Linux NewsA Perl tool for querying distribution repositories
A Perl script calls various plugins that sniff around on FTP and HTTP servers run by the major Linux distributions to discover when Fedora, Debian, and other distros update their packages.
Learning the basics of architectural security
Security applications like antivirus protectors respond to events, rather than preventing them from happening, but the best security in Linux is architectural – that is, in its configuration.
PaintSupreme image editor tested
The market for good image editing programs for Linux is pretty much saturated. Despite this, BrainDistrict has dared to launch two commercial programs: IFX-Supreme and PaintSupreme.
The sys admin's daily grind: SendmailAnalyzer
During the ongoing battle against spam, admins should inspect their troop's battle lines from time to time. If you don't relish the thought of counting the dinnerware, you can use the services of a logfile inspector like SendmailAnalyzer, which works surprisingly well with Postfix and the like.
Controlling Linux with voice input
Simon is a sophisticated speech recognition tool with easy access to two powerful speech recognition engines, Julius and CMU Sphinx.
Two New Distros Adopt Enlightenment
MX Moksha and AV Linux 25 join ranks with Bodhi Linux and embrace the Enlightenment desktop.
Solus Linux 4.8 Features Removes Python 2
Solus Linux 4.8 has been released with the latest Linux kernel, updated desktops, and a key removal.
Solus Linux 4.8 Removes Python 2
Solus Linux 4.8 has been released with the latest Linux kernel, updated desktops, and a key removal.
Zorin OS 18 Hits over a Million Downloads
If you doubt Linux isn't gaining popularity, you only have to look at Zorin OS's download numbers.
TUXEDO Computers Scraps Snapdragon X1E-Based Laptop
Due to issues with a Snapdragon CPU, TUXEDO Computers has cancelled its plans to release a laptop based on this elite hardware.
GDebi package manager
A simple yet powerful tool for installing .deb packages with dependency resolution.
A Python lint tool
Py7 combines seven Python lint tools to deliver a comprehensive check of your Python source code.
Zsh and two Go programs help with typing
When typing in the shell, Mike Schilli would like a function that offers recently modified files in a terminal user interface and builds them into his commands. The Z shell and two Go programs do the trick.
Checking the numbers
Component changes can affect functionality; the answer lies in checking and tracking serial numbers.
Kicking Rocks
When I heard that an AI-generated song called "Walk My Walk"