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Learn Linux and get from a beginner to expert user with these Linux tutorials.

The Bash Special Characters You Should Know About

The Bash Special Characters You Should Know About

In Bash, not all characters are equal. Here are some of the more important ash special characters you should know.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Oct 5, 2020
How to Set Up Bluetooth in Linux

How to Set Up Bluetooth in Linux

Not all Linux distributions come with Bluetooth installed. If you need to use Bluetooth, here is how you can set up Bluetooth in Linux.

By William Elcock / Oct 2, 2020
Enlightenment Desktop Review: A Beautiful, Lightweight but Different Desktop Manager

Enlightenment Desktop Review: A Beautiful, Lightweight but Different Desktop Manager

Enlightenment is an extremely lightweight window manager that has a huge amount of utility baked into it. Check out our Enlightenment review here.

By John Perkins / Oct 1, 2020
How to Manage Users in Ubuntu

How to Manage Users in Ubuntu

In this tutorial, we show you how to add and manage users in Ubuntu, change their privileges, and set up a common folder for file sharing.

By Andy Channelle / Sep 30, 2020
How to Fix the “No Installation Candidate” Problem in Ubuntu

How to Fix the “No Installation Candidate” Problem in Ubuntu

In Ubuntu, you may encounter the “no installation candidate” issue when installing an application via the terminal. Here are some ways to fix it.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Sep 29, 2020
How to Disable Lock Screen in Ubuntu

How to Disable Lock Screen in Ubuntu

If you’re the only one using your computer, you can disable the login screen. Here’s how you can disable the lock screen in Ubuntu.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Sep 28, 2020
How to Install CentOS on a Raspberry Pi

How to Install CentOS on a Raspberry Pi

Raspberry Pi is widely used as a home server. Here is how to install CentOS on your Raspberry Pi to create a rock-solid home server.

By John Perkins / Sep 25, 2020
Deepin Desktop Review: A Stylish Distro and Desktop Environment

Deepin Desktop Review: A Stylish Distro and Desktop Environment

Deepin is not a desktop environment that everybody will feel comfortable with. This Deepin Desktop review will discuss its features and who should use it.

By John Perkins / Sep 24, 2020
How to Make XFCE’s Panels and Terminal Transparent

How to Make XFCE’s Panels and Terminal Transparent

XFCE is very customizable, and you can easily change the color of the panel. Here is how you can make the XFCE panel and terminal transparent.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Sep 23, 2020
Mastering Ubuntu Apt And Become An Apt Guru

Mastering Ubuntu Apt And Become An Apt Guru

As you get familiar with Ubuntu APT, you will even be able to manage your apps more quickly. Here’s a guide to help you master Ubuntu Apt.

By William Elcock / Sep 22, 2020
How to Monitor, Clean, and Optimize Linux with Stacer

How to Monitor, Clean, and Optimize Linux with Stacer

Are you looking for ways to optimize your Linux system? Stacer includes everything you need to monitor, clean, and optimize your Linux system.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Sep 21, 2020
How to Change the Screen Resolution in Ubuntu

How to Change the Screen Resolution in Ubuntu

If your desktop is not displaying the right resolution, this tutorial shows you how you can check and change the screen resolution in Ubuntu.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Sep 16, 2020
How to Manage Your Startup Applications in Ubuntu

How to Manage Your Startup Applications in Ubuntu

It is easy to manage the startup applications in Ubuntu and clean out those apps and the process that you don’t need during bootup. Here’s how to do it.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Sep 15, 2020
How to Record System Sound on Linux

How to Record System Sound on Linux

Ever wanted to record whatever you played on your speakers directly to an MP3 file? Here is how you can record system sound in Linux.

By John Perkins / Sep 14, 2020
How to Stream Audio from Linux to Chromecast and Google Home

How to Stream Audio from Linux to Chromecast and Google Home

Casting your audio from Linux to another speaker is easy. Here we show you how you can stream audio from Linux to Chromecast.

By Andy Channelle / Sep 11, 2020
Budgie Desktop  Review: A Beautiful Desktop that Looks Like Gnome

Budgie Desktop Review: A Beautiful Desktop that Looks Like Gnome

Budgie is a beautiful desktop that aims to provide sane defaults and a beautiful interface. Find out more in this Budgie desktop review.

By John Perkins / Sep 10, 2020
How to Install Arch Linux on Raspberry Pi

How to Install Arch Linux on Raspberry Pi

Raspberry Pi can work with different operating systems. Let’s take a look at how you can install Arch Linux on Raspberry Pi.

