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Best of Linux Magazine 2024

This special issue gathers a selection of the best and most practical articles from recent editions of Linux Magazine. Whether you're new to Linux or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something useful in the tips, tools, and technologies inside.

Node-RED
Node-RED lets you connect ready-made code building blocks to create event-driven applications with little or no code writing.

ChatGPT Clients
Do you think ChatGPT only works in your web browser? You can also access the global chat phenomenon from your desktop -- or even from the Linux command line.

Getting Started with Git
Git comes up all the time in discussions of Linux, but in our new world of repositories and package managers, many users are still unfamiliar with it. Read on to get started with this powerful version control environment.

Git Cheat Sheet
Frequently used Git commands at a glance.

Upscayl
Want to create a poster from an everyday photo image? Upscayl uses state-of-the-art AI algorithms to scale up images without loss.

Virtual Memory
Virtual memory makes your system safer and more efficient. But what is it really? We take a look inside this powerful feature that is built into Linux.

Xidel
Xidel lets you easily extract and process data from XML, HTML, and JSON documents.

Shell Genie
Shell Genie uses artificial intelligence to convert your questions into commands in the terminal.

Programming Snapshot -- Google Drive Search Tool
To help check his Google Drive files with three different pattern matchers, Mike builds a command-line tool in Go to maintain a meta cache.

E-Commerce Solution
Thirty bees offers a feature rich, open source e-commerce solution for setting up your online store.

Attacking SSH
Sometimes the only way to break into an SSH server is through brute force -- and yes, there are tools for that.

Security and Privacy Extensions
Many hands are hard at work on problems of Internet security and privacy. If you're looking to lock down your surfing experience, try these privacy-focused browser extensions.

Laptop Security
Linux is quite secure compared to the alternatives, but you'll need a few additional steps if you really want to lock it down. We'll introduce you to some practical tools for antivirus protection, firewall configuration, and sandboxing.

strace and Firejail
Software from unknown sources always poses some risks. With the strace analysis tool and the Firejail sandbox, you can monitor and isolate unknown applications to safeguard your system.

Tutorial -- Zint
Zint converts text, contact data, URLs, WiFi access credentials, and more into easily distributable barcodes or QR codes at the push of a button.

Photo Collages
Limited software exists for designing photo collages on Linux. Depending on your needs, PhotoCollage and Fotowall can help you create appealing collages.

Artisan Keycaps
Artisan keycaps elevate the mechanical to the magnificent.