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Tuba: A Superior GTK4 Fediverse Client for Linux Desktops

The Fediverse, short for Federated Universe, is a vast network of interconnected servers that offer diverse services like microblogging, video publishing, and file hosting. These servers can be independently hosted, providing a decentralized approach to online communication. Recent policy changes by Twitter have led many users to switch to Mastodon, the largest platform in the […]

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Linux Gaming with Controllers on Steam: A Comprehensive Guide

Gaming on Linux has seen a significant boom in the past two years, thanks to the Proton compatibility layer developed by Valve software. With daily game ratings on ProtonDB and regular updates from Valve, Linux gaming is growing rapidly. This guide will show you how to enhance your Linux gaming experience with various controllers. Moreover,

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Yuzu Emulator – Play Nintendo Switch Games on Linux

Note – As of March 2024, the development of Yuzu Nintendo Switch emulator has been discontinued because Nintendo sued Yuzu developers, although they have settled the matter outside of court. The lawyers of the corporate giant argued that the emulator attempts to circumvent the anti-piracy measures present in their console and hence claimed $2.4 Million

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Install Xorg on Linux: Multiple Methods for Xorg Installation

The Xorg windowing system, a staple in many Linux distributions, is an open-source implementation of the original X window system, designed for Unix-like desktop environments. Recently, RHEL developers categorized Xorg was put in the ‘deprecated’ software, as its development has mostly halted. Subsequent updates will completely replace it with Wayland, a more modern windowing system..

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Cozy Audiobook Player: A Comprehensive Guide for Linux Users

Cozy, a slick modern Audiobook player, is a must-have for Linux desktop users. This feature-rich player can sort and play all your DRM-free audiobooks stored either locally or on a network drive. It’s efficient, fast at detecting libraries, and stores your playback history, allowing you to pick up your audiobooks right where you left off.

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Emulate Classic Gameboy Games on Linux with SameBoy

Note: Game emulation does not equate to piracy if you use the cartridges you own as the source of games. There are many methods through which you can extract the game files off your cartridges, some of them are mentioned in this video in detail by the YouTube channel Linus Tech Tips. The Gameboy was

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Install Kdiskmark and benchmark your Linux PC!

Whenever you purchase a new SSD or HDD, it’s crucial to verify its speed against the advertised specifications. In the Windows ecosystem, CrystalDiskMark is a popular tool for this purpose. However, it lacks a Linux port. So, how can you benchmark your new disk on a Linux system? The answer is KDiskMark, a reliable alternative

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Multipass: A Guide to Installing and Running Ubuntu Instances on Linux

Multipass, a cross-platform and open-source Command Line Virtual Manager, empowers you to deploy multiple instances of the Ubuntu Server operating system with ease. On macOS and Windows, this tool utilizes Hyperkit and Hyper-V respectively to run the VM with a very light resource usage, whereas on Linux, it utilizes KVM to do the same. In

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Introduction to Python for Linux System Administrators

Python is a high-level, interpreted programming language that is widely used in the world of Linux system administration. Python’s simplicity, readability, and easy-to-learn syntax make it an ideal choice for automation, scripting, and tool building in a Linux environment. It is also widely used for web development, scientific computing, and data analysis. Python’s versatility and

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How To Install MetaTrader 5 On Linux

Thanks to forex brokers and trading platforms such as MetaTrader 5, users can trade currencies on the forex market. MetaTrader 5 provides the necessary resources for a smooth and successful trading process for novice to expert traders. That explains the importance of the operating system it runs on. Linux stands as one of these OS.

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