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Linux-based operating systems can serve the needs of anyone, from casual users to technology enthusiasts and power users. But one friction for any newcomer to Linux is the Linux distribution paradox of choice: there are dozens of distributions with different desktop environments, different application distribution technologies, and other differentiating features. With so… Read More »Vanilla OS is a fantastic operating system for Linux newcomers

Warp is the best way to transfer files across Linux devices. The file transfer is secure, fast, and most importantly, simple as can be. Set up is simple. Install Warp on both devices that you want to transfer the files between. And then on the device you will send from, select “Send”.… Read More »Warp: The best way to transfer files between Linux devices, including mobile

The Document Viewer application (also known as Evince) that serves as the default PDF viewer on many Linux distributions does a great job at displaying PDF documents. But if you need to manage a PDF file, such as merge, split, or rearrange the pages of the document, you will need another tool.… Read More »Best PDF editor for Linux: PDF Arranger

Most of the time, computers are viewed primarily as merely tools to get work done or a means to access content from the internet. But once in a while, a device comes along that can thoroughly charm its user. I’m writing this post from a device that I find is simply a… Read More »Framework 13 AMD + elementary OS = pure bliss

Firefox is a wonderful web browser, and it can be easily installed on flatpak-based operating systems like elementaryOS through Flathub. However, the default settings in Firefox from Flathub yield a choppy scrolling experience. Fortunately, there is a very easy fix that yields buttery smooth, high-precision scrolling. That fix is to enable xinput2… Read More »Pixel-perfect scrolling in Firefox browser

Elementary OS is a great operating system. Its minimalist and elegant design can appeal to people familiar with the Apple ecosystem. But if you switch your computer to elementary OS and have iPhone or iPad mobile devices, can you still easily transfer photos from your phone to computer? The answer is yes!… Read More »Transferring photos from iPhone to elementary OS

I am a full-time user of Linux on my computer, and that includes for academic scholarship. There are many benefits to using Linux-based operating systems: they are available at no cost, run great on older hardware, and are secure and stable. You may also be motivated ethically or philosophically to support communities… Read More »Academic research on Linux operating systems

If you have any important data or files on your computer, you’ll want to back them up. Unfortunately, elementary does not have a curated backup option. But there are programs easily available from Flathub that will allow you to safely and securely back up your files. This guide will show how to… Read More »Backing up your files on elementary OS

The mid-2012 13 inch MacBook Pro 9,2 is a very solid piece of hardware. I used one as a daily driver for nearly seven years, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Of course I was then curious about how it would run with Linux. This post is a guide to installing a dual… Read More »Installing eOS 6 on 2012 MacBook Pro 9,2

Elementary OS is an Ubuntu-based Linux operating system that is clean, simple, and lightweight. Lightweight it particularly useful for revitalizing older hardware. I have a 2010 MacBook Pro that is still in good shape, but it cannot run the current MacOS and has zero trade-in value at the Apple Store. This post… Read More »Installing eOS 6 on 2010 MacBook Pro 7,1