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5 Linux Distos Built for Creative Work
To the uninitiated, Linux may be nothing but arcane console commands, but it offers a great desktop experience and a ton of powerful multimedia applications. The distros we’re looking at here focus on helping you get creative work done. 1 Ubuntu Studio If you’re not sure where to start with Linux distros focused on getting creative work done, Ubuntu Studio…
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What Is Arch Linux, and How Is It Different From Other Versions of Linux?
Summary Arch is an independent distribution with a rolling release model and no corporate involvement. Arch delivers a lean and minimal installation, requiring manual setup of desktop environments and packages. Installing, using, and maintaining Arch Linux has a steep learning curve, but the ArchWiki serves as a comprehensive and reliable resource for users. Arch Linux might be the most misunderstood…
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CISA orders agencies to patch Linux kernel bug exploited in attacks
CISA has ordered federal agencies to secure their systems within three weeks against a high-severity Linux kernel flaw actively exploited in attacks. Tracked as CVE-2024-53104, the security bug was first introduced in kernel version 2.6.26 and was patched by Google for Android users on Monday. “There are indications that CVE-2024-53104 may be under limited, targeted exploitation,” the Android February 2025…
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How to Get Adobe Photoshop on Linux Using Wine
Summary Photoshop CC 2015 runs well on Linux with Wine, maintaining functionality and responsiveness. Installation requires Wine packages and the offline installer file for Photoshop CC 2015. Recommended for users seeking to run Adobe products on Linux, especially if willing to use older software versions. Need Adobe Photoshop on Linux? Sadly, you can’t run the current or even the recent…
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The 8 Easiest Ways to Share Files Between Linux and Windows
Quick Links SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) Sharing files between Linux and Windows can sometimes feel challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. Several reliable methods exist, whether transferring files over a network, using a dual-boot setup, or simply moving a few documents. I’ll start with the simplest options and move toward more advanced methods, so you can choose the…
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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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