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Network Security

19 Best Free and Open Source CLI Data Hashing Tools

April 17, 2026 Steve Emms CLI, Roundup, Security

Hashing is the process of passing data through a formula that produces a condensed fixed-value representation, called a hash value.

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ebook reader

3 Free and Open Source CLI ebook Readers

April 17, 2026 Steve Emms CLI, Documents, Productivity, Roundup, Software

This article showcases CLI ebook readers for Linux. We only feature free and open source software here.

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S3

9 Useful Free and Open Source S3 Terminal Tools

April 16, 2026 Steve Emms Internet, Roundup, TUI

This roundup picks some useful terminal-based S3 tools for Linux. Only free and open source software is eligible for inclusion here.

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Maths

21 Best Free and Open Source Linux Computer Algebra Systems

April 16, 2026 Eilidih Parris Roundup, Scientific

A computer algebra system (CAS) is mathematical software that can manipulate mathematical formulae in a way similar to the traditional manual computations of mathematicians and scientists.

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Email

6 Best Free and Open Source Lightweight GUI Email Clients

April 16, 2026 Steve Emms Internet, Roundup

Email remains the killer information and communications technology. Email volume shows no sign of diminishing, despite the increasing popularity of collaborative messaging tools.

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YouTube

18 Best Free and Open Source Terminal-Based YouTube Tools

April 15, 2026 Steve Emms CLI, Multimedia, Roundup

Funky developers have created applications that allow you to bypass the web-only barrier of YouTube. Here’s our recommended terminal-based YouTube tools.

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Video Editors

21 Best Free and Open Source Linux Video Editors

April 15, 2026 Steve Emms Multimedia, Roundup

Linux represents an excellent platform for editing video. We recommend the best free and open source video editors.

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8 Best Free and Open Source General Purpose Linter Tools

April 15, 2026 Eilidih Parris Programming, Roundup

A linter is a tool used in software development to analyze code for potential errors, stylistic issues, and adherence to coding standards.

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Command Schedulers

4 Useful Free and Open Source systemd GUI Configuration Tools

April 14, 2026 Steve Emms GUI, Roundup, System Software

systemd is a Linux init system and system manager that’s used by most modern Linux distributions. We pick our favourite GUI tools.

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Web Design

16 Best Free and Open Source Linux Web Servers

April 14, 2026 Steve Emms Internet, Roundup, System Software, Web Apps

The main function of a web server is to display website content through storing, processing and delivering webpages to users. Here’s our verdict on the best free and open source web servers.

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Character Maps

5 Best Free and Open Source Character Map Tools

April 14, 2026 Steve Emms Roundup, Utilities

A character map allows you to view and access the characters in a particular font. We select the best ones for Linux.

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Foreign Languages

11 Best Free and Open Source Translators

April 13, 2026 Steve Emms Documents, Roundup

Translation is the process of reworking text from one language into another to maintain the original message and communication.

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File Managers

14 Best Free and Open Source GUI File Sharing Tools

April 13, 2026 Steve Emms Internet, Roundup

Many of the tools in this roundup are good replacements for AirDrop, letting you wirelessly send files to a nearby device.

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Shell prompt

7 Best Free and Open Source Zsh Configuration Frameworks

April 13, 2026 Steve Emms Roundup, Utilities

We highly recommend installing a framework with Zsh as it makes dealing with configuration, plugins and themes a lot more straightforward.

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33 Best Free and Open Source Linux GUI Time Tracking Software

April 13, 2026 Steve Emms Productivity, Roundup, Utilities

Time tracking software is a type of computer software that records time spent on tasks. This category of software can enable users to run billing reports, and prepare invoices for clients.

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Task Manager

28 Best Free and Open Source Linux Graphical Task Managers

April 13, 2026 Steve Emms Productivity, Roundup, Utilities

A task manager is software which enables users to compile a list of tasks to be completed. This list is also known as a to-do list or things-to-do.

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Transfer Files

9 Best Free and Open Source Web-Based File Sharing Tools

April 13, 2026 Steve Emms Internet, Roundup, Web Apps

This roundup focuses exclusively on web-based tools. Terminal-based and GUI-based software are covered in separate roundups.

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File Managers

7 Best Free and Open Source Terminal-Based File Sharing Tools

April 13, 2026 Steve Emms CLI, Internet, Roundup, TUI

We are always on the look out for easy, simple and secure ways to transfer files and folders. Try these terminal-based tools.

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EDA

16 Best Free and Open Source Electronic Design Automation Tools

April 13, 2026 Steve Emms Roundup, Scientific

Electronic Design Automation (EDA) is a type of software that enables individuals to design electronic systems.

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Clocks

12 Best Free and Open Source Linux GUI Clocks

April 12, 2026 Steve Emms Productivity, Roundup, Utilities

The clocks featured in this article are more sophisticated than the basic tray clock.

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