Features
Notepad Plus
A programmable scratchpad
Boop, a digital scratchpad, lets you convert data from your desktop instead of exposing confidential data online. You can even extend Boop with your own functions using JavaScript.
Basic Hacks for Kobo E-Readers
E-reader Liberation
With a little hacking, you can free your Kobo e-reader from its proprietary chains. You may even transform your e-reader into a more general-purpose device.
Upgrade
Installing Xubuntu on a Dell notebook
Combining a Dell notebook with Xubuntu and an M.2 SSD makes for a reasonably priced, high-performance system for all your 3D printing projects.
Beyond the Web
Gopher, Gemini, and the rise of the small Internet
The danger and irritations of the modern web have unleashed a movement dedicated to creating a safer and simpler alternative. The old Gopher network and the new Gemini protocol have emerged as building blocks for this new "small Internet."
Elk Hunting
Getting started with the ELK Stack monitoring solution
ELK Stack is a powerful monitoring system known for efficient log management and versatile visualization. This hands-on workshop will help you take your first steps with setting up your own ELK Stack monitoring solution.
Tutorial – Gaming with Godot
Build a complete game with the Godot game engine
Creating a game requires a wide set of skills to combine graphics, animations, sound, double-clicks, and meticulous coding. The free and open source Godot game engine provides you with all the tools you need to get started.
The Latest Challenge to Copyleft
Copilot
GitHub's Copilot takes code autocompletion to a new level but raises copyleft licensing issues.
Expert Stitching
Create panoramic images from single shots with Hugin
Hugin is a tool for creating panoramic images, with many additional functions that make it a powerful supplement to your image editing toolbox.
Decoupled and Secure
Secure decoupled messaging with DANE and the TLSA resource record
Decoupled application design gets in the way of secure communication, but a little known feature of DNS can provide message security.
Double Your Security
Smartphone-based two-factor authentication
Protect your system from unwanted visitors with two-factor authentication.
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PipeWire 1.0 Officially Released
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Rocky Linux 9.3 is Available for Download
The latest version of the RHEL alternative is now available and brings back cloud and container images for ppc64le along with plenty of new features and fixes.
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Ubuntu Budgie Shifts How to Tackle Wayland
Ubuntu Budgie has yet to make the switch to Wayland but with a change in approaches, they're finally on track to making it happen.
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TUXEDO's New Ultraportable Linux Workstation Released
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AlmaLinux Will No Longer Be "Just Another RHEL Clone"
With the release of AlmaLinux 9.3, the distribution will be built entirely from upstream sources.
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elementary OS 8 Has a Big Surprise in Store
When elementary OS 8 finally arrives, it will not only be based on Ubuntu 24.04 but it will also default to Wayland for better performance and security.
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OpenELA Releases Enterprise Linux Source Code
With Red Hat restricting the source for RHEL, it was only a matter of time before those who depended on that source struck out on their own.
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StripedFly Malware Hiding in Plain Sight as a Cryptocurrency Miner
A rather deceptive piece of malware has infected 1 million Windows and Linux hosts since 2017.
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Experimental Wayland Support Planned for Linux Mint 21.3
As with most Linux distributions, the migration to Wayland is in full force. While some distributions have already made the move, Linux Mint has been a bit slower to do so.
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Window Maker Live 0.96.0-0 Released
If you're a fan of the Window Maker window manager, there's a new official release of the Linux distribution that champions the old-school user interface.