Something that I quickly gravitated towards is a desktop environment called KDE Plasma. If you're unsure what a "desktop ...

For those who aren't sure what a "package manager" is, it's a special part of Linux that usually comes pre-installed with the ...

In the realm of computing, the choice between operating systems often feels like a crossroads. Each path—Windows with its widespread application support and user-friendly interface, and Linux with its ...

Red Hat, IBM and an open-source consortium are each beginning serious work to advance Linux for use on desktop computers, possibly making the OS a more serious threat to Microsoft. Stephen Shankland ...

There was a story in an Australian IT magazine (see link below) last week about Novell’s migration of its corporate desktop computers from Windows to Linux. According to the story, Novell was running ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover the exciting intersection of Linux and handheld gaming. Mar 05, 2025, 02:03pm EST Apr 01, 2025, 08:33am EDT The idea of a ...

Linux offers more security, privacy, and freedom from vendors. Modern Linux distros are user-friendly -- even for non-techies. Linux Mint, Zorin OS, MX Linux top beginner distro list. Get more ...

Running Linux on a Windows system opens up a world of possibilities for users who want to explore the power and flexibility of the Linux operating system. Whether you’re a developer, a system ...

Novell Inc. last week began shipping a desktop version of Linux that is designed for business users and comes with a bundled set of open-source applications as well as technical support, training and ...

I've used one Linux desktop or the other for decades now. But, I'm a Unix and Linux expert. For most people who just want a desktop and its applications to just work -- thank you very much -- the ...

<p>At the Intel Developer Forum, Intel announced that it would be giving Linux its full support in future software and driver releases. Intel's commitment to supporting Linux in the same release cycle ...