Command-line log filters, highlighters and watchers make logs easier to read, search and monitor for developers and system administrators.
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BOSGAME VTA-439 Mini PC Running Linux: Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
BOSGAME VTA-439 runs Deus Ex: Mankind Divided on CachyOS. See Radeon 890M 1080p benchmarks and comparisons with Windows 11.
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6 Best Free and Open Source Molecular Dynamics and Simulation Tools
Molecular dynamics and simulation tools model atomic interactions, molecular behaviour and material properties for scientific research.
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10 Best Free and Open Source Terminal Log Viewers
Log files are often the first place to look when something goes wrong on a Linux system. We pick our favourite terminal-based tools.
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I Use Linux. I’m Tired of Making Excuses for It.
Linux desktop frustrations persist, from missing apps to gaming restrictions. Five problems we should stop dismissing or excusing.
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BOSGAME VTA-439 Mini PC Running Linux: The Callisto Protocol
The Callisto Protocol tested on the BOSGAME VTA-439 under CachyOS, with Radeon 890M benchmarks and comparisons with Windows 11.
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Defuse – remove image backgrounds locally
My Defuse review explores this Linux background removal app on CachyOS, covering installation, local processing and ease of use.
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Meet ONLYOFFICE Docs 10.0: new AI tools, modular apps, better PDF editing and security updates
ONLYOFFICE Docs 10.0 adds context-aware AI tools, improved PDF editing, modular apps, security fixes and updated Linux desktop editors.
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BOSGAME VTA-439 Mini PC Running Linux: Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands
Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands on the BOSGAME VTA-439 under CachyOS, testing Radeon 890M performance at 1080p across five quality presets.
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LinuxLinks Is Changing – A Fresh Look and Updated Content
Discover what’s changing and share your feedback.
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Linux Will Never Succeed on the Desktop Until It Stops Expecting Users to Be Experts
Linux can be easy to use, yet newcomers are still expected to master terminal commands. Is the desktop held back by its own community?
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Best Free and Open Source Software: September 2026 Updates
September 2026 updates to the largest compilation of recommended free and open source software available for Linux.
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LinuxLinks Policy on AI-Heavy Software Projects
We explain why AI-heavy open source projects rarely feature on LinuxLinks and the standards software must meet before we recommend it.
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Mattermost Desktop – desktop client for team collaboration
Mattermost Desktop is an Electron-based collaboration client with team messaging, calls, desktop notifications and multiple server support.
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Eye Care: Best Free Linux Software to Look after your Eyes
Look after your eyes with this free and open source software.
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Bubbles – lightweight Linux working environments
Bubbles creates lightweight, isolated Debian working environments with KVM, Wayland integration, Nix support and transparent networking.
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CatosTV – Arch-based Linux distribution for TVs
CatosTV turns an x86 PC into a remote-controlled Linux media centre with Jellyfin playback, Android TV apps, casting and gaming.
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wol – Wake-on-LAN tool
wol is a Wake-on-LAN tool with command-line and web interfaces, named machines, configurable broadcasts and scheduled wake-ups.
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Drizzle – adaptive weather app for GNOME
Drizzle is an adaptive GNOME weather app using Open-Meteo, with dynamic colours, location search and a layout suited to small screens.
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MuliOS Arch – Arch Linux distribution with KDE Plasma
MuliOS Arch is an Arch Linux-based distribution with a customised KDE Plasma desktop, graphical installer, system profiles and update tools.
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23 Best Free and Open Source Linux Synthesizers
A software synthesizer, also known as a softsynth, is computer software which creates digital audio. We feature the best free synthesizers.
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FabexCNC – CAM toolpath generation in Blender
FabexCNC is a Blender extension for creating CNC toolpaths with 2D and 3D milling strategies, simulation and many post-processors.
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14 Best Free and Open Source Text-Based Git Clients
Our recommended text-based Git clients, captured in a legendary LinuxLinks chart. We only feature free and open source software here.
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FractGen – extensible fractal generator
FractGen is a Qt/KDE fractal generator suite with graphical tools and a command-line renderer for large images and automated batch jobs.
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pstate-frequency – control CPU p-state settings
pstate-frequency controls CPU scaling limits, governors, turbo boost, EPP and reusable power plans through a shell-based interface.
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gh-stack – GitHub CLI extension for stacked pull requests
gh-stack is a GitHub CLI extension for managing stacked branches and pull requests, with tools for submitting, rebasing and navigation.
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Matras – native Mattermost client for GNOME
Matras is a native GNOME Mattermost client with threaded messaging, channel management, notifications, search and integrated calls.
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Skorpion OS – Debian-based Linux distribution with local AI
Skorpion OS is a Debian-based Linux distribution with local AI powered by Ollama, Cinnamon and i3 desktops, and privacy-focused tools.
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14 Best Free and Open Source Terminal-Based Bibliography Tools
Bibliographic software (also known as citation software or reference managers) plays a very important role in research.
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Par Fractal – GPU-accelerated 2D and 3D fractal renderer
Par Fractal is a GPU-accelerated Rust fractal renderer with 2D and 3D views, deep zooming, effects, presets and video capture.
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