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Linux Advocacy - My Take

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I recently had something of a debate on the meaning Linux Advocacy and thought I should offer explanation of my take on the topic. Before that, to clarify my background: I’m not by any means an uber-geek, one of those people who see matrix-like code streams everywhere and solve any tech issue with a…

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Best Free and Open Source Alternatives to Apple Passwords

Apple Passwords is a password manager application which lets users store and access encrypted account information. Passwords is proprietary software. We recommend the best free and open source alternatives for Linux.

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Top Cross-Platform Apps for Linux, Windows, and Mac in 2025

One of the most significant advancements in software development is the ability to create apps that work seamlessly across different operating systems like Linux, Windows, and Mac. This cross-platform compatibility ensures that users don’t have to worry about switching devices or operating systems – they can enjoy the same apps, features, and functionality everywhere. In […]

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Linux Kernel Source Code Surpasses 40 Million Lines [January 2025 Update]

As of January, 2025, the Linux Kernel Source has approximately 40 Million lines of code! This is one of the greatest achievements in the history of open-source, community-driven projects.

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19 Best Free and Open Source Linux Graphical Calculators

To provide an insight into the quality of software that is available, we have compiled a list of 19 high quality Linux graphical calculator tools. Hopefully, there will be something of interest for anyone who wants more functionality offered by simple calculators.

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5 Best Free and Open Source Terminal-Based Matrix Clients

This roundup features the finest terminal-based Matrix clients. Only free and open source software is eligible for inclusion.

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Don’t Let These Open-Source Cybersecurity Tools Slip Under Your Radar

This article showcases free, open-source cybersecurity tools that help you identify and address vulnerabilities, detect intrusion, protect websites from cyber attacks, monitor and detect suspicious activities across your network.

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16 Best Free and Open Source Graphical Git Clients

Git is one of a number of open source revision control systems available for Linux. We recommend the finest GUI-based tools.

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How to Install Apache Couch DB on AlmaLinux 9

Apache CouchDB is an open-source NoSQL and document-oriented database that supports multiple formats and protocols to store its data. Apache CouchDB allows you to use JSON to store data, and it also provides web UI for managing the CouchDB system and HTTP API that enables you to query data easily.

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Bash declare Command Usage With Examples

In Bash shell scripting on Linux, the declare command is used to define, set attributes, modify, and display variables and functions.

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9 Best Free and Open Source Linux Terminal-Based Port Scanners

Linux has a good range of port scanners that help administrators identify and rectify weaknesses in a system. We recommend the best terminal-based tools.

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Valve now warns on Steam pages if an Early Access game hasn't been updated in a long time

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You can now GoPro with your Steam Deck and mount it to your belly - or wherever you want

Mechanism, who made the excellent Deckmate and Gaming Pillow, said about their latest accessory kit the GoPro Mount that "No one asked for…

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Flathub adds We Love Games and On the go sections plus details on what's next for their infrastructure

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Humble Choice for February has Total War: PHARAOH, Trepang2, Griftlands and more

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How to set, change and reset your SteamOS / Steam Deck desktop root password

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Bugbear and THQ Nordic have announced that the chaotic racer Wreckfest 2 is set for an Early Access release on March 20th..Read the full article on…

Killing Floor 3 is set for release on March 25 with "even more realistic carnage"

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Atari announced Breakout Beyond, a fresh spin on the classic from the devs of BIT.TRIP

The Breakout franchise is making a full return, with Atari announcing Breakout Beyond, developed by Choice Provisions (the studio behind…

The latest Valve Steam Console rumour with AMD RDNA4 can be safely ignored - here's why

Thanks to posts on social media and YouTuber videos, which now other news sites have picked up, we're seeing fresh rumours about a new Steam…

How to set up Decky Loader on Steam Deck / SteamOS for easy plugins

Decky Loader is a simple to use plugin system for Steam Deck / SteamOS, that allows you to add in plenty of extra features and some of the plugins…

How to change the Proton version on Linux, SteamOS and Steam Deck

You've heard a lot about Proton and all the different versions, but how do you actually change the version of Proton used for games? Here's all you…

UK gov responds to the newer Stop Killing Games petition - no plans to amend UK consumer law

The second Stop Killing Games petition in the UK crossed over 10,000 signatures, and so the government have responded with a full statement..Read the…

Valve fixes up The Finals and No Man's Sky VR with Proton Experimental

A fresh Proton Experimental update from Valve has landed fixing up issues with two games for Linux / Steam Deck so here's what's new..Read the full…

Nexus Mods app makes improvements to Collections, fixes Baldur's Gate 3 Script Extender on Linux

The newer open source and cross-platform Nexus Mods app has another update out, this time with more UI changes and improvements to the Collections…

Run a game store and go through gaming history in GSC - Game Store Chronicle

Imponix Game Studio have announced GSC - Game Store Chronicle, a management simulator where you run your very own game store..Read the full article…

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH gets stability fixes and a Steam Deck graphics setting tweak

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1997 classic adventure The Space Bar upgraded with ScummVM and Linux support

Another classic revived. The ZOOM Platform recently announced that the 1997 classic adventure The Space Bar has been upgraded to use ScummVM and…

PS2 Emulator emulator PCSX2 should get Wayland support "in the coming months"

PCSX2 is a free and open source Sony PS2 Emulator, and it seems they're working towards ensuring it has full support for Wayland on Linux..Read the…

Video Game History Foundation launches a digital archive free for everyone

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Physics building game Besiege gets a big 10 year anniversary update

Besiege from Spiderling Studios just had a big free upgrade for all players to celebrate the 10th anniversary..Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.

Steam Survey for January 2025 shows Linux still above 2%

Valve have released the Steam Hardware & Software Survey for January 2025, showing both Linux and macOS having a dip with a rise of Windows…

The Sims and The Sims 2 officially return with a Legacy Collection for each

The rumours were true, EA have re-released the classics. The Sims Legacy Collection and The Sims 2 Legacy Collection are live on Steam now..Read the…

Warner Bros platform fighter MultiVersus goes offline for good in May

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Linux performance overlay MangoHud 0.8.0-rc1 out now for testing with Intel GPU support and lots of improvements

MangoHud is a performance overlay you can use on Desktop Linux, and it's what powers the built-in overlay on Steam Deck. A new release candidate is…

Calamities are coming to Old World in the Wrath of Gods DLC plus they hit a big sales milestone

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Free tense horror game Those Who Crawl about exploring shrinking caves added Linux / Steam Deck support

Originally released in 2022, Hush Fin Games have upgraded the free game Those Who Crawl, which now includes Linux and Steam Deck support..Read the…

Minecraft gets new types of cows, a firefly bush and more ambient sounds

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The Spell Brigade gets lots of gameplay improvements plus a UI update for Steam Deck

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Games to claim from Prime Gaming, Jan 31 edition round-up for SteamOS Linux and Steam Deck

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FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH should work better on Linux / Steam Deck with the latest Proton Hotfix

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NVIDIA Beta driver 570.86.16 released with VRR for multiple displays and lots of improvements

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Open source RTS 0 A.D. Alpha 27 released bringing a new Vulkan renderer, new maps, AMD FSR and lots more

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Free bite-sized photography platformer Batography out now on Steam

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Put your thinking cap on for Fallacy Quiz a game that will test your reasoning skills

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The End of the Sun is a Slavic fantasy time-travel adventure out now

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NTSYNC driver support heads to Wine in a new Merge Request

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