How to Add Google Search and Other Search Actions to Peppermint’s Main Menu
The main menu of Peppermint Linux allows you to search anything. Here is how you can add more search actions to the Peppermint main menu.
Transferring Files Using Python’s Built-in HTTP Server
Python provides simple HTTP servers through the “SimpleHTTPServer” and “http.server” modules. Learn how to transfer files using Python’s HTTP server.
How to Mount Your iPhone as an External Drive in Ubuntu
Using an iPhone as an external Ubuntu drive used to be tricky, but that situation has changed. Here’s how you can mount your iPhone on Ubuntu.
How to Make Deepin’s Desktop “Like Windows” in Three Clicks
Deepin Linux can be customized to become more Windows-like and make it more familiar and friendly for those who come to it from the world of Windows.
How to Use Wget to Download Websites to Your PC
Ever wonder if there was a way to download a website without a web browser? You’re in luck, as you can use wget to easily download websites to your PC.
How to Convert Web Apps to Desktop Apps on Peppermint Linux
The Ice app in Peppermint Linux is a site-specific browser that allows you to convert web apps to desktop apps. Here is how you can do so.
How to Play PSP Games in Linux with PPSSPP
PPSSPP is one of the easiest-to-use PSP emulators for playing PSP games in Linux. Learn how you can install PPSSPP in Linux and customize how it works.
How to Enable Linux App Mode on Chromebook
Chromebook is more than just a browser. It allows you to run Android apps and Linux apps. Here is how you can enable Linux mode on Chromebook.
How to Benchmark Your Storage Devices with Gnome Disk Utility
Gnome Disk Utility is capable of benchmarking your storage devices. Here is how it shows you the actual performance of your storage media.
How to Install Freeoffice in Linux
If you need to find out how to install FreeOffice in Linux, we have you covered. Here’s how to download it as well as FreeOffice’s features and drawbacks.
The Beginner’s Guide to Using Nano Text Editor in Linux
Nano is a text editor for the Linux terminal. It is simple to use and comes with powerful keyboard shortcuts. Here’s how to use it.
How to Install and Use a Vulnerability Scanner in Linux
This tutorial shows how to install OpenVas, an open-source vulnerability scanner for Linux, and then run your first vulnerability scan.
6 of the Most Useful Linux Commands for New Users
Switching to Linux can be intimidating, but learning the command line can be very useful. Here are some useful Linux commands new users should pick up.
How to Add a Simple App Launcher Panel on LXDE
LXDE is one of the lightest graphical environments you can use for your Linux desktop. This is how to add an app launcher panel in LXDE so it doesn’t consume many resources.
How to Use Guake Dropdown Terminal in Linux
Guake is a dropdown terminal emulator for Linux. Let’s see why it’s worth it to invest some time to install, configure and use Guake on your Linux computer.
How to Stress Test a Graphics Card on Linux
If your display is getting glitchy, you can conduct a stress test before you get a new one. Here’s how you can stress test your graphics card on Linux.
How to Create a Windows 10 Installer USB from Linux
It is easy to create a Windows 10 installer USB on a Windows machine, but if you want to do iton Linux, here’s how you can do so.
How to Google Search for Anything with Clipman in Linux
If you are always using Google to search for things, here is how you can do a google search for anything you copied to the clipboard.
How to Install Kali Linux
Kali Linux is a Linux distro for security testing. It includes software from Aircrack to John the Ripper. Here’s how you can install Kali Linux on your PC.
How to Open Any YouTube Video Directly in VLC with Clipman in Linux
VLC can be used to play YouTube videos but is a troublesome process that requires many clicks. Here is how to automate playing YouTube videos on VLC.
How to Install and Get Your Unity Desktop Back on Ubuntu
If you are nostalgic or dislike Gnome and want Unity desktop back on Ubuntu, it’s easy to install Unity and make it your default graphical shell again.
How to Manage Your Running Processes with XFCE’s Task Manager
The Task Manager is one of the default tools in most operating systems. Here you’ll learn how to manage your running processes with XFCE task manager.
How to Install OSMC on a Raspberry Pi
If you want to use the Kodi media center on your Raspberry Pi, you can run it using OSMC. Here’s how you can install OSMC on your model of Raspberry Pi.
How to Compress and Resize Images from Thunar File Manager in Linux
If you’re compressing and resizing images day-in, day-out, why not make it a one-click affair? You can easily compress and resize images in Thunar.
How to Remove PPAs on Ubuntu-Based Distributions
Personal Package Archives (PPAs) allow you to install software, but there are times when you need to remove it. Here’s how to remove PPAs in Ubuntu distro.