By William Elcock / Sep 8, 2020
LXDE vs XFCE: Which Is the Better Lightweight Desktop Environment?

LXDE vs XFCE: Which Is the Better Lightweight Desktop Environment?

In the hunt for the lightest Desktop Environments, we pitted LXDE vs. XFCE to see which of them is the better lightweight desktop environment.

By John Perkins / Sep 7, 2020
How to Minimize Spotify to the System Tray in Linux

How to Minimize Spotify to the System Tray in Linux

Recent versions of the Spotify client for Linux don’t have the minimize ability. Follow this to minimize Spotify to the system tray in Linux.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Sep 2, 2020
How to Migrate from Evolution to Thunderbird in Linux

How to Migrate from Evolution to Thunderbird in Linux

If you are already using Evolution and want to try Thunderbird, here’s how you can migrate your data from Evolution to Thunderbird in Linux.

By William Elcock / Sep 1, 2020
LXQt Review: A Lightweight, Extensible and Attractive Desktop Environment

LXQt Review: A Lightweight, Extensible and Attractive Desktop Environment

Users looking for extreme performance in a Desktop Environment can look no further than LXQt. This LXQt review will discuss who should use LXQt and why.

By John Perkins / Aug 31, 2020
How to Be Your Own Linux Tech Support

How to Be Your Own Linux Tech Support

If you are having issues with your Linux computer, we’re here to show you how to be your own Linux tech support and solve tech problems on Linux.

By John Perkins / Aug 28, 2020
How to Manage Your Microsoft To-Do Tasks in Linux with AO

How to Manage Your Microsoft To-Do Tasks in Linux with AO

Do you use Microsoft’s To-Do for managing your tasks? Learn how you can now manage Microsoft To-Do from Linux desktop with Ao.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Aug 27, 2020
How to Install Debian via the Internet

How to Install Debian via the Internet

The easiest way to install Debian is via network install. Here we’ll show you how to install Debian via the Internet.

By William Elcock / Aug 26, 2020
How to Get Notified of Updates for Your Gnome Shell Extensions

How to Get Notified of Updates for Your Gnome Shell Extensions

Gnome doesn’t inform you when there are updates for your extensions. Here’s how to get notified of updates for your Gnome Shell extensions.

By Ayo Isaiah / Aug 25, 2020
Zram, Zcache, and Zswap: Which One Is the Best For You?

Zram, Zcache, and Zswap: Which One Is the Best For You?

Zram, zswap, and zcache allow you to compress your RAM’s contents, practically expanding it. But which one should you use?

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Aug 25, 2020
3 Ways to Make Use of Your Old PC with Linux

3 Ways to Make Use of Your Old PC with Linux

Many of us have an old PC lying around our house. Before you throw it away, check out these ways to make use of your old PC with Linux.

By John Perkins / Aug 24, 2020
What You Need to Know About Swap Partition on Linux

What You Need to Know About Swap Partition on Linux

In Linux, you will probably find a swap partition alongside the main Linux partitions. What is this swap partition and is it really necessary?

By Mike Tee / Aug 22, 2020
LXDE Review: Light as a Feather

LXDE Review: Light as a Feather

For those looking for a lightweight desktop environment, LXDE is the one for you. This LXDE review will cover the basics of LXDE.

By John Perkins / Aug 21, 2020
How to Move from Windows to Linux

How to Move from Windows to Linux

If you have finally decided to give Linux a try, check out this user guide on the steps to smoothly move from Windows to Linux.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Aug 20, 2020
4 of the Best System Monitors to Check System Resources in Linux

4 of the Best System Monitors to Check System Resources in Linux

There are times when you run a task that cause the CPU to become hot. Here are the best system monitors to check system resources in Linux.

By John Perkins / Aug 18, 2020
How to Install Windows in VirtualBox in Linux

How to Install Windows in VirtualBox in Linux

The best way to access Windows from your Linux desktop is to create a virtual machine. Here’s how you can install Windows in VirtualBox on Linux.

By John Perkins / Aug 17, 2020
How to Enable Fractional Scaling in Ubuntu 20.04

How to Enable Fractional Scaling in Ubuntu 20.04

HiDPI screens have been a sore spot for Linux users for a long time. Learn how you can enable fractional scaling in Ubuntu 20.04.

By Damien / Aug 14, 2020
How to Copy and Paste Text, Files and Folders in Linux Terminal

How to Copy and Paste Text, Files and Folders in Linux Terminal

The regular copy and paste shortcut won’t work in Linux terminal. Learn how you can copy and paste text, files and folders in Linux terminal.

