Features

DIY Maps

Maps with uMap

Jun 03, 2017

uMap provides an easy way to create advanced maps based on the OpenStreetMap service. This article explains how to put uMap's features and functionality to practical use.

Lockdown

Secure your logins with two-factor authentication

Jun 03, 2017

Add an extra layer of protection with one-time passwords.

Finding an Ergonomic Computer Chair

Buying an Ergonomic Chair from Herman Miller

Jul 11, 2017

With an aging population spending hours in front of a computer, ergonomic seating solutions have become as common as ergonomic keyboard choices

Finely Filtered

Evaluate systemd logs using journalctl

Jul 10, 2017

The journal is the systemd component responsible for viewing and managing logfiles.

Choose Chakra

An elegant and simple Arch Linux-based distro

May 02, 2017

KDE lovers can rejoice at Chakra Linux's beautiful and functional operating system.

Signs of Life

Intro to the Gnome Flashback desktop

May 02, 2017

If you struggle with the appearance and behavior of the Gnome desktop, the classic features of fallback mode offer an alternative in a familiar style. Lamented by many as dead and gone, Gnome 3 fallback is still alive and kicking in Gnome Flashback.

Universal Package Formats and How They Differ

Flatpak and Snap

Jun 13, 2017

We talk with Alexander Larsson, the creator of Flatpak, and Thibaut Rouffineau, a member of the Snap team.

Welcome Startup Support

Graphical interfaces for systemd

May 02, 2017

Systemd has won the race, as indicated by the several tools that already offer a service just a mouse click away. We look at six of these tools.

Master Builder

Create your own Linux distribution

Mar 28, 2017

Linux systems out of the box are a dime a dozen. But if you want a customized system, you will certainly see the benefit of AryaLinux, which lets you put together an individualized system from the sources.

Clever Combination

Leaner surfing with the SeaMonkey Internet Suite

Mar 28, 2017

SeaMonkey is a lean and time-tested alternative for web, mail, IM, and address management that supports Firefox plugins.

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