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Maths

12 Essential Free and Open Source Python Maths Tools

June 17, 2026 Eilidih Parris Programming, Roundup, Scientific

Great libraries and tools that are ideal for mathematicians working with Python.

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Data Analysis

16 Best Free and Open Source Python Data Analysis

June 17, 2026 Steve Emms Roundup, Scientific

Here’s our verdict of the finest free and open source Python-based data analysis tools captured in a legendary LinuxLinks-style ratings chart.

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Natural Language Processing

20 Useful R Natural Language Processing Tools

June 17, 2026 Steve Emms Programming, Roundup, Scientific

Natural language processing (NLP) is a set of techniques for using computers to detect in human language the kinds of things that humans detect automatically.

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SSD

Essential Utilities: Reclaiming Disk Space (GUI Tools)

June 17, 2026 Steve Emms Roundup, System Software, Utilities

Linux offers an unsurpassed breadth of open source small utilities that perform functions ranging from the mundane to the wonderful. These tools help make Linux a compelling operating system.

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SSD

27 Best Free and Open Source Replacements for du

June 17, 2026 Steve Emms CLI, Roundup, Utilities

du is a standard program used to estimate file space usage—space used under a particular directory or files on a file system. We recommend alternative commands to du.

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Bioinformatics

16 Best Free and Open Source Linux Biology Tools

June 17, 2026 Steve Emms Roundup, Scientific

Biologists will be eager to use this biology software for research. We pick the finest free and open source biology tools for Linux.

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Coding

22 Best Free and Open Source Python Microframeworks

June 17, 2026 Steve Emms Programming, Roundup

This article examines the best Python microframeworks. Micro means the framework is small, with little or no tools and libraries.

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dna-medical

8 Best Free and Open Source Linux Electronic Medical Records Software

June 16, 2026 Steve Emms Roundup, Scientific

This article focuses on software that provides Electronic Medical Records (EMR) functionality.

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Data Science

15 Best Free and Open Source Python Data Validation

June 16, 2026 Steve Emms Roundup, Scientific

Our recommended tools for performing data validation using Python.

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Point of Sale

11 Best Free and Open Source Linux Point-of-Sale Software

June 16, 2026 Steve Emms Internet, Roundup, System Software, Web Apps

Linux has a good range of open source Point-of-Sale software which can help retailers make considerable cost savings, not simply due to the lack of licensing and upgrade fees.

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Wiki Engines

20 Best Free and Open Source Linux Wiki Engines

June 16, 2026 Steve Emms Internet, Roundup, Web Apps

A Wiki engine is a type of collaborative software that runs a wiki system. We recommend the finest open source engines.

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Web

Optimize Web Delivery with these Open Source Tools

June 15, 2026 Steve Emms Internet, Roundup, System Software, Web Apps

Web proxy software forwards HTTP requests without modifying traffic in any way. They can be configured as a transparent proxy with no client-side configuration required.

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Development Tools

17 Best Free and Open Source Python Web Frameworks

June 15, 2026 Steve Emms Programming, Roundup

A framework “is a code library that makes a developer’s life easier when building reliable, scalable, and maintainable web applications” by providing reusable code or extensions for common operations.

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Text Editor

11 Best Free and Open Source Neovim GUIs

June 14, 2026 Steve Emms Documents, Roundup, Utilities

Neovim’s RPC support lets developers create new front-ends (GUIs) for Neovim that are outside of the terminal. We make our recommendations.

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Database

10 Best Free and Open Source MongoDB GUIs

June 14, 2026 Steve Emms Documents, Roundup

MongoDB is a high performance, open source, non-relational NoSQL database written in C++. It’s at the forefront of the NoSQL database management system movement.

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BPM

Manage your Business with a Complete Software Solution

June 14, 2026 Steve Emms Documents, Roundup, System Software

To provide an insight into the quality of software that is available, here’s our recommended open source Business Process Management software

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Text Editor

15 Best Free and Open Source Distraction-Free Tools for Writers

June 13, 2026 Steve Emms Documents, Productivity, Roundup

Here are the finest distraction-free applications to help you focus on writing without interruption.

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Linux software

Best Free and Open Source Software: May 2026 Updates

May 31, 2026 Steve Emms Software

May 2026 updates to the largest compilation of recommended free and open source software available for Linux.

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Documentation

Alternatives to popular CLI tools: whois

May 27, 2026 Steve Emms CLI, Software, Utilities

whois searches for an object in a RFC 3912 database. We spotlight alternative tools to whois.

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CNC Software

14 Best Free and Open Source CNC Software

May 25, 2026 Steve Emms Roundup, Scientific

CNC (also known as numerical control or computer numerical control) is the automated control of machining tools by means of a computer.

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