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Linux gives users too much choice, and that its biggest weakness

In Linux land the boxes tick you off.

What's a minimal install for Linux? 6 reasons it can come in handy

If you've ever installed Linux and noticed the distribution offers a "minimal" install, you've probably wondered, "Why bother ...

Age verification isn't sage verification when it's inside operating systems

Opinion There are two ways to look at the California Assembly Bill 1043, known as The Digital Age Assurance Act or DAAA. One ...

Think of the children: Linux community against age verification

Several US states will soon require age verification for users. How should and can Linux distributions react to this?
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5 popular Linux distributions (and who they're meant for)

Your dream Linux distro already exists.

How to fully back up your Windows PC for free (even if it's working properly today)

If you've ever had to deal with a dying computer, you know the challenge of ensuring you have a good backup. Here's how I use ...

Modder turns a PS5 into a Linux Steam Machine, runs GTA V with ray tracing

Nguyen, known online as theflow0, has turned a retail PlayStation 5 into a Linux gaming box powerful enough to run Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced with ...
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California’s OS-based age verification law challenges open-source community

California’s new online safety bill, AB 1043 (the Digital Age Assurance Act), adopts a declared age model for operating ...