Two Linux distros that look like Windows, but caters to completely different users.

What is a Linux distro? A desktop operating system comprises different parts, be it Windows, Linux, or macOS. You need the core of the OS, known as a kernel (in this case, the Linux kernel), and the ...

Linux gaming has matured spectacularly, and in 2026, there truly is a distro tailored to nearly every style of player, from casual gamers to competitive desktop warriors. These top gaming distros ...

I should begin by saying I use free software OSes both professionally and personally, and prefer gnu/linux to the proprietary competition. That said, I am concerned that modern distributions may be ...

PCWorld’s guide helps users navigate the overwhelming choice of approximately 250 Linux distributions by focusing on five main strains: Debian, Red Hat/Fedora, Arch, Slackware, and Gentoo.

Using Windows just keeps getting worse. If it's not Microsoft pestering you to use Edge — or making it harder for you to change the default browser — then it's how the platform has almost become ...

In my recent exploration of Microsoft’s Azure Linux 3, I was impressed by its efficient RAM usage — just 115MB upon booting. This sparked my curiosity about the RAM consumption of various Linux ...

Choosing the right Linux distro can make a world of difference. There are a countless number of options available. So, it's essential to consider your specific needs and preferences to find the ...

Linux Mint lacks flexibility and personalization compared to other distros like Fedora KDE, Ubuntu, or Garuda. It prioritizes stability over cutting-edge updates, appealing to users valuing ...

They aim to 'build a unified set of gaming-focused components used across the Linux ecosystem.' ...

When I first started using and writing about Linux in the late 1990s, there were just a few distributions to choose from, and even those were a bit hard to discover (unless you knew the right bulletin ...

Windows 10 is on its last legs: The predecessor to Windows 11 has already reached its official end of support in October 2025, and will continue to limp along with free Extended Security Updates (ESU) ...