| 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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Why your EV’s battery will outlive your phone’s battery – and by how much

Electric car batteries are surprisingly robust, and mileage is not a good indicator of battery wear, according to a new study.

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Get the new Google Pixel 10a for $4/month at AT&T (plus free Pixel Buds)

The Google Pixel 10a is available for preorder now, and AT&T is offering savings plus a free gift if you order online.

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KDE Plasma 6.6 Turns Spectacle Into an OCR Tool and Ships a New Setup Wizard

The release also includes a new color blindness filter, an on-screen keyboard, and better high refresh rate display handling.

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Want to develop your Linux skills? I’ve found the perfect distro for you

Neither point-and-click simple like Mint nor grueling like Gentoo, NuTyx delivers the sweet spot for anyone who wants a better understanding of Linux systems.

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How to FaceTime on Android or your PC – no app needed

Did you know that anyone can join a FaceTime call? It’s as simple as clicking on a link.

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This local AI quickly replaced Ollama on my Mac – here’s why

If you’re going to use AI, running it locally is the way to go, and GPT4All makes is surprisingly easy.

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Think You're Digitally Sovereign? Red Hat Built a Tool to Find Out

It is open source, vendor-neutral, and free to self-host.

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The best phones of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

These are the best phones of 2026 from Samsung, Apple, and Google – all thoroughly tested and competing for the top spot.

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We ran battery tests on 17 phones – this model lasted the longest

For ZDNET’s latest Lab Award, we tested the best phones to find out which one had the best battery life over time.

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I put away my Samsung S25 Ultra after battery-testing this surprise Android phone

With the OnePlus 15, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL in my pockets, here’s how one stood out and earned itself a ZDNET Lab award.

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FSF Events: Free Software Directory meeting on IRC: Friday, February 20, starting at 12:00 EST (17:00 UTC)

Join the FSF and friends on Friday, February 20 from 12:00 to 15:00 EST (17:00 to 20:00 UTC) to help improve the Free Software Directory.

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I can use this laser tape measure in places I didn’t think possible (and it’s on sale)

The Mileseey Xtape1 is a full-on laser-enabled measuring computer.

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The best VPN services for iPad in 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

We tested the best VPNs for Apple iPad tablets, that offer rapid speeds, stable connections, and easy-to-use apps.

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Inside Google’s AI plan to end Android developer toil – and speed up innovation

I spoke with Sam Bright, VP and GM of Google Play and Developer Ecosystem, about how Gemini’s expansion in Android Studio can help human devs do more faster – and better.

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The Pixel 10a is the midrange phone to beat this year, starting at $499

The Pixel 10a arrives with a flatter design, new camera tricks, and satellite emergency support.

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My 6 favorite DNS services – and why they’re a must for security

I’ve tested many DNS services over the years. These are the ones I actually trust to help me stay private online.

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Audible’s new Read & Listen tool can double the number of books you finish – here’s how

In addition to listening to books, you can now also read them on the Audible app.

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KDE Plasma 6.6 Released! New Initial Setup & OCR Support in Spectacle

After almost 4 months of development, KDE announced the new major 6.6 version of its Plasma desktop yesterday. The new version of this popular Linux desktop environment introduced a new on-screen keyboard (aka virtual keyboard), that will be automatically enabled when there’s no real keyboard detected. Spectacle, the built-in screenshot tool now has OCR support. […]

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Need Help Remembering Linux Commands? Try Brief

If you’ve been looking for an app to help you get to know Linux commands, Brief is a great option.
The post Need Help Remembering Linux Commands? Try Brief appeared first on FOSS Force.

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90% of AI projects fail – here are 3 ways to ensure yours doesn’t

With AI spending forecast to reach $2.52 trillion in 2026, Gartner recommends focusing on building capacity, creating partnerships and avoiding random exploration.

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