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5 of the Best Wallpaper Changers for Linux

If you change your wallpaper often, you can make use of an automatic wallpaper changer. Listed here are some of the best wallpaper changers for Linux.

How Setuid Allows Users to Run Files with Escalated Privileges

The setuid permission is important in a Unix system. Here is how setuid works and how it allows users to run executables/binaries with escalated privileges.

How to Better Manage Your Application Windows in KDE

KDE allows you to set up rules that define how an application window appears on the desktop. Learn how you can better manage your application windows in KDE.

How to Convert an IMG File to ISO File in Linux

If you come across the IMG file format in Linux, don’t panic. Here is how you can easily convert an IMG file to ISO format in Linux.

Useful Linux Commands to List Contents of a Directory

There are tons of commands that you can run in the Linux terminal, and if you want to list the content of a directory, you can do so with these commands.

What CBR and CBZ Files Are and How to Read Them in Linux

You may have come across CBR and CBZ files and are not sure what they are. Here is how you can read and make CBR and CBZ files in LInux.

How to Create Thumbnail Sheets for Your Videos in Linux

Thumbnail sheets are image files containing frames from a video. You can easily create thumbnail sheets from video with readily available tools.

How to Do Spelling Checks in the Linux Terminal

Do you know that Linux has its very own command-line spellcheck utility to check your writing in the Terminal? Here’s how to use aspell to spellcheck in Linux.

Understanding the Differences Between Soft and Hard Links in Linux

In Linux, you can use a soft or hard link to connect two files together. Check out the differences between soft and hard links and which one you should use.

Using find, locate, which and whereis Commands to Search for Files in Linux

There are a few ways to find and locate files from the terminal in Linux. find, locate, which and whereis are some of the commonly used commands to do so.

How to Access an Android Phone using Kali Linux

Your Android phone have data that hackers been trying to access. Here is a basic demo of how hackers can access your Android phone with Kali Linux.

How to Create a Mac Boot Entry in Grub

If you can’t boot into macOS on a dual boot machine, use the instructions here to add the macOS boot entry in Grub.

Upgrade Your Linux Terminal with Tilix

Tilix works as a great terminal alternative for your Linux PC. Let’s see how you can use it to turn your terminal into a modern and efficient workspace.

How to Use Sticky Bit to Manage Files on Shared Directories in Linux

In a shared directory, there are cases where other user accidentally deleted your files. Here is how to use sticky bits to manage your file permission.

How Do Linux Inodes Work?

You may have heard of Linux inodes, but are not sure what is it and how it affects your Linux system. Here we will explain what is inodes and how it works.

How to Backup Your Clipboard History with KDE’s Clipboard Widget

Clipboard managers are useful, but most of them don’t offer a backup feature. Here is a hack to backup your clipboard history with KDE’s clipboard widget.

How to Make Your Scripts Executable Everywhere in Linux

Have you notice how Linux commands are located in different folders but accessible everywhere? Here is how to make your scripts executable everywhere too.

8 Ways to Take a Screenshot in Linux

If you want to share what’s on your desktop with others, taking a screenshot is the best way. These are some tools for taking screenshots on Linux.

How Linux Stores and Manages User Passwords

Have you wondered how Linux efficiently manages a multi-user environment? We explain here how Linux stores and manages user passwords and logins.

5 Customized Linux Desktops to Inspire You

Linux is the most customizable OS around. You can change almost everything on it. Here are some customized Linux desktops to inspire you.

How to Convert Audio Files in Ubuntu

If you have a bunch of audio files that you want to convert to MP3, you can make use of the popular SoundConverter to convert audio files in Ubuntu.

Do You Really Need Antivirus Software on Linux?

Linux can get viruses, but you don’t need an antivirus. How can both those claims be true? Do you really need antivirus on your Linux machine?

How to Use Access Control Lists to Control File Permissions on Linux

A very useful feature in Linux is the “Access Control Lists” that controls access to files and directories. Here’s how access control lists work in Linux.

Zorin OS 15.1 Review

Zorin OS touts itself as a Windows alternative and is targeting Windows users that are looking to switch to Linux. Check out our review of Zorin OS.

How to Format a Hard Drive to NTFS in Linux

It’s easy to format your hard disk to NTFS in Linux. There are many ways to do this, and we will show you how to do it using GParted.

How to Set the Terminal as a Transparent Wallpaper in Kubuntu

Setting the terminal as a transparent wallpaper is a great way to use the terminal and enjoy your wallpaper at the same time. Here’s how to do it in Kubuntu.

Three Ways to Play Windows Games on Linux

In 2020, we finally have some dependable methods to play Windows games on Linux. Here are some of the best options for Linux gaming.

Thirteen Useful Tools for Working with Text on the Command Line

There are plenty of tools for handling text in Linux. Here are 13 powerful text manipulation tools every command-line user should know.

How to Schedule and Automate Tasks with Crontab in Ubuntu

Tired of having to manually handle certain tasks on your computer by yourself? Check out our guide on how to schedule and automate tasks in Ubuntu.

How to Detect and Clean Up Hard Disk Storage with QDirStat in Linux

QDirStat can pinpoint space hogs: find files and reclaim the space they take up. Learn how you can clean up hard disk storage with QDirStat.

How to Set Up WordPress for Local Development in Linux

If you want to start developing for WordPress, here is how you can set up WordPress for local development in Linux without paying a single cent.

How to Sketch Like a Pro in Krita

Krita is a software specializing in sketching and drawing. This tutorial will work as both an intro to sketching and the use of Krita for this purpose.

How to Multitask in the Linux Terminal with Screen

Screen makes multitasking in the terminal simple. With it, you can run many tools in parallel, each in their session, and detach and reattach to it at will.

4 Time Machine Alternatives for Linux

Apple has set a high standard in their Time Machine backup software. Here are some of the best Time Machine alternatives for Linux that can back up your HDD.

Linux Boot Process: What You Should Know

Ever been curious about the different stages of Linux? What happens behind the scenes when you power your device on? Learn about the Linux boot process here.

How to Remove Residual Files After Uninstalling Software on Linux

While uninstalling software is easy in Linux, it can leave residual files behind in your Home folder. Here’s how to remove residual files in Linux.

How to Completely Wipe Your Hard Drive in Linux

Deleting your files and partition doesn’t wipe the data within. Here’s how you can completely wipe your hard drive in Linux, making data retrieval difficult

How to Simplify 7z Compression with Bash Aliases

7zip is a great tool for compressing files, but its usage can be complicated for some users. Here’s how you can simplify 7z compression with bash aliases.

How to Install Wine on Linux

Wine is designed to allow the running of Windows software on Linux without massive performance penalties. Here’s how to install Wine on Linux.

How to Set Up a Home Media Server with Jellyfin on Ubuntu

Jellyfin is a media server for streaming and organizing pictures, video, and audio. Learn how you can set up a home media server with Jellyfin on Ubuntu.

How to Easily Open Multiple Files with SpaceFM in Linux

SpaceFM has a feature that offers instant access to the apps you want to use to open your files. Here’s how to use it to easily open multiple files in Linux.

How to View Code Documentation Offline with Zeal

If you’ve written code, you know it requires reading a lot of documentation. Zeal is an offline documentation browser for you to access software documentation on your computer.

How to Bulk Rename Files in Linux with Thunar’s Bulk Rename Tool

Thunar comes with a powerful Bulk Rename tool. Here is how you can make use of the Bulk Rename tool to mass rename files in Linux.

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 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.