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Rofi and Wofi: Keyboard Launchers That Keep Your Hands on the Keys

Prefer to drive Linux from the home row? Rofi and wofi turn a simple key combo into a fast app launcher and window switcher on both X11 and Wayland.
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You can read PDFs and articles on your Kindle: How to send all kinds of files to your device

Ever wish you could read that long article or a PDF on your Kindle? Here’s how you can do that in seconds.

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How to quickly convert EPUB files to Kindle format – and why it matters

Think you’re stuck using only Amazon’s Kindle format? Think again. Here’s how to convert e-book formats, giving you more control over your digital library.

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How to add EPUB, MOBI, and PDF files to your Kindle – follow my easy step-by-step

Struggling to transfer ebooks to your Kindle? Here’s the step-by-step process for moving EPUB, MOBI, and PDF files to both new and old Kindle devices via both USB and Amazon’s cloud.

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Got an old Kindle? How to resurrect your e-reader with new books

I added new books to an ancient Kindle DX. Here’s how you can breathe new life into your outdated e-reader.

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Your Kindle’s not obsolete, it just needs a jailbreak – and I’ll show you how it’s done

You can transform your old Kindle – even a bricked device – into the ultimate open-source reader. Here’s how.

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Little Snitch, the macOS network tool, is now available on Linux

A Linux version of Little Snitch, the iconic network monitoring tool for macOS, has been released. Little Snitch for Linux is written in Rust and uses eBPF for kernel-level traffic interception (this lets sandboxed code run inside the Linux kernel with…

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FSF Blogs: Relicensing versus license compatibility

Relicensing and license compatibility are two important aspects of how
licensing works in the free software community. This article explains
both concepts, what they have in common, and how they differ.

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Google to pay $135M settlement to Android phone users – how to claim your share if you qualify

The suit alleges that Google sent data over cellular connections without your permission. Here’s how to file a settlement claim to get paid.

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How I find free books for my Kindle in 2026 – that I actually want to read

Amidst ebook price hikes, here’s how I’m building my library of free ebooks on my Kindle – and you can, too.

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Amazon is ending support for 8 Kindle models next month: Is yours on the list?

Starting in May, you won’t be able to access the Kindle Store from your older device. Here are your best alternatives.

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Home Depot’s Spring Black Friday sale starts this week: Here’s what to know

Home Depot is discounting everything from grills to patio furniture to outdoor power equipment. Here’s everything to know before you shop.

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How a burner email can protect your inbox – setting one up one is easy and free

Using your primary email address everywhere can be risky. A temporary and disposable burner email address offers a safer alternative.

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Does Acting Like Good Guys Actually Make Anthropic Good Guys?

Anthropic just dropped $1.5 million on the Apache Software Foundation. Is it paying back the open source world — or buying goodwill?
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Anthropic Just Handed Apache $1.5M to Secure the Open Source Stack AI Depends On

Apache Software Foundation’s Ruth Suehle says this kind of sustained investment is what keeps critical open source up and running.

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The 101 best Amazon Prime Day 2023 deals: Live updates

Follow along as ZDNET finds the best deals on tech and more during this year’s Amazon Prime Day sale in real time.

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Forget Shokz: I tried the Suunto Spark earbuds for a month, and they’ve sold me on air conduction

Suunto’s new air-conduction earbuds have replaced my bone-conduction headphones during workouts – and they sound better, too.

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I spent two years testing wind power at home – here’s why solar is still my preferred source

My hands-on testing reveals the biggest caveats of using wind power, some of which are less obvious than others.

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Sonos Play vs Sonos Move 2: Why I’d go with the $200 cheaper Bluetooth speaker

Can’t decide between the Sonos Play and Move 2? It’s easy for me. One is far less expensive, has a 24-hour battery, and a IP67 rating.

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How I cut my power bill with IFTTT automation – in 4 simple steps

I sync my smart thermostat with off-peak hour rates to reduce electricity costs. It’s not as complicated as it sounds.

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