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A Big Change for Ubuntu Linux Releases Is Here
Summary Canonical has introduced monthly “snapshot” Ubuntu releases for better testing of major point releases in development. The snapshots are not a switch to rolling release for Ubuntu, but a way to test new changes sooner and more efficiently. Snapshot 1 for Ubuntu 25.10 is already available on Ubuntu’s website for testing. Canonical, the company that develops the Ubuntu Linux…
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3 Linux Problems I Actually Managed to Fix on My Own
I’ve been regularly using Linux in various forms for around six years now, and in my time I’ve encountered my fair share of confounding and infuriating problems. I’m recounting them here to preserve and pass on what I’ve learned, if also to flash my feathers a little bit. The “Bad Interpreter” Error When Running Bash Scripts I had a phase…
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5 Great Linux Utilities to Monitor Your System Resources in the Terminal
Although the standard Linux utilities have served us well over the years, in some scenarios they fall short. If you’ve ever found yourself writing a one-liner to poll a command or struggling to parse a badly formatted table, then it’s a clear sign that the tools at hand are lacking. What you need are better tools; what I have are…
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awk Command in Linux
The awk command is not just a command; it’s a scripting language, just like bash. The awk command is used for advanced pattern scanning, data extraction, and text manipulation. Because of its scripting support, it is useful for Linux power users, whether an administrator, a developer, or a Linux enthusiast. For instance, a system administrator can swiftly examine, i.e., log…
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Why I Switched to Linux From Windows (It Wasn’t the Bugs or Updates)
Is your Windows PC working as expected—without any bugs or problems—but you still feel unsatisfied using it? Well, you don’t need one thing to be faulty to switch to another! Here’s why I switched to Linux, even though my Windows system was working fine! As far as I can remember, I have never encountered any system-breaking bugs or BSOD (Blue…
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5 Paid and Donation-Based Linux Distros
Did you know that some Linux distros actually ask you for your money? So what features do they offer to compete against absolutely free alternatives? Here are five paid Linux distros to help you get an idea of the premium Linux world. While Linux is praised for being free and powerful, it can also be hard to customize and maintain.…
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After Switching to Linux, This App Helped Me Drop Google for Good
Tired of Google’s grip on your data? After switching to Linux, I found the perfect self-hosted app to replace Google Drive, Photos, Calendar, Docs, and more, all on my terms. Here’s how I took back control of my privacy and my data. When I first made the jump to Linux, I felt like I’d taken a huge step toward digital…
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15 Popular Games You Can Surprisingly Play on Linux
Gone are the days when Linux gamers had to jump through hoops to make their favorite games work on their favorite distro. Thanks to Valve and Proton, freshest releases work day one on Linux gaming machines with little to no tinkering. Even massive, triple-A blockbusters often work day and date on Linux, something that was considered nigh impossible just a…
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These 5 Reasons People Hate Linux Are Exactly Why I Love It
Ever wondered why Linux fans are so passionate about their OS while others only complain about it? Is it a matter of one side being blind to the virtues (or flaws) of the operating system? Well, let me show you how exactly the same qualities of Linux hated by some can be loved by others—like me! The mainstream computing world…
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Microsoft fixes Linux boot issues on dual-boot Windows systems
Microsoft has fixed a known issue preventing Linux from booting on dual-boot systems with Secure Boot enabled after installing the August 2024 Windows security updates. The list of affected systems includes those running client (Windows 10 and Windows 11) and server (Windows Server 2012 and later) OS versions. This issue is triggered by a Secure Boot Advanced Targeting (SBAT) update that blocks UEFI shim bootloaders vulnerable to…
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