Features
Better Finds
Fuzzy text searches with agrep
The agrep tool expands on grep by adding fuzzy search capabilities to text string-matching operations.
New Voice
Surprises in SQL – State-of-the-art options in the standard query language
In recent times, many developers have come to view SQL as inflexible and limited, but this classical database language has some tricks and special features that many users don't know about.
Skillfully Packaged
Migrating Debian and Ubuntu packages to systemd
You might need to tweak your Debian or Ubuntu packages to get them to work with systemd.
United
Use mhddfs to group hard disks and directories
The multi-hard drive disk filesystem (mhddfs) combines directories or hard disks on a union filesystem to create a single, large, virtual filesystem that you can use both locally and via Samba or NFS.
Choosing a Spam Filter
Spam Filter Mechanics
Spam filters have different modes of operation. Understanding how they work can help you choose which one to use.
Members Only
Manage membership data through your website with Admidio
Admidio manages membership data online no matter what the platform and also manages event dates, times, and participants elegantly.
Sparklines
Conditional formatting in LibreOffice spreadsheets
Integrate graphical information alongside the data it represents with conditional formatting and sparklines.
Customizing KDE Plasma
Beyond Wallpaper
The KDE Plasma desktop environment has so many configuration options, it scares some users away. We look at some of the options to get you started.
Getting Parallel
Creating parallel applications with the Julia programming language
Parallel processing is indispensable today – particularly in the field of natural sciences and engineering. Normal desktop users, however, can also benefit from higher performance through parallel execution with at least four calculation cores.
On the Canvas
The latest ad tracking tricks and what to do about them
We'll tell you about some powerful new ad tracking techniques and how you can stop them.
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News
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KDE Plasma 5.27 Beta is Ready for Testing
The latest beta iteration of the KDE Plasma desktop is now available and includes some important additions and fixes.
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Netrunner OS 23 Is Now Available
The latest version of this Linux distribution is now based on Debian Bullseye and is ready for installation and finally hits the KDE 5.20 branch of the desktop.
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New Linux Distribution Built for Gamers
With a Gnome desktop that offers different layouts and a custom kernel, PikaOS is a great option for gamers of all types.
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System76 Beefs Up Popular Pangolin Laptop
The darling of open-source-powered laptops and desktops will soon drop a new AMD Ryzen 7-powered version of their popular Pangolin laptop.
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Nobara Project Is a Modified Version of Fedora with User-Friendly Fixes
If you're looking for a version of Fedora that includes third-party and proprietary packages, look no further than the Nobara Project.
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Gnome 44 Now Has a Release Date
Gnome 44 will be officially released on March 22, 2023.
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Nitrux 2.6 Available with Kernel 6.1 and a Major Change
The developers of Nitrux have officially released version 2.6 of their Linux distribution with plenty of new features to excite users.
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Vanilla OS Initial Release Is Now Available
A stock GNOME experience with on-demand immutability finally sees its first production release.
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Critical Linux Vulnerability Found to Impact SMB Servers
A Linux vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10 has been found to affect SMB servers and can lead to remote code execution.
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Linux Mint 21.1 Now Available with Plenty of Look and Feel Changes
Vera has arrived and although it is still using kernel 5.15, there are plenty of improvements sure to please everyone.