Linux is getting a security wake-up call - why it was inevitable and I'm not worried ...

Released today, the latest Zorin OS manages to improve upon previous versions - and that's quite an achievement.

The Year of the Linux Desktop has become something of a sad meme in recent years, but the truth is that Linux as an alternative to Windows and macOS has never been more popular — both in terms of ...

The Steam Deck’s OS is purpose-built for handheld gaming, but it’s confined to one device, unless you’re willing to head out to the bleeding edge. Beyond SteamOS, there is Windows, which can let down ...

Linux reached 4.03 percent of global market share in February, according to data from research firm Statcounter. That takes Linux past the 3 percent milestone it reached in June 2023. While we’re ...

Looking for non-Linux open-source options? From ghosts of past operating systems to fascinating works in progress, here are my top picks.

Don't neglect how convenient a user interface can be.

The name BeOS is one which tends to evoke either sighs of nostalgia or blank stares, mostly determined by one’s knowledge of the 1990s operating system scene. Originally released in 1995 by Be Inc., ...

Linux Mint isn't perfect, but it has some clear advantages over Windows 11. Here's what stood out after I made the move. I've been testing PC and mobile software for more than 20 years, focusing on ...

Many cybersecurity experts have warned about a critical Linux Copy Fail bug that allows attackers to gain root access.

So you're on the hunt for a single-board computer (SBC) for your embedded systems or networking projects. In your search, you've probably run across dozens of recommendations pointing to the Raspberry ...

TL;DR: A PlayStation 5 running firmware up to version 4.5 can be modified to run Linux via a USB or M.2 SSD, enabling Steam-like gaming with Ubuntu 26.04 LTS. While performance is comparable to native ...