With Windows 8 pushing a “touch-first” desktop interface—Microsoft’s words, not ours—and with Valve’s Steam on Linux beginning to bring much-needed games and popular attention to the oft-overlooked ...

In the midst of the current financial crunch, the popular, free Linux distribution Ubuntu has never looked more attractive. If you've considered switching, a free copy of the Ubuntu Pocket Guide is ...

Canonical released Ubuntu 24.04 “Noble Numbat” on April 25. Noble Numbat marks Ubuntu’s tenth LTS (Long Term Support) release and contains several security and performance improvements. Ubuntu 23.10 ...

Although Linux is frequently referred to by the names of various distributions, what can properly be called “Linux” is really the management part of the operating system known as the kernel which ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover the exciting intersection of Linux and handheld gaming. After you've done this, check out my guide to updating your ...

Over at ITWorld, I wrote up a 10-minute Ubuntu setup guide that walks through three key areas: installing all the proprietary tools you're used to having, including MP3, AVI, Flash, and ...

PlayStation 1 games remain classics, and with the right tools, you can enjoy them on your Ubuntu system. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you set up and run PS1 games using the best emulators ...

The National Cyber Security Centre, a GCHQ subsidiary, has published a new guide for admins on how to secure their Ubuntu installations using best practices. Home users can also benefit from it. The ...