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If you’re new to the world of Linux and trying to figure out which distribution is right for your needs, this chart can help. It lists 10 key attributes for 20 popular distributions to help you zero in...
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Linux and open-source jobs are in more demand than ever
The Linux Foundation and Dice.com's 2018 Open Source Jobs Report shows the demand for open-source savvy employees is stronger than ever.
Red Hat changes its open-source licensing rules
Red Hat-initiated open-source projects, which use GPLv2 or LGPLv2.1, will be expected to add GPLv3's cure commitment language to their licenses.
Another day, another Intel CPU security hole: Lazy State
Intel has announced that there's yet another CPU security bug in its Core-based microprocessors.
How Red Hat Linux is helping reclaim the fastest supercomputer title for the US
It's not just the chips in the Department of Energy's record-breaking Summit supercomputer, which is setting new speed records; it's also Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
Linux Foundation: Microsoft's GitHub buy is a win for open source
Times have changed, we've all grown up, says the Linux Foundation.
Mark Shuttleworth dishes on where Canonical and Ubuntu Linux are going next
Ubuntu founder and Canonical CEO Mark Shuttleworth recently talked to me about his plans for his company, operating system, clouds, and containers.
Buildah 1.0: Linux Container construction made easy
Using containers is easy-peasy. Building them, not so much. Now, Red Hat has released Buldah 1.0, an easy-to-use, Linux shell-based container builder tool.
What Microsoft buying GitHub means to open-source software development
Buying GitHub may make sense for Microsoft, but many open-source developers hate the deal.
Tiny Windows 10 PC: GPD Pocket 2 gives you faster Intel Core m chip, new keyboard
The seven-inch display GPD Pocket 2 PC could be out in July with thinner bezels, and a new keyboard design.
The Killer Chromebook: Google's i7 Pixelbook
Can a Chromebook really be worth $1,500? If it's Google's own Intel i7-powered Chromebook, the answer's heck yeah! This is the best Chromebook to date.
Red Hat's only business plan is to keep changing plans
Red Hat's strategic planning isn't like yours, but with 64 straight quarters of revenue growth and continuing on course to become the first billion-dollar-a-quarter open-source company, the Linux and cloud power is clearly on to something.
Atari VCS gaming console Linux mini-PC finally available to pre-order
After many false starts, the Ubuntu-running living room system gets official pricing and specs as part of its Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign.
Tesla starts to release its cars' open-source Linux software code
Tesla is still a long way from fully releasing its cars' full open-source programs and Linux operating system code, but it's on its way.
Chrome 67 is out: Password-free logins get closer, plus bug fixes, better AR-VR support
Google's Chrome 67 has new APIs for augmented reality and virtual reality, as well as support for WebAuthn spec.
Ubuntu's Mark Shuttleworth pulls no punches on Red Hat and VMware in OpenStack cloud
Canonical CEO and Ubuntu Linux founder Mark Shuttleworth claims Canonical OpenStack is a better deal than either Red Hat or VMware's OpenStack offerings.
Linux survival guide: These 21 applications let you move easily between Linux and Windows
If you need to navigate regularly between Linux and the Windows world, there are many applications that can make your job easier. We spotlight 21 quality applications that will pave the way.
The 25 biggest events in Linux's 25-year history
A year by year summary of the most significant events in Linux's history to date.
Top five 2016 Chromebooks for school and everywhere else
Many schools now give you a Chromebook. If your school doesn't, here are your best choices.
Top five 2015 Chromebooks for students (and the rest of us)
Getting ready to buy a Chromebook for school? Here are the best of the best.
The top 10 leaders driving open-source tech
These are the people who have been driving the open-source technology powering today's business world.
A Fedora 22 beta walk-through
The new Fedora, with its GNOME 3.16 interface, is an interesting, powerful Linux desktop.
Six Clicks for Linux beginners: Ubuntu 15.04, Vivid Vervet
The easiest desktop operating system to use of all may be Ubuntu.
Six Clicks: From least to beast: The best Chromebooks
A Chromebook may be all you need for all your computing needs. Here's the best of the breed so far.
Must-have Linux desktop apps (Six Clicks)
Who says you need a Mac or a Windows PC? With the right applications, a Linux desktop is every bit as good as either of the two mainstream desktop operating systems.
Setting up Linux Mint 17.1 for the first time
Getting Linux Mint to work is simple.
Six Clicks: The six fastest computers in the world
In November 2014, the top six supercomputers all run Linux, but that's about the only thing they have in common.
Six licks of Google's Android Lollipop
It's not shipping yet, but you can run a pre-release of Android Lollipop, and it's already looking pretty tasty.
Six Clicks: Androids Apps on Chromebooks
Look out, Windows! With Google starting to bring over a million Android apps to Chromebooks, the Windows PC is going to face a real challenge.
Six Clicks: An early look at Ubuntu 14.10
Ubuntu 14.10 is a minor, but significant, step up from Canonical's last Linux desktop operating system, Ubuntu 14.04.
Six Clicks: The best Chromebooks for school
School will soon be in session and a Chromebook may be just what you need for the coming academic year.
AMD and Microsoft join forces to block Spectre attacks
AMD has released microcode updates for Spectre variant 2 that require Microsoft's latest Windows 10 patch.
