The world of Linux desktop themes is an ever-evolving one, with new ones replacing old favorites all the time. Here are some really excellent available GTK themes. Check them out!
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How to Take a Screenshot of the Login Screen in Linux
Linux has a wide variety of screenshot utilities. Unfortunately, none of them are capable of capturing your login screen. There is a way, though. Learn how to take a screenshot of your Linux login screen.
Why You Should Use TimeShift in Linux Mint to Back Up Your Computer
Timeshift is excellent for creating and scheduling regular backups of your Linux desktop system. Learn how to use Timeshift on Linux Mint.
How to install Kodi on Your Raspberry Pi
How exactly do you get Kodi running on a Pi? You can either install Kodi on your Raspberry Pi or install a Kodi-focused media center OS. Learn how to install Kodi on your Pi in this article.
How to Install Skype in Ubuntu
Skype and Linux don’t have the best history, but installing Skype on Ubuntu has never been easier. Learn how to get the most popular VOIP client running on your Ubuntu Linux PC.
How to Overclock Your AMD GPU with AMDGPU on Linux
For AMD card owners, the utilities that you need to overclock your card are included in the drivers you already have installed. Here’s how you can easily overclock the AMD GPU to get the best performance possible.
Anarchy Linux: Arch Linux Made Easy
Anarchy Linux is a newcomer to the Linux world. Is it worth using, and where does it fit into the ecosystem of distributions? Find out more in this article.
Intel Pentium Gold and Silver Explained
Intel recently announced its Pentium Silver and Gold CPUs, but what exactly are they? Learn the differences between these two processors and where they fit in the current ecosystem.
Useful FFMPEG Commands for Managing Audio and Video Files
FFMPEG is a powerful command-line tool for manipulating your media files. Here are some of the FFMPEG commands you should know for managing your audio and video files.
How to Access Linux Virtual Machines Remotely Over VNC
Virtual machines are great, but they can be limiting if you want to use a graphical desktop remotely. VNC is the answer. Learn to set up a virtual machine from the command line and connect to it over VNC.
How to Enable Passwordless SSH Logins on Linux
Passwords suck. Using passwords for remote SSH logins on Linux really sucks. Learn how to create SSH encryption keys to log in to Linux servers securely without the need for a password.
What Is Kali Linux, and Do You Need It?
Kali Linux is a popular distribution for testing the security of computers and networks. What exactly is it? Is it something that the average computer user needs to know about?
How to Handle Meltdown and Spectre on Linux Ubuntu
Meltdown and Spectre are big security issues, and they affect almost every computer. For Linux (and Ubuntu) there are already a lot of updates available to fight Meltdown and Spectre. You only need to install them.
How to Check Your Linux PC for Meltdown or Spectre Vulnerability
One of the scariest realities of the Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities is just how widespread they are. Use these simple tools to see how your Linux PC is affected and what you can do.
How to Play Sound Through Two or More Output Devices in Linux
There are occasions where you may want to output audio to multiple devices at the same time. Learn how to configure Ubuntu to play audio through multiple devices.
Will 2018 Be the Year of the Linux Desktop
The “Year of the Linux Desktop” is a fabled time when Linux finally rises up and becomes the dominant desktop operating system, supplanting Windows. Will 2018 be the Year of the Linux Desktop? Let’s find out.
8 KDE Plasma Tips and Tricks to Improve Your Productivity
Plasma is a powerful and modern desktop environment for Linux. Aside from just looking good, Plasma comes with lots of tools and settings to help you get things done without wasting time.
Are Linux GUI Software Centers Any Good? Let’s Find Out!
Over the years, Linux has continued to become friendlier for new users. That push includes graphical software centers for installing and managing apps. It’s a great idea, but can GNOME and KDE Plasma pull it off?