Features
Not Your Dad's Database
An introduction to PostgreSQL
PostgreSQL, an open source object-relational database management system known for its reliability and extensibility, offers a robust feature set. If you are new to PostgreSQL, we help you get started with some of its most useful features.
Make It One with Linux
Hardware optimized for Linux
We interview TUXEDO Computers founder Herbert Feiler about the company's past, present, and future.
Sizing Up Partitions
Exploring partition options
Looking at partition choices for different situations, plus resizing.
Not So Brave New World
A for-profit, open source browser
The Brave browser promises speed and privacy, but its quest for profit compromises security at every turn.
Coming of Age
Desktop Organization with Plasma Activities
If you haven't looked at Plasma Activities in awhile, you should take a second look. Recent updates make the tool the ultimate for organizing your desktop.
What’s Old Is News Again
The Return of the Tiling Window Manager
Tiling desktops have been experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Here are a few options that can help keep your desktop better organized.
LibreOffice vs OpenOffice
The Clear Choice
While LibreOffice and OpenOffice have a shared past, LibreOffice outstrips OpenOffice in contributors, code commits, and features.
Impersonating Other Systems with the Zorin Appearance Tool
Chameleon
The Zorin Appearance tool can mimic the desktop layout of proprietary operating systems, making it appealing to newcomers.
Getting Ready for PipeWire
Heir Apparent
In the coming year, PipeWire will replace PulseAudio resulting in better audio on Linux. If you can't wait, here's what you need to know to get started with PipeWire.
Exploring the Trinity Desktop
TDE: Museum Piece or Modern Desktop Alternative?
Trinity Desktop Environment's latest release may seem like a trip back in time due to archaic features, but it does offer a functional desktop for modern computing and, more importantly, freedom of choice.
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