If you prefer your desktop operating system to be prettier than the average bear, then Linux is where it's at.

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Java Desktop System will continue to exist, but expect to see "less of an emphasis" on it, company's top software exec says. Stephen Shankland worked at CNET from 1998 to 2024 and wrote about ...

People have been talking about switching from Windows to Linux since the 1990s, but in the world of open-source operating systems, there is much more variety than just the hundreds of flavors of Linux ...

Do you want to run a full Linux desktop installation on your Chromebook without giving up ChromeOS? This alteration will give you access to both complete operating systems running simultaneously so ...

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

In today's increasingly distributed work landscape, providing remote access to Linux devices is critical for organizations embracing location flexibility. Employees utilizing Linux machines need the ...

The annual assertion by open-source developers that the year of the Linux desktop is here may finally be more than a mere catchphrase. According to the web traffic analysis website StatCounter, Linux ...

From setup, to software tips, to must-have peripherals, here’s how to use your Steam Deck as an excellent personal computer Nintendo The more time I spend with Valve’s Steam Deck, the more I’m ...