How to Install Flatpak Apps on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

In this tutorial, learn the simple steps to enable Flatpak support in Ubuntu 24.04 LTS to expand your app options.
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How To Adjust Low Battery Warning on Kubuntu 22.04

This tutorial will help you protect your data and GNU/Linux filesystem on a battery that is not in 100% health anymore by re-adjusting low battery power warning on Kubuntu. By doing this, your system will show a notification of low battery at your choi…

Unlocking the Secrets of Writing Custom Linux Kernel Drivers for Smooth Hardware Integration

by George Whittaker

Introduction

Kernel drivers are the bridge between the Linux operating system and the hardware components of a computer. They play a crucial role in managing and f…

Monitoring WiFi devices from the command line

To see when clients are joining and leaving the wireless network, Mike Schilli writes a command-line utility that uses an object-relational mapping interface to store metrics in SQLite to later display historical data.

The bauh package manager

The bauh package manager provides a single interface to manage all of your Linux software. Despite a few issues, bauh goes a long way in simplifying package management.

Cilium extends the power of eBPF for Kubernetes networks

eBPF offers a powerful remedy for the complexity of Kubernetes, but it can be difficult to configure and manage. Cilium provides easy access to eBPF’s revolutionary capabilities.

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Chronicler Zack Brown reports on speeding up the dentry cache.

Running large language models locally

Ollama and Open WebUI let you join the AI revolution without relying on the cloud.

Concealing secrets in plain sight

Intruders and spies have ways of concealing information in image files, doc files, and other innocuous locations. Welcome to the sneaky art of steganography.

Trust Issues

Are fortunes changing for Google? Many observers think so, but trillion dollar companies have ways of making problems go away. It does seem like they are on a bit of a losing streak when it comes to government tolerance of their anti-competitive behavior.

Mapping the details

Use Map Machine’s icons to make the most of OpenStreetMap data and show as many map features as possible.

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Debian 12.6 and Clonezilla 3.1.3-16

Socat – Netcat on steroids

Netcat is the Swiss Army knife of networking for admins. Socat takes this principle one step further, offering multiplexing, TLS-secured channels, pipes, Unix sockets, and executables.

Checking data integrity with cksfv

cksfv and the CRC32 algorithm can’t compete with modern methods as a way to look for intruders, but if you’re just checking for random errors such as a misplaced bit, this ancient tool could still be of service.

Exploring Ubuntu MATE 24.04 LTS

Ubuntu MATE is an intriguing option for users who want the steady predictability of Ubuntu without the complexity and feature-bloat of modern-day Gnome or KDE.

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In the news: Ubuntu 24.10 to Include the Latest Linux Kernel; Plasma Desktop 6.1.4 Release; Manjaro Team Tests Immutable Version; Vanilla OS 2 Available; Debian-Based eLxr Distribution for Edge Deployments; NVIDIA Driver for Upcoming NVIDIA 560 GPU for…

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This month in Linux Voice and Elvie.

Linux for sys admins

SysLinuxOS puts an end to searching for the right tools for admin tasks.

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This month Nate offers readers delectable treats including code editors, immersive video games, office suites, and even a remarkably useful typing tutor.

PiJuice HAT for battery-powered Pi Zero

The Raspberry Pi Zero is a frugal little computer. But without a power socket, you might be surprised how quickly it can drain a battery. Active power management is the order of the day.