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I tried a lightweight Linux distro you’ve never heard of — and it’s perfect

So I tried a distro I'd never used before: Bodhi Linux. This distro epitomizes lightweight and is quite unlike any of the ...

How much RAM does your Linux PC actually need in 2026? An expert's sweet spot

ZDNET's key takeaways RAM is a crucial component for a smooth PC experience.Linux doesn't require as much RAM as Windows.More ...

What a Linux root user can do - and 8 ways you should absolutely never use it

You should never have to work with the root user account on Linux, especially on a desktop installation. There can be occasions when you need to use root on a server. If you must use root, do so with ...

New benchmarks show Linux gaming nearly matching Windows on AMD GPUs

A recent benchmark from PC Games Hardware suggests that, at least for some games, Proton has nearly eliminated the ...

5 Linux file managers to try when your GUI just won't do - they're all free

There are instances when a GUI file manager just won't work. When I run into those situations, there are several terminal-based options I go for.