| 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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MacBook Neo proves that Microsoft had the right idea, but the wrong execution

The success of Apple’s budget laptop has a lot to do with Microsoft’s Surface RT failure. Here’s how they’re connected.

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Google Chrome is (finally) coming to ARM64 Linux

Chrome is finally coming to ARM64 Linux devices this year, Google has announced. If you currently run Ubuntu (or another Linux distribution) on an ARM-based device like the Raspberry Pi or a Snapdragon X Elite laptop, etc, you’ve had no way to in…

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How to enter Safe Mode on your Android phone – and why it’s critical to do so

Safe mode helps you see if a buggy app is causing your Android phone to crash, freeze, or slow down. Here’s how.

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Distribution Release: EndeavourOS 2026.03.06

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Bryan Poerwo has announced the release of EndeavourOS 2026.03.06, code-name “Titan”. EndeavourOS is an Arch-based Linux distribution with a customised KDE Plasma desktop and Calamares sy…

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CIQ Ships RLC Pro AI, a GPU‑First Take on Rocky Linux

The company behind Rocky Linux is rolling out an AI‑optimized edition that promises better GPU utilization, a validated CUDA stack, and less hand‑rolled tuning.
The post CIQ Ships RLC Pro AI, a GPU‑First Take on Rocky Linux appeared first on FOSS Force…

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Google Maps just got its ‘biggest update in over a decade’ – it may change your driving for good

A more capable navigation system feels like a step in the right direction for the decades-old service.

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Get the new Galaxy S26 Ultra for up to $720 off with trade-in from Samsung – here’s how

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is finally available – and if you order from Samsung now, you can get a big discount with an eligible trade-in.

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This $30 smart router with a built-in VPN is the travel gadget I didn’t know I needed

The GL.iNet Mango (GL.MT300N-V2) mini smart router gives me total control of how I access the internet when I travel.

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I replaced my router with a Wi-Fi 7 mesh model, and wondered where my dead zones went

TP-Link’s Deco BE77 is a premium Wi-Fi 7 system with blazing-fast speeds and coverage for very large homes.

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OBS Studio 32.1.0 Released with New Audio Mixer & WebRTC Simulcast

OBS Studio, the free open-source live streaming and screen recording software, released new major 32.1.0 version today. The new version is made available after 2 Beta and 4 RC development releases. It features new redesigned audio mixer that now displays the audio sources vertically by default. The new audio mixer replaced the bottom vertical dots […]

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JBL’s latest headphones offer an Auracast loophole Apple won’t be happy about

With one simple app feature, JBL’s headphones open an otherwise closed-off feature to iOS fans.

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Why Moltbook and OpenClaw are the fool’s gold in our AI boom

Commentary: Whatever Meta and OpenAI paid, it was too much. Other, better programs can do the same jobs.

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The best note-taking apps for iPad of 2026: Expert tested

We’ve tried popular iPad apps for note-taking, from Notability to Evernote. Here’s our favorites.

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Best VPNs for streaming of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Want to access Netflix, Hulu, and more abroad? These are the best VPNs for speed, security, and privacy while you’re away from home.

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Google Chrome / Chromium146 Released with Vertical Tabs

Google Chrome web browser announced the new stable 146 version on Tuesday for Linux, Android, macOS, ChromeOS and Windows users. The new monthly release finally merged the feature Vertical Tabs, allowing to move the tab bar from top to the left side. And, the side-bar can be resized to either show both icons and titles […]

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I tried Firefox’s new ‘Smart Window’ in a beta build

Firefox’s new AI-powered ‘Smart Window’ feature is taking shape in development builds – I gave it a hands on in the latest v149.0b7 beta (on macOS). Although Firefox 148 added an AI Switch, Mozilla is all-in on AI in now it’s pa…

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Distribution Release: LinuxHub Prime 2026.03.10

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The developers of LinuxHub Prime have announced the availability of an updated version of the project’s Arch-based Linux distribution featuring a custom system installer. The user-friend…

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FSF Blogs: Discord doesn’t deserve your unquestioning trust

Source: Planet GNU

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8 powerful apt commands every Linux user should know – or else you’re missing out

The Debian/Ubuntu package manager isn’t just for installing and removing software. There’s more to Apt than you might know.

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I tried Zenclora, a super-fast Linux distro with zero bloat – and one truly special feature

This Debian-based distribution is an absolute delight to use and relatively easy, with some minor caveats.

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