Linux

How to Disable Super Key in Ubuntu While Running Full Screen Apps

One way to prevent the accidental pressing of the Super key is to disable Super key when in full screen mode. Here is a simple script to do so in Ubuntu.

Best Linux Adobe Alternatives You Need to Know

Looking for a few solid Adobe alternatives for Linux? You’re not alone. Luckily there are some great options currently available.

QTodoTxt – A todo.txt GUI Client for Linux

Todo.txt provides a simple format for recording todo tasks. QTodoTxt is a great todo.txt GUI client for Linux. Check it out.

Betty, the Siri-Like Helper for Linux Command Line

It can be difficult to remember all the commands in Linux. Betty is a Siri-like helper for the Linux command line that allows you use the Linux command line through natural language input.

Turtl: A Secure Open-Source Evernote Alternative for Linux

Do you know that your data in Evernote is unencrypted by default? If you’re on Linux, and are looking for a secure, encrypted alternative to Evernote, Turtl is one such open source app you should check out.

How to Add Users in Ubuntu Server

Want to know how to add a user to Ubuntu server? Here we’ll go over various methods to add users in Ubuntu – add users to groups, set up sudo, and even delete users!

How to Add Recent Files Quicklists in Ubuntu Unity Launcher

The RecentQuicklist script allows you to add recent files quicklists to Unity Launcher in Ubuntu. Here is how you can use it to improve your productivity.

How to Set Active Hours and Prevent Your Windows From Auto-restarting

Frustrated with Windows auto-restarting itself while updating the system? Here is how you can set active hours and custom restart options in Windows 10 to prevent accidental auto-restart from happening.

5 of the Best Download Managers for Ubuntu

Browsers aren’t the only tools for downloading files. Want to download more file types or have more control? Here are 5 of the best download managers for Ubuntu.

4 Apps to Listen to Internet Radio Stations on Linux

Apps for Internet radio stations on Linux can be hard to find if you don’t know where to look. Luckily, we’ve found these four great apps for you. Check them out.

Parrot Security OS: A Debian-Based Distribution for Security Research

Meet Parrot Security OS: a Linux distribution with loads of tools to accomplish your security research along with some useful cloud components. Read all about it!

Use EncryptPad Text Editor to Edit and Encrypt Files in Ubuntu

EncryptPad is an open source text editor for Linux with the ability to encrypt files and encrypt/decrypt binary files. Here’s how to install and use it.

Stream Local Media from the Command Line to ChromeCast with Stream2chromecast

Stream2chromecast lets you stream local media from your computer as well as from the Internet to your Chromecast. It works right from the command line. Here’s how.

How to Download, Install, and Use Command Line-Based Web Browser Lynx in Ubuntu

Lynx is an open source Web browser that lets you access websites from the command line; it only displays the text part of a Web page. Here’s how it works.

5 Ways to Encrypt Email for Linux

Email is still important for business, and it is necessary to keep it encrypted. Here are 5 ways you can encrypt your email on Linux!

10 of the Best Gnome Applications from Third-Party Developers

Thanks to the Ubuntu community there is a great deal of third-party software that integrates perfectly with Gnome Shell. Here are 10 of the best Gnome applications.

6 of the Best Terminal-Based CLI Games for Linux

Linux geeks & system admins may prefer to play games in the terminal where they spend most of their time. Here are 6 of the best terminal-based CLI games for Linux.

QuiEdit Gives You a Distraction-Free Writing Experience in Ubuntu

If you’re looking for a distraction-free writing experience in Ubuntu, look no further. QuiEdit is a full-screen text editor focused on writing in Markdown.

Tweak the Number of Workspaces in Unity [Ubuntu]

By default, Ubuntu’s Unity desktop only has four workspaces. If this isn’t enough or too many, here’s how you can tweak the number of workspaces in Unity.

Access Your Gmail and Google Inbox on Linux Using Wmail

Longing for a native and friendlier way to access your Gmail and Google Inbox on Linux? Meet Wmail, an open-source desktop email client.

Indicator-Stickynotes is a Sticky Notes App for Your Ubuntu Desktop

Indicator-Stickynotes is a sticky notes app for Ubuntu, written in Python3 and GTK3. It lets you make notes that can act as reminders. Here’s how to use it.

How To Create ISO Files In Linux

It is easy to burn an ISO file to a CD/DVD-ROM, but it may not be easy to create ISO file. This article shows you how to create ISO files in Linux.

The Easiest Way to Create a Bootable USB Installer on Ubuntu

Ubuntu comes with the Gnome Disks application that allows you to easily create a bootable USB installer. Check out the tutorial here.

How to Try Out Firefox’s New Web Rendering Engine Servo on Linux

Servo is a new web rendering engine by Mozilla. In a few years it may just be replacing Gecko in Firefox. Here’s how to try it out right now.

