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Issue #249: Turn Your Android into a Linux PC

Learn how to run Linux applications on your Android phone with UserLAnd without voiding your device warranty.

On the DVD: openSUSE Leap 15.3 and Kubuntu 21.04 Desktop

Issue #248: Brain Tools

Sometimes you want the computer to think for you, and sometimes you want the computer to make you think. This month we present a selection of free Linux tools for learning and thinking.

On the DVD: Ubuntu 21.04 and Fedora 34 Workstation

Issue #247: Post-Quantum Encryption

Quantum computers are still at the experimental stage, but mathematicians have already discovered some quantum-based algorithms that will demolish the best of our current encryption methods. What better time to look for quantum encryption alternatives?

On the DVD: Knoppix 9.1 and Zorin OS 15.3 Core

Issue #246: Faster Startup

Weary of waiting for a login window? Your driver-drenched Linux distro was configured for all systems, not for your system. This month we show you how to optimize your system for faster startup.

Manjaro KDE Plasma 20.2.1 and Clonezilla Live 2.7.1

Issue #245: Choose a Shell

You're never stuck with the same old command shell – unless you want to be. This month we review some of the leading alternatives.

Arch linux 2021.02.01 and MX Linux mx-19.3

Issue #244: Stream Processing

The explosion of real-time data from sensors and monitoring devices is fueling new interest in alternative programming techniques. This month we wade into stream processing.

FreeBSD 12.2 and GhostBSD 20.11.28

Issue #243: iNet

With Linux, more innovation is always on the way. This month we take a look at the iNet wireless daemon, a new wireless client that is poised to replace the venerable WPA Supplicant.

On the DVD: Linux Mint 20 and Kali Linux 2020.4

Issue #242: 3D Printing

The weird, wonderful, futuristic world of 3D printing is waiting for you right now if you're willing to invest a little time and energy. This month we help you get started with practical 3D printing in Linux.

On the DVD: Ubuntu 20.10 "Groovy Gorilla" and Fedora 33 Workstation

Issue #241: Secure Your System

Security often means sophisticated tools like firewalls and intrusion detection systems, but you can also do a lot with some common-sense configuration. This month we study some simple steps for securing your Linux.

On the DVD: KDE neon 5.20.0 and elementary OS 5.2