Odysseas Kourafalos, Author at Make Tech Easier

6 Beautiful Linux Icon Themes You Should Install

There are plenty of icon sets for Linux to radically change your desktop’s looks. Let’s see some beautiful Linux icon themes to upgrade your OS’s look.

Ubuntu 20.04 Review: ZFS, Snap Store and Faster Desktop

Ubuntu released its latest long-term support version 20.04 Focal Fossa. Has it improved over its previous version? Read our Ubuntu 20.04 review here.

How to Install Java Runtime in Ubuntu

Java is not installed by default in Ubuntu, but it is required to run Java applications. This article will show you how to install Java runtime in Ubuntu.

How to Work with Workspaces in Gnome

Gnome3 doesn’t make it easy for you to manage your workspaces. Let’s see how you can work with multiple workspaces in Gnome.

How to Set Up a Firewall in Linux

If you are a new Linux user, you might not know how to configure the firewall in your system. Here is how you can set up a Firewall in Linux.

How to Download Your Files Faster with Persepolis

When downloading large files, it’s worth using a download manager like Persepolis. Learn how you can download files faster with Persepolis.

Freeplane: A Useful Cross-Platform Mind-Mapping Software

Freeplane is one of the best free open-source mind mapping software. Let’s see how you can use Freeplane to create mind maps.

Boxy SVG Tutorial: How to Create a Custom Folder Icon

Are you looking to create your own custom folder icon? Here are the step-by-step instructions to create a simple folder icon in this Boxy SVG tutorial.

How to Compress Your Files Faster with pigz

Pigz is a multi-threaded implementation of gzip that allows you to compress files to the gzip format quickly. Here is how to compress files with pigz.

How to Change Icons in Gnome 3

If there is only a specific icon you’d like to swap, Gnome 3 provides a simple way to do that. Learn how you can easily change icons in Gnome 3.

How to Organize Your Inbox with QuickFilters in Thunderbird

You can make use of quickFilters in Thunderbird to create filters from any incoming email and emulate the priority inbox feature in Gmail.

How to Take and Annotate Screenshots with Ksnip in Linux

A screenshot is a good way to show others what is on your screen. Let’s see how you can easily take a screenshot and annotate it with Ksnip in Linux.

How to Easily Get Hardware Information About Your Linux PC

Instead of having to disassemble your Linux PC to look at each part individually, you can use HardInfo to display the hardware information of your PC.

How to Install Microsoft Truetype Fonts in Linux

If you need to send documents to Windows users, you may need to use Microsoft fonts on the documents. Here’s how to install Microsoft Fonts in Linux.

What Are the Best Linux Filesystems in 2020?

When formatting a hard disk to install your Linux system, you have to decide on the best Linux filesystem to use. EXT4 is the most popular, but is it the best?

Use These Keyboard Shortcuts to Quickly Move Around in Bash

Did you know there are keyboard shortcuts in Bash you can use to edit or tweak your commands quickly and avoid having to retype everything?

How to Sync Your Files Over P2P Network with Resilio Sync

Resilio Sync is a great solution for syncing files between devices. It creates a P2P network between your devices, so your files stay on your devices.

The Best Web Apps to Dictate Your Docs and Notes

If you prefer to type with your voice rather than the keyboard, here are some of the best web apps for you to dictate your notes online. Check them out.