| by Scott Kilroy

Welcome to Linux Consultant

This site is a collection of tips, examples and small chunks of code I’ve used over the years as I’ve worked with Linux. Mostly the items found here are for my own use but I’ve made the site public in the chance that it will help other people. If you find something useful please let me know. Also if you think something I’ve mentioned could be done better I would welcome the feedback.

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I changed 6 settings on my Roku TV to instantly give it a performance boost

There are several ways to optimize your Roku TV’s operating system for improved performance. Here’s my usual routine.

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Xcode 26.3 finally brings agentic coding to Apple’s developer tools

Xcode 26.3 could be Apple’s biggest leap in AI coding tools, shifting from assistant prompts to autonomous agents that build, test, and update configurations directly inside Xcode.

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Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: I tested both Androids, and it’s a close one

I’ve tested the two best Android phones out there – here’s what sets each one apart, and why you might want to pick one over the other.

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Upgrade your TV with Samsung’s 65-inch Neo QLED and soundbar for 50% off – here’s how

Samsung will sell you a 65-inch QN1EF Neo QLED TV and HW-S700D soundbar for under $1,200 now, just in time for the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics.

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The best Presidents’ Day laptop sales we’ve found so far

We’re tracking the best laptop deals ahead of Presidents’ Day 2026, with offers from Apple, Lenovo, HP, and more.

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I compared the two of the best Android camera phones right now – there’s a surprise winner

How does the OnePlus 15 compare to the Galaxy S25 Ultra? Here’s what I found after an exhaustive day of camera testing.

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Oh Dear! Notepad++ Was Quietly Compromised for Six Months (But Don't Panic Just Yet)

The attack occurred last year, but updating to a recent version is still recommended.

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I’ve yet to find a Bluetooth speaker that delivers more powerful bass and clearer mids than this

The Brane X might look like an ordinary speaker, but it delivers rich, immersive sound and comes with handy customization options.

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Best Buy is giving away free Samsung TVs right now – here’s the deal I’d recommend

Get $1,100 off the 65-inch Samsung S84F and get a 32-inch Samsung smart TV for free with this early Super Bowl deal.

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The weirdest tool I own is also one of the most useful (and it’s only $6 on Amazon)

This tiny device was made to inspect ear canals, but it’s surprisingly useful for just about everything else.

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I tested Raspberry Pi’s new USB flash drive – and it has a critical advantage over competitors

It might not fully replace a traditional Raspberry Pi system, but this is as fast as these kinds of flash drives get.

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Your library card unlocks a free movie streaming service most people don’t know about

Kanopy offers thousands of shows and movies. Here’s how to sign up for it.

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10 useful cables and connectors I can’t live without in 2026 (and they’re mostly cheap)

Wireless charging is improving, but cables will remain a fact of life for years to come.

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Dyson’s latest stick vacuum is impossibly thin and lightweight – but is it worth it at $599?

The PencilVac’s cleaning head replaces the traditional roller brush with hair-detangling cones, and it’s available starting today.

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How to clear your Windows 11 PC cache (and why it makes such a big difference)

Clearing this hidden data will markedly speed up your computer – here’s how to do it.

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The most premium work laptop I’ve tested so far lets me finally ditch Wi-Fi for good

While it’s last year’s model, Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 5G combines a positively premium build with an always-on connection.

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The 10 most popular products ZDNET readers bought last month

From Bluetooth trackers to power banks, these are the top tech gadgets and useful items our readers actually purchased last month.

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The top 5 Presidents’ Day deals I’d buy right now (including a free Samsung TV offer)

Presidents’ Day 2026 is coming soon, but there’s already tech savings to be had. Here are my favorite offers I’ve seen scouring the sales so far, including great deals on TVs ahead of the Super Bowl.

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I tried a Bluetooth Auracast receiver in my home theater, and it’s a near-perfect setup for me

Sennheiser’s RS 275 TV headphone bundle delivers one of the flexible in-home entertainment experiences I’ve tested.

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Distribution Release: Helwan Linux 3.0

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Saeed Badreldin has announced the release of Helwan Linux 3.0 “Dev” edition, the latest release of the project’s Arch-based distribution designed primarily for developers. It features th…

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