By Mike Tee / Aug 13, 2020
How to Install CentOS on Your Computer

How to Install CentOS on Your Computer

While CentOS is mostly used in servers, it can be used on the desktop, too. Here you’ll learn how to install CentOS on your desktop.

By John Perkins / Aug 12, 2020
How to Upgrade Ubuntu 18.04 LTS to Ubuntu 20.04 LTS

How to Upgrade Ubuntu 18.04 LTS to Ubuntu 20.04 LTS

If you are currently running Ubuntu 18.04 LTS, this guide will show you how to upgrade from Ubuntu 18.04 LTS to 20.04 LTS.

By William Elcock / Aug 7, 2020
How to Manage Compressed Files with Midnight Commander

How to Manage Compressed Files with Midnight Commander

It is easy to manage compressed files in the desktop but not in your server. Here is how you can easily handle compressed files with Midnight Commander.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Aug 6, 2020
Pantheon Desktop Review: A Beautiful Alternative to macOS

Pantheon Desktop Review: A Beautiful Alternative to macOS

The Pantheon Desktop is one of the most visually appealing desktops around. This Pantheon Desktop review will show you some of its notable features.

By John Perkins / Aug 4, 2020
How to Create Desktop Shortcuts in Ubuntu

How to Create Desktop Shortcuts in Ubuntu

If you are new to Ubuntu, you might be wondering why it doesn’t have any desktop shortcuts. Here is how to create desktop shortcuts in Ubuntu.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Aug 3, 2020
The Best Authenticator Apps for Linux Desktop

The Best Authenticator Apps for Linux Desktop

There are desktop authenticator apps that can provide you with the secret key from your desktop. Here are the best authenticator apps for the Linux desktop.

By William Elcock / Jul 31, 2020
How to Play Android Games on Linux

How to Play Android Games on Linux

Fancy playing Android games on your desktop? If you want to play Android games on Linux, here is one method to help you do that.

By William Elcock / Jul 30, 2020
Mastering Pacman for Arch Linux

Mastering Pacman for Arch Linux

Arch Linux’s Pacman provides users with a simple way of managing packages. Make use of this guide to master Pacman for Arch Linux.

By William Elcock / Jul 29, 2020
MATE Review: A Lightweight Desktop Environment for the Nostalgic

MATE Review: A Lightweight Desktop Environment for the Nostalgic

MATE is one of the Linux desktops based on Gnome 2. This MATE review will look at its user interface, performance, and some notable features.

By John Perkins / Jul 28, 2020
How to Check Sudo History in Linux

How to Check Sudo History in Linux

If you’ve granted others sudo access on your PC, you may want to know how they are using it. Here’s how to check out sudo history in LInux.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Jul 27, 2020
Commonly Asked Questions and Answers For Windows Users Looking to Switch to Linux

Commonly Asked Questions and Answers For Windows Users Looking to Switch to Linux

Linux can be confusing for those Windows users looking to switch. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions (and answers) about Linux.

By John Perkins / Jul 25, 2020
How to Empty Your Trash Automatically in Ubuntu with AutoTrash

How to Empty Your Trash Automatically in Ubuntu with AutoTrash

Are you losing GBs of storage space because you forget to clear your trash? Learn how you can get Ubuntu to empty trash automatically with AutoTrash.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Jul 24, 2020
How to Create a Red Hat Enterprise Linux System for Free

How to Create a Red Hat Enterprise Linux System for Free

Red Hat Enterprise Linux is the enterprise-level Linux distribution. Here we’ll show you how to use a Red Hat Enterprise Linux system for free.

By John Perkins / Jul 23, 2020
Xfce Review: A Lean, Mean Linux Machine

Xfce Review: A Lean, Mean Linux Machine

Xfce is popular for those looking to create a lightweight Linux system. This Xfce review discusses its user experience, performance and whether it is right for you.

By John Perkins / Jul 21, 2020
Ubuntu vs. Linux Mint: Which One Should You Use?

Ubuntu vs. Linux Mint: Which One Should You Use?

Ubuntu and Linux Mint are based on the same codebase but are different in implementation. Read on to find out how they differ and which one’s best for you.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Jul 20, 2020
How to Improve Your Linux PC Audio with PulseEffects

How to Improve Your Linux PC Audio with PulseEffects

Is it possible to get a better sound quality from your computer? You’ll learn here how to improve your Linux PC audio with PulseEffects.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Jul 18, 2020

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