ZDNet, Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Try This New Linux Security Threat Scanner To Keep Your System Safe - You'll Thank Me
If you share files with other users from Linux, you might want to try this easy-to-use, GUI threat scanner.
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Search Data Center, Tuesday, September 30th, 2025
Increase Data Center Energy Efficiency With Linux
Linux kernel 6.13 introduces adaptive polling, which significantly reduces energy consumption and improves network performance in data centers. Learn how to deploy and configure this update effectively.
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Tecmint, Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
24 Best Command Line Tools To Monitor Linux Performance
Being a System or Network administrator tasked with monitoring and debugging Linux system performance problems on a daily basis is an immensely challenging responsibility.
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ZDNET, Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
5 Of My Favorite Linux Distros Ready To Use Out Of The Box - No Setup Required
These distros are easy to install, include the right apps, skip the bloat and ads, and automatically detect your hardware. Easy peasy. You're welcome. jack-wallen
more → The Register, Monday, September 22nd, 2025
Linux Has The Lineage To Out-Evolve The Deadliest Of Cyber Threats, Given The Right Push
Darwin would understand microkernels. We need microkernels that understand Darwin.
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Linux Mint 22.2 Polishes The Desktop, But Kernel Updates Are The Real Deal
Point release brings Cinnamon tweaks, shiny apps, and Ubuntu's Hardware Enablement stack
more → How-To Geek, Friday, August 29th, 2025
So You've Set Up Linux On Windows Using WSL, Here's What You Can Do With It
So you just installed and set up Windows Subsystem For Linux (WSL) on your Windows machine, and now you're wondering what this blinking terminal can do. Here's a quick guide to get you started.
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LINUX Magazine, Monday, August 25th, 2025
Happy Birthday, Linux
August 25, 1991 marks an important date for Linux and open-source enthusiasts, because that's the day Linus Torvalds posted to the comp.os.minix newsgroup (remember newsgroups?) the following message: 'Hello everyone out there using minix -
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Linux Magazine, Monday, August 18th, 2025
VirtualBox 7.2 Has Arrive
Okay, people, you know the drill: It's time to update. In this case, it's VirtualBox, and this time it's a major update with plenty of new additions, polish, and bug fixes.
more → Linux Journal, Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Guardians Of Privacy: How Security-Driven Linux Distributions Are Rising To Meet Growing Digital Fears
In the last decade, the digital landscape has shifted from a space of casual convenience to a battleground for personal information.
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ZDNET, Monday, August 4th, 2025
5 Of My Favorite Linux System-Monitoring Tools - And Why I Use Them
When I want to monitor my Linux system's performance, I turn to these handy apps to collect more data than I'll probably ever need.
more → OSTechNix, Monday, July 28th, 2025
Linux Kernel 6.16 Is Officially Released
The Linux Kernel 6.16 has been officially released, bringing a fresh set of stability and small improvements to the operating system. Linus Torvalds, the principal developer of Linux Kernel, tagged and pushed out the Kernel 6.16 final release on Sunday, 27th July 2025.
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ITProToday, Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Linux Kernel Security In 2025: New Features And Emerging Threats
There are key security improvements in the Linux kernel as well as new threats. Here are best practices for hardening your Linux systems.
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ZDNet, Tuesday, July 1st, 2025
Linux's Remarkable Journey From One Dev's Hobby To 40 Million Lines Of Code - And Counting
Longtime programmer Jonathan Corbet tells the story of Linux and reveals what's made it successful over its three decades.
more → How-To-Geek, Thursday, June 26th, 2025
These Linux Distros Are The Best For Beginners To Start With
If you're thinking of getting into the world of Linux, you'll be happy to learn that there are hundreds, if not more, distributions to meet your needs. However, some are more comfortable for beginners to use than others.
more → Tecmint, Monday, June 23rd, 2025
Set Up Incremental Backups With Rsync And Cron On Linux
Backups are like insurance; you don't need them every day, but when disaster strikes, such as accidental file deletion, a disk failure, or a ransomware attack, it's enough to ruin everything if you're not prepared. That's where smart backup planning comes in.
more → Tecmint, Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
20 Daily Linux Commands System Administrators Use In Production
As a Linux SysAdmin working in a production environment, your daily routine is all about keeping systems stable, secure, and performing at their best. From troubleshooting issues to monitoring resources and ensuring uptime, you wear many hats, and time is always of the essence.
more → ITProToday, Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
Linux Kernel 6.X: Powering The Future Of Open Source Computing
The latest Linux kernel updates deliver groundbreaking performance, security, and hardware support enhancements that benefit enterprise users, developers, and everyday enthusiasts alike.
more → OpenSource For U, Friday, June 6th, 2025
An Introduction To inodes
Understanding inodes can be invaluable for troubleshooting disk-space issues, optimising filesystem performance, and recovering deleted files.
