| 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’ve used Gemini in Android Auto for 2 months now, and it’s transformed my daily drive in 4 ways

Gemini has made voice control in my car fun and useful, and I’m still discovering new ways to use it.

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Yes, you should remove your data from the internet – and our favorite service is 55% off

Get your data out of the hands of brokers and spam callers with this deal on Incogni.

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ExpressVPN blows away the competition on security audits – but what do they mean?

Ever wonder what a VPN audit is or why they’re always announced to the public? Here’s why.

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This is the gaming laptop that makes desktops obsolete for me

The MSI Raider 16 Max HX combines powerful current-gen hardware with a revamped cooling system and a stunning 240Hz OLED screen.

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Steam Deck OLED is Absurdly Overpriced Now, Yet It Sold Out in North America Overnight

The handheld returned at $789 and $949, sold out in North America within 24 hours, and is now back with inconsistent availability.

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How I prep my solar power stations for weather emergencies – before it’s too late

With severe weather becoming more common, you need a plan before the lights go out. Here’s mine.

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I tried different Android Auto weather apps – these 3 are best for storm nerds like me

There aren’t many weather apps for Android Auto, but the ones I found work very well.

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5 best practices for migrating to a new CRM

Switching CRMs risks data loss and workflow disruption. These five best practices keep things on track.

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This Lenovo laptop I tested rivals the MacBook Air in ways Windows PCs once struggled in

The Slim 7x (2026) has impressive performance improvements, but its target user – the modern professional – remains the same.

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cloud-init: How to Set Up Ubuntu 26.04 Servers Automatically

The post cloud-init: How to Set Up Ubuntu 26.04 Servers Automatically first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides .Installing and configuring cloud-init on Ubuntu 26.04 makes it much easier to automate server setup, especially when work…

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gnutrition @ Savannah: GNUtrition 0.33.0rc3

A test release of GNUtrition, 0.33.0rc3, is now available.

GNUtrition is free nutrition analysis software written for the GNU operating system. The USDA Food and Nutrient Database for Dietary Studies (FNDDS) is used as the source of food nutrient …

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Distribution Release: Gnoppix Linux 26_6

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Andreas Mueller has announced the release of Gnoppix Linux 26_6, the latest version of the project’s privacy-focused and AI-optimised Linux distribution. This version is based on Debian’…

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AI Model Release Tracker: Opus 4.8’s misalignment rates similar to Claude Mythos Preview

Not every new model is all it’s cracked up to be. Our tracker keeps each release in context with its peers, so you know which models are worth your time.

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Perplexity launches Bumblebee: How its new read-only dev scanner differs from Chainguard

The AI company’s Bumblebee tool tackles your most urgent question after any supply‑chain advisory: Do your programmers have this malware installed?

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Distribution Release: Rocky Linux 9.8

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The Rocky Linux project has announced the release of Rocky Linux 9.8 which retains 1:1 compatibility with Red Hat Enterprise Linux. The project’s release notes share highlights of the ne…

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Euro-Office, Europe’s open-source alternative to Microsoft Office and Google Docs, launches June 9

European tech firms will ship the first stable release of Euro-Office next month, giving governments and businesses worldwide a ready-to-run, sovereign alternative to Microsoft Office and Google Docs.

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This 8TB SanDisk SSD is over $1,000 off at Best buy – and I recommend it

The price of SSDs has been skyrocketing, but you can still save nearly 62% on the 8TB SanDisk Desk Drive external SSD from Best Buy right now.

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Anthropic launches Opus 4.8, with honesty as its killer feature

Anthropic’s latest Claude model isn’t just faster or smarter. Opus 4.8 is being pitched as more honest, more careful, and better suited to complex coding projects.

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Best Buy is selling the LG C5 OLED for nearly 50% off right now – and I highly recommend it

It may be a generation behind, but the LG C5 OLED TV still offers plenty of reasons to pick one up, especially at this price.

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How to force Google AI Overviews to prioritize your favorite news sources

Google’s Preferred Sources feature is now available in AI Overviews and AI Mode, so you can add your favorite sites to your AI-powered searches.

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