For years, Linux lagged in the aesthetics department, focusing more on functionality than on form. That’s no longer true. A ...

Not all Linux desktop environments are created equal. Some desktops are better suited for skilled Linux users. There are some desktops that make new users feel right at home. One aspect of Linux that ...

Here’s a scenario. You have a microcontroller that reads a number of items — temperatures, pressures, whatever — and you want to have a display for your Linux desktop that sits on the panel and shows ...

Linux man pages are packed with helpful info, but they can be overwhelming. Here's how to make them easy to read and use.

I don’t care where the application comes from, if it’s helpful I’ll use it. But with the Linux desktop, there are numerous ways to install an application. You ...