MUO on MSN

Linux taught me these 5 commands first, and I barely use any of them anymore

I was surprised by which Linux commands I stopped using.
How-To Geek on MSN

The only 5 Linux distros I recommend to beginners — after 10 years of using Linux

Ubuntu can’t be the default recommendation for every type of Linux newcomer.

My 6 favorite Microsoft Office alternatives for Linux – and why

If you’re new to Linux and wondering what can replace Microsoft Office, you have plenty of options. Here are my favorite ...
How-To Geek

I finally tried Linux Mint, and now I understand why Windows users switch

While many Linux distros like to tout how "Linuxy" and "advanced" they are, Linux Mint seems to do the opposite. It just ...
XDA Developers

Linux was called 'obsolete' in 1992, and now it powers servers around the world

The debate started on January 29th, 1992, over on the comp.os.minix Usenet board. In a thread titled " LINUX is obsolete ," ...
Linux Journal

Using the Linux Cat Command to Manage Files and Directories

In the realm of Linux command-line tools, few commands are as versatile and widely used as cat. This article dives deep into the capabilities of the Linux cat command, merging insights from multiple ...
XDA Developers

3 lessons I learned while using Linux as a Windows fanboy

Simon is a Computer Science BSc graduate who has been writing about technology since 2014, and using Windows machines since 3.1. After working for an indie game studio and acting as the family's go-to ...

PearOS is the MacOS of Linux, and the latest version is better than ever

With the latest release, the developer refines pearOS' Liquid Glass look with a host of improvements. MacOS users should be ...
Network World

Using aliases on Linux

Setting up aliases on Linux systems can save you a lot of time and trouble on the command line. This post shows how to set up and manage aliases and provides a number of examples on how and why to use ...