The Fedora “Everything” 43 Image Changes Everything
I recently reinstalled Fedora 43 Server Edition on my primary workstation for multiple reasons. One was that operating systems -- even Linux -- tend to...
Getting Started With the cd Command
The cd command is used on the Linux command line to change from one directory to another. This article looks at how it works and some of its interesting yet less well-known capabilities.
Why Zorin OS 18 Might Be the Best Linux Release for New Users
It’s been a while since I tried a new Linux distribution, so I was game for a new experience when an edtech blogger I follow...
Flexible updates with Linux
Flexibility is an important consideration when performing updates to your operating system. Linux gets it right.
Reviving an Old Laptop with Linux Mint
As I write this on October 28, I got a phone call from someone I had never met before. He’d been referred to me by...
Free Office Software That Works
Recently, I had a client who, despite my recommendation for Linux or macOS, chose instead to opt for Microsoft Windows 11. They purchased a nice...
How I write with Linux — My complete toolchain
Exploring the toolchain I use to write my books and articles.
3 easy ways to make screenshots on Linux
Here are three methods I use to capture screenshots on Linux.
Best Linux Distros for Windows Users: From Mint to Pop!_OS
When you are new to Linux, it can be challenging to navigate all the options available to users. Choosing a distribution can be difficult, especially...
Minty Fresh on a Meerkat: My Latest Linux Setup
A trip to Denver and the System76 factory in 2018 afforded me a chance to meet their technology team and look at the products they...
Rhythmbox is a great music player for GNOME
I like Rhythmbox as my music player on Linux because it’s simple and stays out of my way.
How do I choose a Linux distribution?
I see a lot of potential Windows refugees asking this question on the two social media sites I still use, BlueSky and Mastodon. While it's...
What you need to know when you buy a new computer
Author's Note: This article is based on parts of Chapter 4, "Using Linux – Choosing Hardware," of my book, "Linux for Small Business Owners," with...
My oldest computer turns 20 today
My oldest computer turns 20 today, August 30, 2025. I use this data because, according to the Dell service information for it, that’s the date that this Dell Optiplex was shipped from the Dell factory. Unable to even install current versions of Windows, I keep it running using the most current versions of Fedora Linux.