Linux Consultant

February 25, 2020 | by Arround The Web

Best Open Source Slack Alternatives for Team Communication

Here, we shall take a look at the best open source slack alternatives that you can choose to communicate with your team at work.

February 13, 2020 | by Scott Kilroy

Penguin Tux – An Interesting story behind Linux Mascot

Any personalized character associated with a group of companies, a corporation, entity, or team is called a mascot. Ever came to think of it how some of the world’s most recognizable brands, all have a mascot. Figures like The Michelin Man, Mr. Peanut,…

February 5, 2020 | by Scott Kilroy

Free and Open-Source Software 2020. Top 5 Interesting Facts

Open-source is taking the world by storm due to its unprecedented ability to unite developers and create a sense of community among programmers. It seems like everyone is ready to embrace the open-source mindset these days because the benefits of such …

January 29, 2020 | by Scott Kilroy

7 Best Linux Distros For Programmers

Linux distributions allow you to not only browse the web but also to work on any other necessary tasks. The Linux kernel is very flexible and it enables developers to make any modifications and contributions they want. Besides, Linux can run on any har…

January 22, 2020 | by Scott Kilroy

Top 7 Predictions for Linux and Open Source In 2020

When it comes to prediction for Linux and open source in 2020, there are already a lot to take in to consider that 2020 will be a very eventful year in the open source community. 2020 already looks like a year with so much to offer already, so, I will …

December 13, 2019December 13, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

Block php files from being uploaded (using nginx)

If you find people trying to upload php into your wordpress site you can add this to your nginx config file location ~* /(?:uploads)/.*.php$ { deny all; access_log off; log_not_found off; }

October 31, 2019 | by Arround The Web

Disabling kinetic scrolling in Firefox

In Firefox 70, there is a new feature called kinetic scrolling [1]. If you scroll the web page using trackpad (or possibly touchscreen), the scroll event will not stop immediately after releasing your fingers, but it will gradually slow down, as if a rotating wheel slowly stops. After using it for a short while, I … Continue reading Disabling kinetic scrolling in Firefox →

October 24, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

Increase Your Linux Experience 10 Folds with These Distros Sample

The moment an individual hears the word ‘Linux’, his mind starts thinking about the codes and complexities. Are you also one of these? If yes, then the time has come to bust the myth. Gone are the days when Linux was traditionally used just by the code…

October 2, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

What You Need To Know About Linux

The first acquaintance with Linux is not always successful. Beginners are scared away by the fact that this operating system has thousands of modifications.Therefore, it is confusing and inconvenient to use. There is a lot of information available onli…

September 20, 2019 | by Arround The Web

Special offer for Linux Notes from DarkDuck readers

Do you know where you spend your next holidays?If you have not decided yet, or if you want to change your plans, Linux notes from DarkDuck has a great offer for you.Cyprus is a small island in the Mediterranean which you can enjoy all year round. …

September 10, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

How to map network drive on Ubuntu 9.04/9.10

This tutorial expalins how to map a network drive in ubuntu 9.04/9.10.This is very useful if you are trying to map your windows machine/another linux machine drive on to your system. (…)Read the rest of How to map network drive on Ubuntu 9.04/9.10 (225 words) © ruchi for Ubuntu Geek, 2019. | Permalink | No […]

September 10, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

Mate-Optimus – MATE Desktop applet for controlling NVIDIA Optimus graphics cards

NVIDIA© Optimus(TM) technology intelligently optimizes your notebook PC, providing the outstanding graphics performance you need, when you need it, all the while extending battery life for longer enjoyment. (…)Read the rest of Mate-Optimus – MATE Desktop applet for controlling NVIDIA Optimus graphics cards (56 words) © ruchi for Ubuntu Geek, 2019. | Permalink | No […]

September 4, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

5 of the Best Linux Writing Tools

Writing is not an easy task, and therefore any assistance provided by a useful app can be very much appreciated, and even totally relied upon. The apps included here needed to satisfy only three criteria to make it to this list: they had to be compatib…

August 21, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

How To Share Files Anonymously And Securely: Linux Alternatives to Google Drive

The ability to share files regardless of the physical distance and almost instantaneously is one of the greatest characteristics of the Internet. With 4.3 billion Internet users at the beginning of 2019, the amount of data transferred over the Web is a…

August 14, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

A Collection Of The Ultimate Web Browsers For Ubuntu

Web browsers are vital if you’re going to have any sort of online experience on your computer. There are hundreds of choices out there, as well as the standard browser which will come pre-installed on your computer, but that’s often not the best choice…

July 11, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

Install Leafpad on Ubuntu 19.04

Leafpad is an open source text editor for Linux, BSD, and Maemo. Created with the focus of being a lightweight text editor with minimal dependencies, it is designed to be simple and easy-to-compile. Leafpad is the default text editor for LXDE Desktop environment. (…)Read the rest of Install Leafpad on Ubuntu 19.04 (108 words) © […]

June 20, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

Linux productivity: Why it’s needed and the top 10 apps

People choose Linux for a variety of reasons, be it as hobby machines, trying out new things, or due to professional requirements. It’s becoming easier than ever to use a Linux OS, with positive news coming out every day, such as Chromebooks being able…

June 12, 2019June 28, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

Intro to Git

If you’re new to Git checkout https://www.linuxtechi.com/learn-git-command-examples-linux-part-1/ it’s a good starting point.

May 8, 2019 | by Scott Kilroy

Upgrading ubuntu 18.10 to ubuntu 19.04

Ubuntu 19.04 will be supported for 9 months until January 2020. If you need Long Term Support, it is recommended you use Ubuntu 18.04 LTS instead. (…)Read the rest of Upgrading ubuntu 18.10 to ubuntu 19.04 (249 words) © ruchi for Ubuntu Geek, 2019. | Permalink | No comment | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: […]