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181.

Forget VirtualBox - I discovered a better, more reliable VM manager for Linux (zdnet.com)

2026-02-06 | by Jack Wallen | get KVM → | tags: linux, machines, manager

182.

Rufus improves partition formatting, drive detection (techspot.com)

2026-02-06 | get Partition Manager → | tags: improve, linux, rufus

183.

After decades on Linux, FreeBSD finally gave me a reason to switch operating systems (zdnet.com)

2026-02-06 | by Jack Wallen | get FreeBSD → | tags: freebsd, linux, operating

184.

As of 2026, this is my favorite Linux distro of all time - and I've tested them all (zdnet.com)

2026-02-06 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux → | tags: desktop, distribution, elementaryos

185.

C isn't a programming language anymore (2022) (news.ycombinator.com)

2026-02-06 | by Aria Desires | get Cloud → | tags: actually, language, linux

186.

Show HN: ARM64 Android Dev Kit (news.ycombinator.com)

2026-02-05 | get ARM64 → | tags: aadk, android, android ndk

187.

Kali Linux vs. Parrot OS: Which security-forward distro is right for you? (zdnet.com)

2026-02-05 | by Jack Wallen | get Kali Linux Parrot OS → | tags: cybersecurity, kali, kali linux

188.

Linux Mint vs. Zorin OS: I've tried both Windows alternatives, and here's my winner (zdnet.com)

2026-02-05 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux Mint → | tags: desktop, linux, linux mint

189.

My proven way to speed up Linux when RAM upgrades aren't worth it (and it's free to do) (zdnet.com)

2026-02-05 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux kernel → | tags: file, linux, sudo

190.

Debian's Challenge When Its Developers Drift Away (news.ycombinator.com)

2026-02-04 | get Linux → | tags: articles, author, hardware

191.

Ubuntu 26.04 surprised me - this upcoming release is seriously secure (zdnet.com)

2026-02-04 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux → | tags: distribution, features, linux

192.

This Linux desktop I tested can be opened and closed like an app - and I'm sold (zdnet.com)

2026-02-04 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux App Drawer → | tags: desktop, file, files

193.

After 30 years with Linux, I switched it for Windows 11 - and found 9 serious problems (zdnet.com)

2026-02-04 | by Jack Wallen | get Windows 11 → | tags: account, google, linux

194.

How I speed up my Linux system for free while RAM prices are out of control (zdnet.com)

2026-02-04 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux kernel → | tags: file, linux, space

195.

This Debian-based Linux distro has one of the smartest security features I've tested in years (zdnet.com)

2026-02-04 | by Jack Wallen | get OpenWRT → | tags: applications, ideal, ideal os

196.

I'm a Linux power user, and this distro made me rethink what an operating system can be (zdnet.com)

2026-02-04 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux Kernel → | tags: command, desktop, free

197.

The Best Gadgets for Throwing a Kick-Ass Super Bowl LX Party (gizmodo.com)

2026-02-03 | get Smart Speaker → | tags: big game, bowl, bowl party

198.

Hackers exploit critical React Native Metro bug to breach dev systems (bleepingcomputer.com)

2026-02-03 | get React Native → | tags: attacker, linux, payloads

199.

Floppinux – An Embedded Linux on a Single Floppy, 2025 Edition (news.ycombinator.com)

2026-02-03 | get Floppy Disk Drive → | tags: arch, directory, floppinux

200.

This Linux distro has one of the smartest security features I've seen (and I've tested dozens) (zdnet.com)

2026-02-02 | by Jack Wallen | get OpenWRT → | tags: applications, ideal, ideal os

201.

RAM too expensive? Here's how to speed up your Linux system anyway - for free (zdnet.com)

2026-02-02 | by Jack Wallen | get RAM → | tags: file, linux, sudo

202.

Forget Google Search: I found a search tool that doesn't track me or push AI - and it gets better (zdnet.com)

2026-02-02 | by Jack Wallen | get AI Assistant → | tags: docker, install, linux

203.

Termux (news.ycombinator.com)

2026-02-02 | get Android Terminal Emulator → | tags: android, check, droid

204.

Linux Kernel Developer Chris Mason's New Initiative: AI Prompts for Code Reviews (slashdot.org)

2026-02-02 | by Posted | get Linux Kernel → | tags: break, code, code review

205.

I struggled with Hyprland for months, until this Arch-based distro fixed it (zdnet.com)

2026-02-02 | by Jack Wallen | get Arch Linux → | tags: desktop, distribution, hyprland

206.

Author of Systemd Quits Microsoft To Prove Linux Can Be Trusted (slashdot.org)

2026-01-31 | get Systemd → | tags: amutable, continue, left

207.

Nvidia launches official GeForce Now client for Linux in beta (techspot.com)

2026-01-31 | get GeForce Now → | tags: ago service, announced, announced plans

208.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra might finally get this Android feature the S25 missed (androidauthority.com)

2026-01-30 | get Galaxy S26 → | tags: android, feature, galaxy

209.

GeForce Now launches on Linux with a Flatpak build — native app brings 5K and 360FPS support to Linux gamers (tomshardware.com)

2026-01-30 | by Aaron Klotz | get Steam Deck → | tags: geforce, linux, native

210.

The Dank Case for Scrolling Window Managers (news.ycombinator.com)

2026-01-30 | get Windows Manager → | tags: dank, gnome, interface