4 Useful Extensions to Make GNOME Desktop Easier to Use
While GNOME Shell is minimal, it is not intuitive and easy to use. Let’s check out some Gnome extensions that make the desktop easier to use.
How to Hide the Top Bar and Side Panel in Ubuntu 20.04
Ubuntu desktop comes with the top bar and side panel intact. Learn how to hide the top bar and side panel in Ubuntu 20.04 and use your apps in full screen.
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 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 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 Restart a Frozen Desktop in Linux
There are times when your Linux desktop will just freeze and stop responding to input. Here is how you can restart the frozen desktop without rebooting.
How to Enable Dynamic Transparency Ubuntu
Even though it was removed, you can re-enable dynamic transparency on your Ubuntu PC with the GNOME desktop environment with a simple extension.
How to Set Up a Printer in Linux
Setting up a printer in Linux is not as difficult as you think. Most printer models are already supported by default. Learn how to set up a printer on your Linux desktop.
How to Set Different Wallpaper on Each Monitor on Linux GNOME
In Linux, if you have multiple monitors, it is not that easy to set different wallpaper on each monitor. This tutorial will show you how to do so in Linux Gnome.
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?
How to Enable Fractional Scaling in Gnome
HiDPI screens have been a sore spot for Linux users for a long time. GNOME 3.26 introduced fractional scaling to help improve the Linux desktop experience.
How to Restore the Legacy System Tray in GNOME Shell
GNOME 3.26 completely removes the legacy system tray at the top of your desktop. Learn how to bring it back with the TopIcons Plus extension.
Ubuntu Abandoning Unity in Favor of GNOME: What This Means
After a long while, Ubuntu is looking to abandon Unity in favor of the Gnome desktop for Ubuntu 18.04. What does this mean, and what’s its impact to its users? Let’s find out.
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.
Gnome 3.18 Brings Exciting Changes and New Features
The latest release of Gnome 3.18 brings a host of changes and improvements. Here we go over major improvements and how to update to 3.18 or fresh install.
How to Disable Extension Version Checks in Gnome Shell
Ever since Gnome version 3.12, it has been possible to disable extension version checks. If you’re wondering how it’s done, keep reading.
Back Up and Restore Your Hard Drive Easily with Gnome Disk Utility
Having only one hard drive to hold your personal files can be dangerous. This is why backing up your hard drive via Gnome disk utility is essential.
How to Disable GTK3 Client-Side Decorations on Ubuntu
Outside of Gnome Shell, client-side decorations on windows can be quite annoying. Luckily, someone has created some software to bypass these decorations.
Get the Most from Your Terminal Window with Tabs and Other Customizations
if you spend any length of time using the terminal, you may find that you want to customize it to better fit your needs.
Comparing the Ubuntu Derivatives and How to Pick the Best One for You
For those who are not fans of the Ubuntu unity desktop, there are several Ubuntu derivatives for specific purposes. How out how to pick the best one for you.