Posts Tagged ‘ ubuntu ’

Tutorial: Customise Ubuntu with Ubuntu Tweak

Tutorial: Customise Ubuntu with Ubuntu Tweak

Customisation is an inherent part of Linux, but if you're not comfortable working without your mouse, tweaking aspects of your desktop can be tricky. That's where Ubuntu Tweak comes in. It's a nifty little app that helps you modify aspects of your Ubuntu installation. It breaks your desktop into various categories and enables...

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In Depth: How to choose the best Linux distro for laptops

In Depth: How to choose the best Linux distro for laptops

The smart mobile user shouldn't overlook Linux. The question is, which distro should you pick? You'll get a different answer depending who you ask. You'll probably be pointed in the direction of Arch for performance, Debian for stability and Ubuntu if you want easy access to the biggest collection of apps

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10 of the best Linux window managers

10 of the best Linux window managers

The window manager is the most important part of the Linux desktop environment. It defines how your windows look, how they behave, how applications are launched, and how they're closed. In many cases, window managers have evolved into complete desktop environments, helping with file management, configuration editing and computer management.

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22 ways to convert your friend to Linux

22 ways to convert your friend to Linux

Are your friends convinced that they should be paying for their operating systems because Linux sounds too complicated or because they think it won't do what they want it to? Fear not, here's your guide to brining your friends over to the light side... 1. First you need a non-geek friend If your...

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In Depth: Best Linux backup software: 8 tools on test

In Depth: Best Linux backup software: 8 tools on test

Have you been burned before and lost important data? Or do you lose sleep because of the fear of one day joining the ranks of those who have? Fear not, worried and jaded souls – there's a range of Linux backup tools that can help. Such tools avoid the pitfalls of common data...

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