Smart cars loving Linux, competitors left in rear view
BMW, Chevrolet, Honda, Mercedes, and Tesla all have one thing in common besides making cars: Their cars all run Linux.
Microsoft plans to lure Linux distribution maintainers with new open-source tool
Microsoft's open-source tool should make it easier to run distros on Windows 10's Windows Subsystem for Linux.
The 2013 flaw that's still used to turn Linux servers into coin miners today
Unpatched plugins are opening the door to cryptojacking.
Turn your Android smartphone into a bunker with 10 simple steps
Malware makers, phishers, they really are all out to get you. Here's how to stop them in their tracks.
Chromebook users to get easy access to Linux apps
Chrome developers are working on project Crostini to bring containers for running Linux VMs on Chrome OS.
Better know a blogger: SJVN on Linux, Microsoft, space roadsters and more
In the latest installment of our ongoing Better Know a Blogger series, we talk to ZDNet's Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols. We'll take a deep dive into what makes this prolific tech journalist tick, and take a look at the future of tech through his eyes
Barcelona: Bye Microsoft, hola Linux
No more Microsoft, says Barcelona City Council, in pursuit of "full technological sovereignty".
Five top improvements in Google Android 8.1
Besides numerous security fixes, the latest version of Android includes multiple features that developers will be using to improve your smartphone experience.
New browser on the block Vivaldi taps Raspberry Pi growth
Vivaldi has unveiled a browser for Raspberry Pi and may soon have a build for smartphones, too.
Supercomputing has an undisputed champion: Linux
It finally happened. All 500 of the world's top 500 supercomputers are running Linux.
Internal Space Station's Linux high-performance computer could help future Mars mission
A joint project between NASA and HPE could lay the foundations for travel to the Red Planet.
Linux Mint is a breeze. Here's our top tips
Linux is perfect for everyday tasks like browsing, emailing, photo management, financial management, and much more. Here's an overview.
Learn how to install Linux Mint
How to dump Windows completely and install only Linux Mint. The entire process took 10 minutes. Here are the details.
Most secure Linux server setups vulnerable to newly discovered sudo hole
Patches are available for almost all significant server Linux distributions, including Debian, Red Hat, SUSE, and Ubuntu.
BQ Aquaris M10 Ubuntu Edition review: Desktop-mobile convergence, up to a point
Canonical has been promising desktop-mobile convergence for Ubuntu since 2013, but BQ's Aquaris M10 Ubuntu Edition still seems like a work in progress. As a result, interest in this tablet is likely to be restricted to Ubuntu fans and determined early adopters.
Meizu MX4 Ubuntu Edition review: A flagship Linux smartphone
The second Ubuntu phone to reach the market, following the BQ Aquaris E4.5, is more powerful and has a larger display. The Linux smartphone OS is still a work in progress though.
Raspberry Pi 2 review: More power to the Pi
The Raspberry Pi 2 Model B is a simple, more powerful, upgrade to the original Pi that comes with a good range of bundled applications. The Pi 2 is great value at $35, but a number of additional items are needed to turn it into a fully functioning system.
Ubuntu 14.10 (Utopic Unicorn), Beta 1 preview: No big changes
Despite optimistic 2011 predictions of a fully converged cross-platform OS running Mir and UnityNext (8) by 2014, Ubuntu 14.10 is set to retain X Windows and Unity 7. Based on this beta, it seems there will be no big changes in 14.10, although upgrading is always worthwhile.
Ubuntu 14.04 LTS 'Trusty Tahr', Beta 1 preview: Convergence deferred
Ubuntu 14.04 LTS was to be the first converged desktop/tablet/smartphone release. However, it's shaping up to be more of a typical Long Term Support release, with the emphasis on solid and stable, rather than radical changes.
Ubuntu 13.10 (Saucy Salamander) review: Smart Scopes in, Mir out
With the Mir display server failing to make the cut, Ubuntu 13.10, rather than being a stepping-stone on the way to form-factor convergence with 14.04, seems more like an obligatory release.
Hands on with Korora 19 'Bruce'
Hot on the heels of Fedora 19 comes this everything-including-the-kitchen-sink derivative.
Ubuntu 13.04 (Raring Ringtail) review
Some of the features that were to be included in Ubuntu 13.04 have been shelved in favour of presenting a polished and solid release, with most of the improvements residing behind the scenes. As a result, Raring Ringtail may seem a bit of a disappointment.
HP Pavilion dm1-4310e: Swapping Windows 8 for Linux
Windows 8 is OUT on my next-generation Pavilion dm1, and Linux — in the shape of Fedora 18, openSuSE 12.3, Mint 14 and Ubuntu 12.10 — is IN.
Ubuntu 12.10 (Quantal Quetzal) review
Ubuntu 12.10 contains more controversial changes than expected. If you can live with or work around those changes, it remains a powerful and useful desktop Linux operating system.
Ubuntu 12.04 LTS (Precise Pangolin)
Ubuntu 12.04 LTS is an extremely solid, usable, fast and secure desktop Linux OS. It continues to hone the Unity user interface introduced in earlier releases, and also migrates to a new version of the kernel.
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