How to Use Foremost to Recover Deleted Files in Linux
Recovering deleted files isn’t easy, but it isn’t impossible. Foremost is designed to forensically search your drive to recover deleted files in Linux.
How to Get Commands Explanation in Terminal with Kmdr
Learning how to use the terminal can improve your Linux knowledge. If you’re struggling with Linux commands, you can use the Kmdr tool to explain them.
How to Make Use of the ‘echo’ Command in Linux
The echo command may seem like a useless command, but under the hood it’s surprisingly useful. Here are some ways to make use of the echo command in Linux.
How to Write to Windows Partition In Linux
If you’ve mounted your Windows partition in Linux, you may find that you are not able to write to it. Learn how you can write to Windows partition in Linux.
How to Run Ubuntu Container in Chrome OS
The default Linux distro used in Chrome OS Crostini is Debian. You are not stuck with it, though. Here’s how to change it to run Ubuntu instead.
How to Find Out Whether a Package Is Installed in Linux
There are a few ways to quickly check whether a package is currently installed. Here’s how you can check whether or not a package is installed in Linux.
How to Downgrade the Kernel in Linux
It isn’t all that often, but kernel upgrades can and do go wrong. When the updated kernel causes issues, learn how you can downgrade the kernel in Linux.
How to Fix High Memory Usage in Linux
There are times when your computer is running slow because some apps are using a large amount of memory. Here’s how to fix high memory usage issue in Linux.
List Device Names, Disk and Partition Information in Linux with lsblk
On Linux, you sometimes need to work with disks and/or partitions directly from the command line. lsblk displays information about storage devices.
New Linux Cryptojacker Can Mask CPU Usage and Fake Network Activity
Skidmap is a Linux-based cryptojacker which mines cryptocurrency on Linux machines, and Skidmap has features that make it hard to locate and stop.
Arch Linux Review (2019): Minimalism and Choice
Started since 2002, Arch Linux has built up a large, loyal following of users who love Arch’s KISS approach, where minimalism and choice reign supreme.
Flathub vs. Snap Store: Which App Store Should You Use?
Both the Snap and Flatpak formats of have their own centralized marketplaces, Snap Store and Flathub. Both are useful, but which one of these is right for you?
How to Manage the Priority of I/O Processes in Linux
Did your system becomes less responsive when you were copying gigabytes of data? In Linux you can make use of ionice to manage the priority of I/O processes.
How to Set and List Environment Variables in Linux
Environment variables in Linux let you set options for various apps without having to edit their configuration files. Learn how to manage environment variables in Linux.
How to Manage and Restore Tmux Sessions in Linux
Tmux is a terminal multiplexer with a wide range of features. This shows how to manage and restore Tmux sessions automatically after a hard reboot.
How to Sync Linux Time with NTP Server
Computer clocks are not perfect and often slow down over time. Learn how you can sync your Linux time online with NTP servers and keep it on time.
How to Install a Dictionary for Use in Linux Terminal
SDCV is a dictionary utility you can run on your Linux Terminal. Learn how you can install a dictionary on Linux Terminal and look up words with commands.
How to Run Mac Apps on Linux
To run Mac apps on Linux, you’ll need some sort of virtual machine or translation layer. You can either make use of Virtualbox or Darling translation layer.
How to Reduce Video File Sizes Using FFMPEG from Linux Terminal
While there are a lot of tools for reducing video file sizes, most of them depend on FFMPEG. Learn how to reduce video file size using FFMPEG in Linux.
How to Scan a Linux Server for Malware and Rootkit
Malware and rootkit can wreak havoc to your server. Luckily, there are plenty of tools to scan your Linux server for malware and rootkit, and they are free.
4 of the Best Video-Editing Software for Linux
In most cases, video-editing software for Linux is free to use. If you want to get started, here are four of the best Linux video editors for you to try.
How to Prevent a DDoS Attack with Nginx
Nginx comes with features for you to block a DDoS attack on your server. Learn how you can configure your Nginx to prevent a DDoS attack.
How to Monitor Nvidia GPU in Linux
You may struggle with the performance of your GPU if it isn’t properly configured. Learn how you can monitor Nvidia GPU in Linux with these two tools.
How to Copy/Move a Docker Container to Another Host
Since Docker containers are little boxes of software, it can be easily copied and moved from computer to computer. Here we show you how to do it.
7 of the Best Linux Distros for Developers and Programmers
If you are using Linux to code, you’ll have to choose a distro that works for you. Here are some of the best Linux distros for developers and programmers.