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What's New in Ubuntu 24.04 "Noble Numbat"

Ubuntu 24.04: Noble or nobbled?

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This Is the Secret to a Hassle-Free Linux Desktop

Well, we're not declaring it the Year of the Linux Desktop quite yet.

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Ubuntu Linux LTS Releases Can Now Get 12 Years of Updates

The new Legacy Support program will help specialized systems stay secure for over a decade.

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GNOME 46 Arrives With Desktop Enhancements, Faster Files, and More

The update Linux desktop will be included in Ubuntu 24.04 and Fedora 40.

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Installing Pop OS on the System76 Gazelle laptop.
New to Linux? Ubuntu Isn’t Your Only Option

Find a Linux distro that meets your needs and requirements—that isn't Ubuntu.

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How to Flush Your DNS Cache in Ubuntu

Flushing your DNS cache is a good opening gambit when you're trying to troubleshoot network connection issues on Ubuntu.

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What Is Conky, and How Can It Make Your Linux Desktop Look Amazing?

Enhance your Linux desktop's look and functionality using Conky's dynamic widgets and themes.

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Ubuntu Touch Isn’t Dead: OTA-4 Arrives With New Features

Compatible phones can install the OTA-4 update today.

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How to Launch a Terminal Window on Ubuntu Linux

A way to open the Terminal for any occasion.

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The ping command on Ubuntu.
How to Back Up Your Linux System With rsync

If your data is valuable to you, back it up, right from the Linux command line.

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How to Format a Disk on Ubuntu (in 2 Ways)

Wipe all data on your disks in a snap!

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How to Customize Folder Icons on Ubuntu

Dress up your folder icons.

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How to Install LibreOffice on Ubuntu

Looking for a simple alternative to Microsoft Office on Linux? Start by installing LibreOffice.

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Fedora vs. Ubuntu: Which Distro Is Right for You?

Ubuntu once was the go-to recommendation for beginners, but Fedora has closed the gap. Now the answer is not so simple.

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How to Change the Background of Your Ubuntu Lock Screen

Give your Ubuntu lock screen a sharp and clear look.

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5 Ways You Can Install Ubuntu on External Storage

In case you don't want to mess with your Windows installation.

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How to Remote Desktop to an Ubuntu Computer

Connect to a remote Ubuntu computer from Linux or Windows.

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How to Update Ubuntu Linux

Keep the broken package blues away with these tips.

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3 Ways to Install Ubuntu on a USB Stick From Windows

Want to try something new? Making an Ubuntu USB live disk from Windows is easy and quick.

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