Issue #294 / May 2025

Rather than using ho-hum bar graphs to display Internet bandwidth usage, Mike Schilli enlists cartoon characters to do the job. Along the way, you get a free introduction to 2D gaming sprite technology.

With just one line of Bash you can use tools like AWK and gnuplot to quickly analyze and plot your data.

Most PDF viewers lack a function for comparing PDF files, but DiffPDF shows you the differences at a glance.

Lua is an interesting Python alternative for small embedded machines that are not sufficiently powerful to run Python scripts. Create Lua socket client/server scripts to send outside temperatures between a Pi and a PS Vita display.

Monitor your indoor air quality with an inexpensive CO₂ sensor. We look at three candidates to help you find the best solution.

This month in Linux Voice and Elvie.

There's value in open software, hardware, and data in what may seem like some of the most basic tools for computer users.

YouTube is slowly becoming less usable every year. Piped, a privacy conscious YouTube front end, might be just what you need to enjoy YouTube content once again.

The Nintendo Network went dark in 2024, but a thriving FOSS community continues to support the Wii platform and other Nintendo devices. We'll introduce you to some of the tools you can use to reclaim the magic.

Nate explores the top FOSS, including the shiny new Zen Browser, a secure file eraser, an online office suite, and a very cool team combat game.