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Linux gets support for the Copilot key – Computerworld
There is a special Copilot key on some Windows laptops that can be used to launch Microsoft’s AI assistant — and now support for the key is coming to Linux. That support has been added in version 6.14 of Linux, though exactly what it will be used for depends on which Linux-based operating system you are running. Most users are…
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How to remove Linux entry from File Explorer for Windows 11
To remove the Linux entry from File Explorer, open the Registry Editor, create the {B2B4A4D1-2754-4140-A2EB-9A76D9D7CDC6} key, set the System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree DWORD to 0, and restart the computer. On Windows 11, it’s possible to remove the “Linux” entry from the navigation pane on File Explorer, but it requires you to modify the Registry, and in this guide, I’ll explain how to complete…
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This Tool Automatically Syncs Files Between My Linux and Windows PC
Summary Seamlessly sync files between Windows and Linux without cloud reliance using Syncthing. Install and set up Syncthing on Windows and Linux for secure file sharing. Syncthing requires both systems to be online for file synchronization to work. Tired of manually copying files between operating systems or relying on cloud storage? Here’s how I use Syncthing to seamlessly sync files…
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How to Quickly Give Users sudo Privileges in Linux
How many times have you created a new user on a Linux machine, only to find out that the new user doesn’t have sudo privileges? Without the ability to use sudo, that user is limited in what they can do. This, of course, is by design, because you certainly don’t want every user on your system to have admin privileges.…
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Why You Should Keep All Your Linux Dotfiles on GitHub
Summary Managing dotfiles with git can save time and provide a robust backup option. Storing dotfiles in a version control system (VCS) like git can ensure a consistent setup across multiple machines. Using GitHub to host dotfiles allows for easy sharing and collaboration. Dotfiles are an accessible, powerful way of configuring your Linux system. But how do you keep track…
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How to switch from Windows 10 to Linux Mint (and why)
As the end of support for Windows 10 approaches on October 14, 2025, you might be considering alternative operating systems to maintain security and functionality. One compelling option that you may be hearing more often is Linux Mint, a free, open-source operating system renowned for its user-friendly interface and stability. Although switching from Windows 10 to Linux Mint (in this…
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How to Set Up an SFTP Server on Linux
Any Linux server distribution is a very powerful server that performs above and beyond what your business might need. Whatever task you throw at the server, it will be ready. And, if it isn’t ready out of the box, you can make it so. If you aren’t sure about SFTP, it is the FTP service built into Secure Shell (SSH),…
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Linux Foundation Announces Initiative to Support Chromium
The Linux Foundation announced on Thursday a fund to support and organize open projects to build Chromium-based browsers. The Supporters of Chromium-Based Browsers now accepts new members. “With the launch of the Supporters of Chromium-Based Browsers, we are taking another step forward in empowering the open source community,” said Jim Zemlin, executive director of the Linux Foundation, in a press…
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50+ Essential Linux Commands You Should Know
> File And System Management Commands File and system management commands let you, well, manage files and certain parts of your system with ease. 12. pwd – Print Working Directory If you ever get lost in the Linux filesystem, run the pwd command. It stands for “print working directory” and as the name suggests, it shows your current position in…
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How To Set up a Cron Job in Linux
Cron is a time-based job scheduler that lets you schedule tasks and run scripts periodically at a fixed time, date, or interval. Moreover, these tasks are called cron jobs. With cron jobs, you can efficiently perform repetitive tasks like clearing cache, synchronizing data, system backup and maintenance, etc. These cron jobs also have other features like command automation, which can…
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