Before you try Linux, set up a few basics first. This quick prep helps avoid driver surprises, data loss, and a messy ...

If you’re using a Linux desktop, the graphical user interface isn’t an integral part of the system, it’s additional software that’s loaded as required. The desktop and everything that goes with it is ...

As I occasionally do, lately, I was racking my brain for a fun Linux flight of fancy to take us on. Many pixels have been spilled on the subject of “Linux,” or even just desktop Linux, with many more ...

I am having a hard time understanding exactly how salting passwords works in linux, and was hoping someone can help me understand it better. I understand the general concept of cryptographic salt, but ...

I'm interested in getting a better knowledge of how all the various kernels, modules, xservers, window managers, etc actually work and tie together to make Linux work. I am NOT referring to a how to ...

Before configuring these widgets, right-click the desktop, go to "Desktop and Wallpaper", and under "Layout", select "Desktop ...

Linux offers control, security, and freedom, but its learning curve, software, and hardware issues may challenge some users.