Features
Managing the Jungle
Alternative Linux file managers
Working with files and folders is a typical daily task on any computer. We tested four lesser known file managers that significantly simplify handling content on mass storage media.
Fast Copier
Data backups, images, and more with Qt4-fsarchiver
Qt4-fsarchiver lets you back up files, complete partitions, and create disk images with a single mouse click.
Enhanced Drama
Out of Bounds – Eye-catching photos made easy
Including out-of-bounds effects in slide shows and presentations is bound to get the undivided attention of the audience. Gimp has simple tools to create these image effects.
Matching Paint Job
Gimp and neural networks
Deep learning isn't just for industrial automation tasks. With a little help from Gimp and some special neural network tools, you can add color to your old black and white images.
Well Supported
Debian's long-term support experiment
The Debian project is extending its famous development process to offer long-term support.
House Radio
Z-Wave – Basics of wireless technology for the smart home
Z-Wave connects components in the smart home and ensures that remote commands from the control station take effect on real household appliances. We look at how it works, its range, the security of the protocol, and some basics that every Z-Waver should know.
Action
Five screencast programs tested
To make audiovisual content easy to understand, you can use screencast programs, of which Linux has a few.
Party On
Mail-merged party invitations with gLabels
Add an individual touch to invitations or cards to help your event start with a bang.
Wrapped
Encrypt files and folders with TruPax 9
The TruPax tool specializes in encrypting small datasets to safeguard your data from prying eyes.
The Email Upgrade
Social networking the FOSS way
Forget email: Bitmessage harnesses the power of public key cryptography to create a decentralized, trustless P2P communications protocol. Messages are virtually impossible to spoof or tap.
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