| 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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Audacity 3.7.8 & 4.0 Beta Released! Improved HiDPI Support for Linux

Audacity, the free open-source audio editor, released new 3.7.8 version yesterday along with the Beta for next 4.0 major release. The new version introduced some minor new features, improved UI for Linux, and fixed various issues. And, Ubuntu PPA has been updated for those who prefer native .deb package. First, the new version fixed a […]

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6 Android Auto apps that are essential when I’m off-roading – and most are free

Android Auto isn’t just for city streets anymore. Here are the apps that help me get more done on road trips.

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Dell vs. HP: I’ve tested dozens of laptops from both brands, and here’s my buying advice

Dell and HP both make excellent laptops, but each excels in different areas. Here are the key differences.

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9 Google Messages settings I change on every new Android phone – and why

Change these Google Messages settings for a cleaner, quieter, and more private texting experience.

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How to Completely Uninstall Flatpak on Ubuntu

The post How to Completely Uninstall Flatpak on Ubuntu first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides .If you installed Flatpak on Ubuntu and now want to remove it completely, including installed apps, runtime files, cached data,
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Treat your AI agents like eager but misguided human interns – before you lose control

Think twice about what permissions you are providing your AI agents and what actions they can take on your behalf.

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Best Buy has a 98-inch Hisense TV on sale for nearly 60% off right now

Right now at Best Buy, you can snag a 98-inch Hisense QD5 QLED TV for just under $1,000.

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The cloud vs. clouded leopard: America’s data center backlash on display at Nashville Zoo

As fights against data centers spring up around the country, the latest showdown in Nashville has a furry face.

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LibreOffice gives its Ribbon-style UI a pop of colour

You’ll be able to customise the look of LibreOffice’s Tabbed UI in the free office suite’s next major release, which his due out in August 2026. LibreOffice 26.8’s Tabbed UI (also known as the Notebookbar and modelled after the …

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Distribution Release: GLF OS Quasar

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Gaming Linux FR has announced the release of GLF OS Quasar, a major update of the project’s NixOS-based distribution focused on gaming. This version updates the GNOME desktop to version …

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Lenovo vs. Dell: I’ve tested both laptop brands for years, and here’s my preference

Dell and Lenovo specialize in PCs, laptops, and other computing products, but which one is better? Here’s how to decide based on your needs.

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4 Android Auto default settings you should change right away – here’s why

Take a moment to toggle these settings, and your driving experience will improve immediately. You’re welcome.

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Euro-Office 1.0 arrives to open-source infighting: ‘Compatibility is not sovereignty’

The new cloud-based, open-source alternative to Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace is here, as LibreOffice backers lambast its reliance on Microsoft document formats.

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Apple WWDC: What tech fans got right (and wrong) about iOS 27, Tim Cook, and more

We asked ZDNET readers to predict Apple’s WWDC announcements for a chance to win a new Apple Watch. Here’s what you said.

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Best Buy just cut the price of one of my favorite TCL TVs – up to $1,000 off

The TCL QM8L offers gorgeous picture quality with rich audio to match, and you can save big on one right now.

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FOSS Weekly #26.24: Dank Linux Review, BitWarden Alternative, Mint Tips (And an Important Message)

14 years of It’s FOSS needs your support

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Best Buy has better gaming deals right now than Amazon’s early Prime Day sale

Disappointed in Amazon’s selection of gaming deals ahead of the Prime Day 2026 sale? Best Buy has you covered.

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The best Sam’s Club deals to compete with Prime Day (including half off membership)

You may want to check Sam’s Club first before filling your Amazon cart this Prime Day.

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I’ve tested solar power at home for years – 12 myths you shouldn’t fall for in 2026

Knowing the facts on home solar power can help you make better, informed choices, save money, and stay safe.

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DCOX, PDFs Were Not Built for AI. This New Open Standard Wants to Change That

The spec looks to simplify how AI systems read and process documents under a vendor-neutral umbrella.

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