Features
A More Modern Man Page
Explainshell – A New Use for Man Pages
Explainshell aims to make documentation more accessible.
What's the Name?
Secure name resolution with DNS-over-TLS
Ordinary DNS sends queries in plaintext. If you're looking for something safer, dial up the privacy with DNS-over-TLS.
Keyboard Eavesdropping
An introduction to acoustic keyloggers
Is someone listening in on your typing? Learn more about how acoustic keyloggers work.
Together
Bonding your network adapters for better performance
Combining your network adapters can speed up network performance – but a little more testing could lead to better choices.
Keyboardio: Waiting for Chrysalis
A Graphical Interface for Customizing Keyboard Layouts
How is the popular keyboard manufacturer's graphical installer after nine years in development?
Snake Charmer
Using Python in the browser
PyScript lets you use your favorite Python libraries on client-side web pages.
Get Organized
Scheduling tools for Linux
If you need help staying organized, Linux does not let you down with its large collection of organization and scheduling tools.
Domains Gone Astray
Preventing DNS subdomain hijacking
Attackers can use poorly maintained DNS records to gain access to your IP address. The open source DNS Reaper lets you monitor your records to ward off attacks.
Keys, shells, and layouts – find the right keyboard for your needs
What to Look for in an Ergonomic Keyboard
Today there are increasing options for keyboards better suited to long days spent at a desk, including options for customization.
Hunting and Gathering
Researching a target with passive reconnaissance tools
Cyberattacks often start with preliminary research on network assets and the people who use them. We'll show you some of the tools attackers use to get information.
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News
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Roll Out the Cake: Linux Turns 35
35 years ago, a Finnish student began a humble project that would forever change the course of technology.
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China Switching from Windows to Linux
China has ordered several government agencies to drop a Chinese-developed version of Windows 10 in favor of either KylinOS or UOS.
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Pine64 Halts Production of Linux Devices
With continued DRAM and eMMC shortages, Pine64 has decided to discontinue production of Linux devices.
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The Bullet-Proof KDE Software Initiative Is Coming
KDE, Techpaladin, and Kubuntu Focus have announced a new initiative that will provide at least three years of support for KDE Plasma 6.6 LTS and related software.
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Linux Mint Shares a Possible Kernel Cleanup Solution
For those on Linux Mint who like to keep multiple kernels around but don't want them to take up too much space, you might be getting a new automated tool.
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CachyOS Gets an Update
CachyOS August 2026 release is now available with the latest version of KDE, some new features, and plenty of improvements.
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The Linux Kernel Dev Staging Area Now Rejects AI-Generated Patches
Unless a kernel patch is a valid security fix, it will be rejected if it was created using AI.
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Linux Surpasses Double-Digit Market Share
According to two sources, the Linux operating system has hit a major milestone in market share that naysayers thought would never happen.
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AI Helped Develop a Linux Exploit
A use-after-free race exploit was discovered and exploited on CentOS Stream 9.
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Yet Another Linux Kernel Vulnerability Discovered
Affecting millions of systems, a kernel flaw discovered by Qualys could allow users to gain root privileges.