GoKawiil - Tech News

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Microsoft open-sources LiteBox, a security-focused library OS (news.ycombinator.com)

2026-02-06 | related products | tags: linux, litebox, logos

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

2026-02-06 | by Jack Wallen | related products | tags: linux, machines, manager

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

2026-02-06 | by Jack Wallen | related products | tags: freebsd, linux, operating

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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 | related products | tags: desktop, distribution, elementaryos

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

2026-02-06 | by Aria Desires | related products | tags: actually, language, linux

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

2026-02-05 | by Jack Wallen | related products | tags: cybersecurity, kali, kali linux

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

2026-02-05 | by Jack Wallen | related products | tags: desktop, linux, linux mint

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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 | related products | tags: file, linux, sudo

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

2026-02-04 | related products | tags: articles, author, hardware

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

2026-02-04 | by Jack Wallen | related products | tags: distribution, features, linux

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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 | related products | tags: desktop, file, files

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

2026-02-04 | by Jack Wallen | related products | tags: account, google, linux

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

2026-02-04 | by Jack Wallen | related products | tags: file, linux, space

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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 | related products | tags: applications, ideal, ideal os

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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 | related products | tags: command, desktop, free

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

2026-02-03 | related products | tags: attacker, linux, payloads

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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 | related products | tags: applications, ideal, ideal os

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

2026-02-02 | by Jack Wallen | related products | tags: file, linux, sudo

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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 | related products | tags: docker, install, linux

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

2026-02-02 | by Posted | related products | tags: break, code, code review

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

2026-02-02 | by Jack Wallen | related products | tags: desktop, distribution, hyprland

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

2026-01-31 | related products | tags: amutable, continue, left

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

2026-01-31 | related products | tags: ago service, announced, announced plans

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

2026-01-30 | related products | tags: android, feature, galaxy

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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 | related products | tags: geforce, linux, native

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

2026-01-30 | related products | tags: dank, gnome, interface

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RAM prices are ridiculous in 2026 - here's how my PC buying advice is changing this year (zdnet.com)

2026-01-30 | by Cesar Cadenas | related products | tags: acer, linux, memory

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Nvidia GeForce NOW Is Now Available Natively On Linux (slashdot.org)

2026-01-29 | related products | tags: flatpak, gaming, geforce

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7 open-source apps I'd happily pay for - because they're that good (zdnet.com)

2026-01-29 | by Jack Wallen | related products | tags: browser, kde plasma, linux

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This Linux desktop runs like an app on your current desktop - and it's amazing (zdnet.com)

2026-01-29 | by Jack Wallen | related products | tags: desktop, file, files