| 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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YouTube Premium vs. YouTube Premium Lite: Are the upgrades worth the $6 difference?

YouTube videos without ads sound great, but you should know about both plans before overpaying for features you don’t use.

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The good, bad, and ugly of AI healthcare, according to a doctor who uses AI

There’s a right way and a wrong way to use AI for health advice. Consider the technology a springboard for conversations with a medical professional.

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BSD Release: FreeBSD 14.4

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The FreeBSD project has announced the launch of FreeBSD 14.4, the latest release of the 14.x series. The upgrade mostly updates core system packages, such as OpenSSH and ZFS, while also …

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FSF Blogs: March 15 is the deadline to apply for LibreLocal funding

If you want funding for your meetup, apply before it’s too late!

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AlmaLinux Gets CUDA Parity With Ubuntu, RHEL, and RLC

AlmaLinux users no longer have to juggle Nvidia workarounds: CUDA and GPU drivers are moving into the distro’s normal package workflow.
The post AlmaLinux Gets CUDA Parity With Ubuntu, RHEL, and RLC appeared first on FOSS Force.

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This new Claude Code Review tool uses AI agents to check your pull requests for bugs – here’s how

Each pull request can cost up to $25. Here’s why companies might still pay to prevent catastrophic bugs.

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How to save money on YouTube TV: Consider these 12 cheaper packages (including live sports)

The streaming service rolls out a dozen cheaper subscription plans – pick the one that fits your viewing habits.

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Apple might launch a new class of ‘Ultra’ devices in 2026 – including a foldable iPhone

Perhaps Apple’s long-rumored touchscreen MacBook will also be an ‘Ultra’ device.

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Switching to Tor Browser on Android turned out to be more useful than I expected

If you’re looking for the safest way to browse on your Android phone, consider the Tor Browser over more popular options.

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Getting your Android phone repaired? Turn on this setting first – and lock down your data

Repair Mode lets technicians fix your Android phone without seeing your personal files or apps. Here’s how.

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I tried GPT-5.4, and most answers were really good – but a few had me concerned

OpenAI claims that GPT-5.4 Thinking can do professional tasks, but I’m not so sure if that’s fully accurate.

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Soundcore P31i review: I replaced my AirPods with these $40 earbuds, and didn’t regret it

The Anker Soundcore P31i earbuds offer many powerful features at a very affordable price.

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iPad Air (M4, 2026) review: I benchmarked Apple’s tablet with the Pro model, and it’s very close

The new iPad Air with the M4 chip sits oddly between the base model and the Pro, but it’s the perfect fit if you’re a certain type of user.

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AI is supercharging cloud cyberattacks – and third-party software is the most vulnerable

Google’s latest threat report warns that third-party tools are now prime targets for attackers – and businesses have just days to keep them secure.

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Microsoft’s Agent 365 helps you spot risky AI agents before they cause trouble – here’s how

Microsoft has a new centralized dashboard that lets IT teams track AI agents’ visibility, permissions, and security risks to prevent them from becoming insider threats to corporate systems.

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HandBrake Released 1.11.0 with DNxHR & ProRes Encoders (Ubuntu PPA)

HandBrake, the popular free open-source video transcoder for Linux, Windows, and macOS, released new 1.11.0 version today! Thanks to FFmpeg 8.0, the new version added encoding support for ProRes, a lossy compression format developed by Apple. As well, it added Production ProRes presets using that encoder to make 540p, 1080p, 4K videos, and any resolution […]

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HandBrake 1.11 adds ProRes, DNxHR encoders and MOV output

HandBrake, the free and open-source video transcoder, has just dropped its first major release of 2026 – adding new professional encoders, MOV output container and a considered clutch of Linux changes. Those of you who work to production standards will…

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DistroWatch Weekly, Issue 1163

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. This week in DistroWatch Weekly:
Review: Quick looks at three Linux distributions
News: Guix System offers 64-bit Hurd option, Ubuntu and Fedora communities discuss age declaration laws…

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Participation Required a Microsoft License — Until Citizens Pushed Back

Ironically, when the EU asked for feedback on new tech rules, it locked the process to dear old Microsoft. A fast, focused campaign forced officials…
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Distribution Release: CachyOS 260308

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The CachyOS team have announced the release of a new version of their Arch-based Linux distribution. The new version places a focus on making the system installer more friendly, particul…

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