Features
Under Lock and Key
Encrypt files in the shell with v02enc
Sensitive data should never be stored in the clear, but encrypting data often requires dealing with the GnuPG juggernaut. v02enc takes the worries out of encryption with a simple process, shell-based access, and storage in Git directories.
Bottle Service
Running Windows Apps on Linux
Bottles lets you run Windows apps and games on Linux in clean, isolated environments without dual-booting.
Leaky Container
Sneaking Around Docker and Kubernetes Isolation
Docker containers and Kubernetes pods might not be as airtight as you think. We'll show you three potential attacks.
Scripted Setup
Managing Systems and Applications with pyinfra
Keeping Linux machines in a known state requires a configuration management system. Discover how pyinfra simplifies this task with Python's full programming power.
Chat Freedom
Exploring the Matrix Communication Protocol
Corporate communication platforms might be convenient, but they put your privacy at risk. The Matrix open communication standard offers a different approach.
Ghost Web
Is the Ghost CMS Ready to Replace WordPress?
Ghost is a powerful CMS for beginners and professionals who want to grow a business around their content.
Keep It Free
Open Source Licenses for Documents, Images, Audio/Video, Fonts, and Hardware
Linux users associate open source licenses with software, but a bevy of licenses are available for documents, images, audio/video, fonts, and hardware.
Splitsville
Divorcing KWallet from KMail
KDE's password manager, KWallet, can be an annoyance. While it can't be completely disabled, the nuisance can be minimized.
Perfect Harmony
Keep Files in Sync
FreeFileSync and Syncthing let you keep your files in sync between two computers on your local network or across the Internet.
Gaming Your Way
Play video games natively on Linux
Bazzite, an immutable Linux distro adapted for gaming, lets you play your favorite video games on your PC, handheld, or home theater PC.
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