certification and Linux preinstalled hardware.
Tuxedo Computers Joins the Ryzen Bandwagon
Tuxedo Computers has released the Tuxedo Boot BA15 with an AMD Ryzen 3500 CPU.
Linux Apps on Windows Is Coming
Linux GUI apps will be coming to Windows Subsystem for Linux.
Interactive Cheat Sheet
When the history function fails and the manpage is too long, navi comes to the rescue with an interactive cheat sheet for the shell.
Shedding Weight
For older computers with 32-bit processors, BunsenLabs Helium offers a lean alternative to popular Linux distributions. Our lab investigates how well the system performs on antiquated hardware.
Official Evernote Client Coming to Linux
The most widely-used note-taking app is coming to Linux.
Issue 245/2021
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News
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Mageia 8 is Now Available with Linux 5.10 LTS
The latest release of Mageia includes improved graphics support for both AMD and NVIDIA GPUs.
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GNOME 40 Beta has been Released
Anyone looking to test the beta for the upcoming GNOME 40 release can now do so.
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OpenMandriva Lx 4.2 has Arrived
The latest stable version of OpenMandriva has been released and offers the newest KDE desktop and ARM support.
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Thunderbird 78 is being ported to Ubuntu 20.04
The Ubuntu developers have made the decision to port the latest release of Thunderbird to the LTS version of the platform.
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Elementary OS is Bringing Multi-Touch Gestures to the OS
User-friendly Linux distribution, elementary OS, is working to make using the fan-favorite platform even better for laptops.
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Decade-Old Sudo Flaw Discovered
A vulnerability has been discovered in the Linux sudo command that’s been hiding in plain sight.
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Another New Linux Laptop has Arrived
Slimbook has released a monster of a Linux gaming laptop.
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Mozilla VPN Now Available for Linux
The promised subscription-based VPN service from Mozilla is now available for the Linux platform.
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Wayland and New App Menu Coming to KDE
The 2021 roadmap for the KDE desktop environment includes some exciting features and improvements.
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Deepin 20.1 has Arrived
Debian-based Deepin 20.1 has been released with some interesting new features.