How to Really Clear the Terminal Screen in Linux

The clear command or CTRL+L can be used to shift Terminal output upward, but what if you want to totally clear the terminal screen? That’s where the reset command comes into play.

How to Install the New Mycroft Assistant on Linux and Gnome Shell

MyCroft Assistant is an open source ‘smart AI’ platform like Google Now, Amazon Echo, and Microsoft Cortana. Here’s how to install MyCroft on Linux and Gnome Shell.

Force Yourself to Take Periodic Breaks in Ubuntu Using Take a Break

Time flies when you’re on the computer. If you find it hard to tear yourself away, “Take a Break” will force you to take periodic breaks in Ubuntu.

Notepadqq: Notepad++ Alternative for Linux

Looking for a Notepad++ alternative for Linux? Notepadqq is the one you are looking for.

Upload Images to Your Flickr Account From Ubuntu Using Frogr

There hasn’t been a way to access or upload images to Flickr from Ubuntu until now thanks to Frogr, a Flickr upload app for the GNOME desktop environment.

Snap Packages vs. Flatpaks: The Differences and Which One You Should Use

There are two new universal installer packages for Linux: Snap and Flatpack. Want to know their differences? Let’s compare Snap packages and Flatpaks.

How to Set Up “Let’s Encrypt” Free SSL Certificate in Nginx (Ubuntu)

If you have a website and are keen to implement SSL, Let’s Encrypt is a great option. Here’s how to set up Let’s Encrypt in a Nginx Ubuntu server.

Easily Run Ubuntu Snap Packages on Other Linux Distros

If you are not using Ubuntu but are keen to try out the Snap packages, here is how you can run Ubuntu Snap Packages on other Linux distros.

Use a Dual-Panel File Manager for Better Productivity

Double Commander is an open-source, dual-panel file manager that’s available for various OS platforms including Linux. It is inspired by Total Commander. Check it out.

How to Directly Copy/Paste Images to/from Clipboard in Ubuntu Nautilus

Nautilus-copypaste-images is a plugin that lets you copy an image file in Nautilus and directly paste it as an image to an image editor like Gimp. Here’s how it works

Use These Four Simple Steps to Compile Linux Programs from Source

It’s not difficult to compile Linux programs from source. Start with a tarball and follow four simple steps. This guide shows you how it’s done.

How to Hide Linux Command Line History by Going Incognito

Sometimes you just want things to stay between you and ….. you! Luckily, you can even hide the Linux Command Line History by using Incognito Mode. Here’s how.

How to Get Weather Details of a Location from Linux Command Line Using WTTR.IN

Did you know it’s possible to get weather information via the Linux Command Line without installing a utility? It is, thanks to WTTR.IN! Here’s how.

View Your Linux System Information with Fanbox

Looking for a way to keep an eye on Linux system information from your desktop? Check out Fanbox, an HTML5, CSS and Javascript-based dashboard.

Try Any Linux Flavor from a USB Stick with Linux AIO

Tired of making Linux live USB disks over and over again? Meet Linux AIO: a tool that takes all current spins of popular Linux distributions and compiles them into one flashable ISO file.

How to Handle App/OS Freezes in Linux

Like any other software, Linux systems and apps can freeze and stop working at times. Here’s how you can handle App/OS Freezes in Linux.

How to Prominently Display Keystrokes in Screencasts Using Screenkey [Ubuntu]

Want to display keystrokes in screencasts on Ubuntu? Meet Screenkey: a command line app that makes sure your keystrokes are better displayed.

The Linux Rolling Release Model

Some Linux distributions have adopted a Rolling Release Model that will continuously update your operating system; you only have to install your OS once. Here’s a deeper look.

How to Access Geo-Restricted Websites on Ubuntu Using Lantern

Tired of geo-restricted websites ruining your day? Lantern is an Internet proxy tool worth checking out. It lets you access blocked sites. Here’s how.

Make Telegram More User-Friendly with Cutegram

Cutegram is a free and open source Telegram client for GNU/Linux focusing on user-friendly compatibility with Linux desktop environments. Here’s how it works.

How to Turn Off Notifications in Ubuntu Using NoNotifications

Tired of Ubuntu’s notifications? nonotifs (aka NoNotifications) is a simple indicator to temporarily suppress notifications of notify-osd (notify-send). Check it out.

How to Create an Animated GIF of Your Screencast in Linux

Ever wanted to record your Linux desktop and create an animated GIF out of it? Silentcast to the rescue! This software allows you to do both.

Reasons and Solutions for “Unable to Lock (/var/lib/dpkg/)” Error in Ubuntu

Ever encountered the ‘Unable to lock (/var/lib/dpkg/)’ error on Ubuntu? Here are all the aspects related to this error and how to safely get rid of it.