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ZDNet, Monday, June 2nd, 2025
The Best Linux VPNs: Expert Tested
We tested the top Linux VPNs with easy-to-use apps that feature a graphical user interface. They'll keep your browsing safe.
more → iDoLinux, Monday, June 2nd, 2025
AlmaLinux OS 10: A Major Leap Forward for Open-Source Enterprise Linux
The release of AlmaLinux OS 10 marks an important moment for the open-source Linux community, especially for organizations and users looking for a reliable, free alternative to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
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Tecmint, Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
OpenSnitch: The Must-Have Application Firewall For Linux
When it comes to protecting your Linux system from unwanted network connections, having a good firewall is essential. While most Linux users rely on traditional firewalls like iptables, firewalls, or ufw, these usually work at the network level and don't give detailed control over which applications can connect to the internet.
more → 9to5linux, Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 Officially Released, Here's What's New
Red Hat announced the general availability of the Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 10 operating system series, a major update introducing new features and enhancements.
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How-To Geek, Monday, May 26th, 2025
5 Great Linux Utilities To Monitor Your System Resources In The Terminal
Although the standard Linux utilities have served us well over the years, in some scenarios they fall shoAlthough the standard Linux utilities have served us well over the years, in some scenarios they fall short.
more → OSTechNix, Monday, May 26th, 2025
13 Common Linux Myths Debunked (With Real Facts)
Linux is a powerful, open-source (free and modifiable) operating system that runs on everything from smartphones and smart TVs to huge servers behind the internet.
more → Linux Journal, Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
Linux Networking: Mastering VLAN Trunking, Bonding, and QoS for High-Performance Systems
In today's fast-paced IT environments, performance, reliability, and scalability are critical factors that determine the effectiveness of a network.
more → Linux Journal, Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Fortifying Debian With Selinux By Enforcing Mandatory Access Control For Ultimate System Security
In an era where cyber threats are evolving rapidly, securing Linux systems goes far beyond basic user permissions. Traditional security mechanisms like Discretionary Access Control (DAC) offer limited safeguards against privilege escalation, compromised applications, and insider threats.
more → How-To Geek, Saturday, May 17th, 2025
These 5 Reasons People Hate Linux Are Exactly Why I Love It
Ever wondered why Linux fans are so passionate about their OS while others only complain about it? Is it a matter of one side being blind to the virtues (or flaws) of the operating system?
more → How-To Geek, Monday, May 12th, 2025
5 Things I Do On Linux To Make It More Secure
Do you install a lot of different apps on your Linux computer? Are you worried that one of these apps might have a virus or malicious code that steals your data? Well, here are five security practices I personally follow to keep my Linux PC safe from these threats.
more → How-To Geek, Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
5 Reasons Now Is The Right Time To Buy A Linux Laptop
Most people only consider Windows or macOS when looking at laptops, with a smattering of ChromeOS thrown in for good measure. However, the next time you configure a laptop before purchase, you might just see the option to buy it with Linux pre-installed.
more → ZDNet, Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
You Can Run Arch Linux In Windows Now - Here's How
This is not a drill. Thanks to WSL, you can now run a virtual instance of Arch Linux.This is not a drill. Thanks to WSL, you can now run a virtual instance of Arch Linux.
more → Search Data Center, Monday, April 28th, 2025
19 Linux Performance Monitoring Utilities
Monitoring Linux server performance is vital for optimal operation. System admins should consider these 19 performance monitoring utilities to ensure maximum server performance.
more → Tecmint, Friday, April 25th, 2025
5 Best Tools To Monitor And Debug Disk I/O Performance In Linux
Brief: In this guide, we will discuss the best tools for monitoring and debugging disk I/O activity (performance) on Linux servers.
