| 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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You can share your real-time location via Google Messages now – here’s how

You can choose how long you want to share your location or turn it off at any time.

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Canadian Software Boutique SimplyPHP Acquired by Startup-Focused TLM

The deal pairs a boutique PHP outsourcing shop with a startup-focused product studio, revealing how even tiny players shape the open source ecosystem.
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Ultrahuman takes aim at Oura with new ring’s 15-day battery – but not everyone can buy it

The Ultrahuman Ring Pro also packs a new safety feature that makes the smart ring easier to cut off – just in case.

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7 ways Nano Banana 2 just got better and faster – how to try Google’s latest image model

Google’s new default model for generating images, Nano Banana 2 offers faster speeds, better text rendering, and higher resolutions than its predecessor.

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The best satellite phones of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

I went hands on with the best satellite phones and communicators from companies like SpaceX, Garmin, and Inmarsat. These devices offer features like messaging, live tracking, and SOS capabilities.

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ONLYOFFICE 9.3 makes document editing easier than ever

A new version of ONLYFFICE Desktop Editors, a open source office suite for Windows, macOS and Linux, is out with a fresh set of features and tools. ONLYOFFICE 9.3 adds more signature options for PDF forms, multipage view for documents, new solver tools…

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The best Samsung TVs of 2026: Expert tested OLEDs, big-screens, and more

Samsung offers everything from high-end OLED TVs to budget-friendly options, and we’ve tested them all to help you find the best fit for your home theater.

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How To Subscribe To News using Thunderbird on Ubuntu

Mozilla Thunderbird is the default email client application on Ubuntu. This powerful application has many features other than email management, and among them is, an RSS feed reader. That means an Ubuntu user can subscribe to any website and blog on th…

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Destroyed servers and DoS attacks: What can happen when OpenClaw AI agents interact

By testing agent-to-agent interactions, researchers observed catastrophic system failures. Here’s why that’s bad news for everyone.

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What to expect at MWC 2026: Best phones I’m anticipating from Xiaomi, Motorola, and more

Mobile World Congress 2026 kicks off next week, but Samsung, Nothing, TCL, and others have already hinted at what’s to come in Barcelona.

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Is Microsoft really spying on you with Windows telemetry?

Some Windows customers are convinced that Microsoft’s diagnostic data collection for Windows is a secret spy network. I’ve been investigating this topic for a decade. Here’s what you need to know.

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The 4th Snapshot of Ubuntu 26.04 LTS Released!

Ubuntu 26.04 Snapshot 4, the final snapshot release for the next LTS (Long Term Support), was released! The Ubuntu developer team announced the release last night: Hello everyone, I’d like to announce the fourth (and the final!) successful publication of the monthly snapshot – Resolute Snapshot 4. You can find the images on cdimage.ubuntu.com, for […]

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OnlyOffice Desktop Editor 9.3 added Multi-Page View, Markdown Export

OnlyOffice, the free open-source office suite for Linux, Windows, and macOS, released new 9.3 version few days ago for its offline use desktop editors app. The new version introduced long-awaited multipage view feature, allowing to view multiple page documents side-by-side. Simply enable the feature by either going to View -> Multiple Pages, or clicking the […]

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The best live TV streaming services of 2026: Expert tested

You can cut cable and still access live TV for a fraction of the cost. These are my favorite live TV streaming services, tested and ranked, in 2026.

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Ubuntu 26.04 Snapshot 4 is now available to download

Canonical’s engineers have announced the fourth and final monthly snapshot of Ubuntu 26.04, ahead of next month’s all important beta release. Ubuntu 26.04 Snapshot 4, like all other monthly snapshots, not a blessed build intended for mainst…

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After weeks of listening to these Fender headphones, I’m still wondering who should buy them

Fender’s first foray into the consumer audio market comes with several connectivity bonuses and a few drawbacks that are hard to ignore.

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Ubuntu 26.04 breaks a sudo tradition older than most of its users

Name: Password feedback in sudo. Age: New, but it’s absence is over 40 years old. Appearance: ********. What’s this about? When you run a command in Ubuntu 26.04 LTS using sudo and enter your password, you now see asteri…

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Ubuntu 26.04 ‘Resolute Raccoon’ default wallpaper unveiled

Ubuntu has unveiled the default wallpaper that will grace millions of screen in the upcoming 26.06 LTS ‘Resolute Raccoon’ release. As is tradition, the new desktop background features mascot artwork in the middle of a rich purple gradient. …

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Linux explores new way of authenticating developers and their code – here’s how it works

Linux kernel maintainers propose a less painful process for identifying developers. See how it can make Linux code safer than ever.

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Why scammers call you and say nothing – and how to respond safely

There’s a reason scammers don’t say anything when they call you, at least not right away. Here’s how to deal with these sneaky calls.

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