Package managers, which are included in many Linux distributions, can simplify the overall decision making process and save you time and frustration. Package managers make it relatively simple to ...

Once you've taken care of these small setup tweaks, your system is ready for the fun part: actually using it. If you're ...

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Chromebooks are amazing little machines. Since they run a barebones operating system with just a browser on top, they are often inexpensive, low-powered, and incredibly useful. However, if you want to ...

Linux 101: What are environment variables? Your email has been sent Jack Wallen introduces you to Linux environment variables. What are they and how are they set and ...

Chromebooks are capable web-focused PCs, and a great choice for anyone who needs a laptop for travel or working outside the office. Thanks to a wide variety of fully featured web apps—some of which ...

Modern Chromebooks support installing Linux apps, meaning the Play Store isn’t the only place to download apps. This makes Chrome OS devices all the more valuable, given that they can run everything ...