more → ZDNet, Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
The 4 VPNs I Swear By For Linux - And Why I Trust Them
Looking for the best Linux VPN? Here are my favorites.
more → ZDNet, Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
How To Set Up Remote Desktop Access On Your Linux Computers
Want to access your Linux PCs remotely? You can set up RDP the hard way, or you can make those connections the easy way. I'll step you through the easy option.
more → How-To Geek, Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
6 Reasons to Try Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
Though Windows is popular with consumers due to its ease of use and flexibility, Linux has an enormous share of the professional market. Whether you're just looking to dabble or you're looking for an easy way to use Windows and Linux side-by-side, the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) has something for everyone.
more → How-To Geek, Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Ubuntu Linux 25.04 'Plucky Puffin' Is Now Available
Ubuntu 25.04 is out of beta today and ready for prime time as the latest Linux distro release from Canonical. While it's only an interim release, there's a lot here to unpack.
more → ITProToday, Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
How Linux Communities Are Driving AI Innovation
Linux communities are at the heart of AI innovation, contributing to open source frameworks, optimizing hardware acceleration, and fostering global collaboration.
more → ZDNet, Thursday, April 10th, 2025
I'm A Linux Power User, And The Latest Ubuntu Update Put A Smile On My Face
Canonical is preparing the release of Ubuntu 25.04 (Plucky Puffin) with a new kernel, the latest desktop environment, and an improved installer.
more → Techmint, Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
How To Free Up Space In Linux When Root (/) Partition Is Full
One of the most common problems Linux users face, especially on systems with limited disk space, is the root partition (/) getting completely full.
more → AiTHORITY, Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Linux Kernel 6.14 Officially Released, This Is What's New
This release adds many goodies for AMD GPU users, RISC-V improvements, as well as updated and new drivers for better hardware support.
more → How-To Geek, Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
How Linux Took Over The World (Without Anyone Noticing)
If you're reading this, you're likely using Linux-whether you realize it or not. The website you visited? Hosted on a Linux server. Your Android phone? Powered by the Linux kernel. Even in-flight entertainment systems and everyday devices like smart TVs and Wi-Fi routers run on Linux.
more → linuxiac, Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
Samba 4.22 Brings SMB3 Directory Leases
Samba 4.22 introduces SMB3 Directory Leases, LDAP netlogon pings over TCP, and experimental Himmelblaud authentication for Azure Entra ID.
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TechCrunch, Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
OpenStack Comes To The Linux Foundation
Back in 2010, Rackspace and NASA launched a project called OpenStack, which was meant to become an open source option for running an AWS-style cloud inside of private data centers.
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LinuxLinks, Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
22 Best Free And Open Source Linux System Monitoring Tools
Computer monitoring systems are used to gather data for the purpose of real-time incident notification, performance analysis, and system health verification. Without such a tool, a system administrator would have to login to each machine to collect information on a regular basis.
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HPCWire, Tuesday, March 11th, 2025
CIQ Delivers Technical Preview Of Security Hardened Enterprise Linux
CIQ announced the availability of a preview of Rocky Linux from CIQ - Hardened, a version of Enterprise Linux that is optimized for environments with the most stringent security requirements such as stronger password policies, memory corruption detection, kernel integrity checking and SSH restrictions.
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HelpNet Security, Monday, March 10th, 2025
OSPS Baseline: Practical Security Best Practices For Open Source Software Projects
The Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF), a cross-industry initiative by the Linux Foundation, has announced the initial release of the Open Source Project Security Baseline (OSPS Baseline), a tiered framework of security practices that evolve with the maturity of open source projects.
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ITProToday, Wednesday, March 5th, 2025
Linux Network Security Strategies You Need To Know
Linux network security is a high-stakes game, where staying one step ahead of attackers requires a mix of proactive defense strategies.
more → How-To Geek, Monday, March 3rd, 2025
Here's Why There Are So Many Linux Distros
Anyone who has stepped into the world of Linux knows it's not a singular operating system like Windows or Mac. There are literally hundreds of Linux distributions (distros), from Ubuntu to Void Linux. So, what's the reason behind this overwhelming variety?
more → 9to5linux, Monday, March 3rd, 2025
9To5Linux Weekly Roundup: February 23rd, 2025
The 228th installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup is here for the week ending on February 23rd, 2025, keeping you updated with the most important things happening in the Linux world.
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