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These 5 immutable Linux distros solve problems Windows users don’t even know they have
A read-only system may sound limiting, but it will free you from dependency hell and irreversible mistakes.
These forgotten operating systems were decades ahead of their time
These systems had slick UIs, multiprocessor support, multitasking and MIDI. What happened?
Raspberry Pi is a terrible Linux desktop, but these 4 alternate SBCs deliver mini PC-level performance
The Pi is great, but it isn't perfect for every application.
AOL killed AIM years ago, but I brought it back and put Claude on my buddy list
A nostalgic trip back to the turn of the century, but with a robot friend from the future.
I turned my daughter's handwriting into a font with one free Claude Code skill
I failed to follow the instructions to the letter.
These 4 open-source apps solved problems I didn't think software could fix
Hidden gems like these are why I love open-source so much.
3 brilliant free, open-source (FOSS) apps students should try this weekend (Aug 14–16)
Free, open-source software that does more for your studies than most paid apps.
Stop paying for Adobe, Microsoft, or Mathematica—these free open-source alternatives will get you through college
Discover budget-friendly apps that handle symbolic math, image edits, document compatibility, and video editing so you can focus on coursework.
4 Docker containers I'm setting up before the new school year
I ditched Google Drive and Trello for these 4 Docker containers before the new school year.
8 underrated free apps I always install on all my PCs
Some useful apps fly under the radar, but installing them can completely change how you use your computer.
UserLAnd gives you a real Linux distro on Android—without Termux's compromises
Termux is nice, but what if you want... More?
These 3 Linux distros make leaving Windows feel natural
Zorin OS, Linux Mint, and Kubuntu all ease the move from Windows, but each one is better suited to a different kind of user.
5 apps new Linux users should install on day one
Installing Linux is only half the job—you've got to set it up to accommodate your workflow as well.
If I were starting over with Linux, here's why I'd choose Fedora
Why Fedora is a Linux dev's favorite, and the daily driver of Linus himself.
File Converter is the right-click menu upgrade every Windows user should install
File Converter makes a daily chore a two-click activity instead.
LineageOS proves you don't need AI to make Android feel premium
A phone is classier without an AI button.
I replaced Photoshop's AI background remover with this free open-source alternative
One more subscription service gone for good.
Home Assistant's big improvements mean it's time to give the smart home platform a second chance
Home is where the smart is.
I spent 15 years memorizing terminal commands the hard way—here’s what actually works
If you’re a beginner, it may take years before you encounter these simple tricks. In five minutes, I can make you better.