| 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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The DIY era of smartwatches has begun – Google and Apple already have me hooked

Google’s Create My Widget and Apple’s new Shortcuts feature prove we’re in a DIY era of automation.

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Android 17 is out now, with a fresh Pixel Drop for June – here’s what’s new

You’re getting productivity tricks, bubbles, new AI models, upgraded security, and more.

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I tried AnduinOS 2.0, and it may be the easiest way to ditch Windows for Linux

AnduinOS 2.0 is a speedy, private, Ubuntu-based Linux distro that’s all about true distro engineering. And it’s laid out like Windows 11.

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Distribution Release: Univention Corporate Server 5.2-6

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The Univention team have published a new version of the project’s Debian-based Univention Corporate Server. The latest release updates handling of group mailboxes and makes it easier to …

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I’ve had dozens of robot mower brands and models – here’s my advice for every yard type

I have one golden rule: It’s not about the mower, it’s about the yard. Use my free checklist to decide which model to buy.

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Arch Linux Pulls the Plug on New AUR Registrations After Malware Flood

More than 1,500 AUR packages got hit, and new waves kept coming.

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Amazon just dropped this 55-inch QLED TV to under $300 – and I highly recommend it

Only $280 gets you a 55-inch Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED Series with this great early Prime Day deal.

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Firefox 152 streamlines its Settings and adds a new way to mute tabs

Mozilla has released Firefox 152 with revamped Settings, new privacy controls and faster ways to share web content – plus a peculiar new way to mute tabs. The update is available from today (15 June, 2026) on Windows, macOS and Linux, as well as for An…

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KDE Plasma 6.7 might be a point release – but it’s packed with new features

The latest release of one of the finest desktop environments on the market is here, and there’s plenty to be excited about.

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How to prevent your Android phone keyboard from tracking you: 2 options

Your Android keyboard may be collecting more than you realize. Here are two ways to take back your privacy, but I only trust one.

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I’ve been testing iOS 27, and these 5 overlooked features make even older iPhones better

Beyond the flashy new upgrades, iOS 27 has several lesser-known changes that also work on older iPhones.

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Your wall outlets are seriously underutilized: 7 plug-in gadgets that elevate any home

These plug-in gadgets easily enhance your home’s routine (and they’re affordable).

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Linux 7.1 is here to end the Intel 486 CPU era – and do some serious legacy clean up

And say hello to much better NTFS support. Linux creator Linus Torvalds has announced the release of Linux 7.1.

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3 unofficial Android Auto apps I installed to make my car screen more useful – and how

You can add YouTube, web browsing, and more to your car by sideloading apps.

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I tested fast chargers with the best iPhone, Samsung, and OnePlus phones – and two surprised me

Phone makers love to advertise fast-charging speeds. I tested three flagship phones with OEM and Anker chargers to see what their claims really mean.

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KDE Plasma 6.7 released

KDE Plasma 6.7 has been released, and it brings a feature many of its users have been requesting for decades: independent per-screen virtual desktops. The latest stable update also sees a classic KDE theme revived, supports simultaneous HDR and ICC pro…

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Sony WH-1000XM6 vs. Sennheiser Momentum 5: I’ve tested both pairs for months, and this one wins

Sony’s and Sennheiser’s flagship headphones are objectively good, but how you plan to use them determines whether they’re great.

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Firefox 152.0 Released with Experimental JPEG XL Support

Firefox 152.0, the new monthly release of the popular free open-source web browser, is available to download. The new version features a redesigned settings page. It now separates settings in more groups in left, such as Account and sync, Password and autofill, Appearance, Accessibility, Permission and data, and more, providing a clearer interface to customize […]

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Chainguard’s new Athena coalition uses AI to fix open-source flaws – before attackers exploit them

Open-source security has a new AI problem. But Chainguard has a plan, and plenty of friends, to help

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Get Audible for 3 months totally free – here’s how

Audible’s Prime Day deal is now live – and you’ll be glad you tried it. Here’s what to know.

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