How to tell if a song is Copyright on Linux
If you have a song or any other audio and you want to know if it is protected and has copyright, here is a tutorial on how to do it
Programs
QEMU 6.2: RISC-V, SGX, Apple Silicon (M1) and more ...
The new version of the architecture emulator, QEMU, now reaches its version 6.2 with many improvements and new support
Ryan Gordon for SDL improvement
Ryan Gordon will get to push SDL. This project will further enhance the benefits of future APIs
The best project management software for Linux
If you work in a group or want to put some more order in your life, you will surely love these project management programs
The CryptoPad collaborative suite. Partial alternative to Google Workspaces
We tell you about the CryptoPad collaborative suite, an alternative to Google Workspaces focused on privacy.
Godot 3.4 arrives with support for Apple M1, PWA in HTML5, engine improvements and more
After 6 months of development, the release of the new version of the free game engine Godot 3.4 was announced ...
Online programs or services What is the best option?
Should you use online programs or services? We analyze the advantages and disadvantages of each one and in which cases to use them
Microsoft announced the stable release of its "Edge" web browser for Linux
Microsoft recently announced through an announcement the official launch of the first stable version of its new "Edge" web browser.
FLB Music: an audio player and download manager
There are many users who need a good audio player and also a download manager. FLB Music has it all in one
Microsoft Outlook: the three best alternatives to the email client
If you are looking for the best alternatives for the Microsoft Outlook email client on Linux, these are the recommended ones
Qbs 1.20 comes with support improvements for C, C ++, support for QT 6 and more
The release of the new version of "Qbs 1.20" has just been presented, this being the seventh release since Qt Company ...
Lutris 0.5.9 arrives with support for AMD FSR, DLSS, gamescope and more
After almost a year of development, the release of the new version of "Lutris 0.5.9" in which they have been made ...
Vivaldi 4.3 improves the capture tool, the download panel and the translations
Vivaldi 4.3 has arrived by disabling a Google API, improving the capture tool, synchronization and translations.
Convert text to speech. Some alternatives for Linux
We list some open source alternatives for converting text to speech in Linux using the command line.
OBS Studio 27.1 arrives with improvements for Wayland, Youtube Streaming and more
The release of the new version of OBS Studio 27.1 has just been announced, in which a series of changes have been made
oneko: or how to have a pet on your GNU / Linux
If you want to have a nice pet, like a cat or a dog, you can use oneko in your GNU / Linux distro for it
NetBeans 12.5 Arrives with Experimental Java 17 Support, Bug Fixes, and More
The Apache Software Foundation (ASF) recently announced the release of the new version 12.5 of the NetBeans development environment
xrdesktop: turn your keyboard into a virtual reality space
The xrdesktop program will allow you to convert the keyboard into a virtual reality space to improve productivity
PeaZip 8.2: new version with improvements for use on the console
The famous GUI compression and decompression program, PeaZip, now reaches its version 8.2 with improvements for use in the terminal
Firefox 92 has already been released and arrives with HTTPS forwarding, WebRender for everyone and more
The new version of Firefox 92 has already been released together with the update of the versions with a long support period ...
How a VPN works
VPN services are becoming more and more popular, even more so since telecommuting expanded to maintain security
OpenShot 2.6.0: Released with Huge New Features
The new release of the OpenShot video editor has arrived. Version 2.6.0 is not normal, and brings monstrous news
Smart Home: Open Source Automation Software
If you like domotics and the smart home, you will surely like to know these programs for automation
KDEnlive 21.08: launch with many new features
Kdenlive 21.8 comes with a multitude of improvements and news that you should know about, as well as the tweaks that have been made to its UI
The new version of Nmap 7.92 has already been released and these are its news
The Nmap developers recently announced the release of the new version 7.92 and the release was scheduled ...
The most forgotten open source projects
Not everything was going to be top lists, it's also fun to meet some of the worst open source projects
List with the worst? apps for GNU / Linux
Lists are always made with the best apps, the best distros, the best projects ... but why not the worst?
Audacity: The Best Alternatives You Can Use
Audacity is causing controversy with changes in ownership and the information it collects. But there are always alternatives ...
Best open source tools for writers
If you are writers, whether of electronic documents, books, etc., surely you will be interested in knowing some of the best tools
The best productivity software for GNU / Linux
Being productive at work, in your day to day at home, or with your studies is essential to make the most of your time
The best IDEs for your GNU / Linux distribution
If you are a programmer or developer and need good recommendations on IDEs for Linux, here are some of the best
How to install Apple iTunes on your Ubuntu distro
If you have Apple devices, you will surely like to know that you can install iTunes on your Ubuntu distribution
ncdu: use du command more visually with ncurses?
If you have ever wanted to use the disk usage du command but in a more intuitive way you have to know ncdu
vizex: a way to visualize disk usage from the terminal
The vizex tool is an alternative to view disk usage from the Linux terminal and other Unix systems
PDF Mix Tool 1.0: the new version of this practical tool is out
If you want to work with the PDF format in your GNU / Linux distro, you will like to know PDF Mix Tool, which now comes with new features in v1.0
The new version of the Tor 10.5 browser has already been released and these are its news
After ten months of development, a new important version of the browser has been presented, reaching its version "Tor 10.5"
Some alternatives to Audacity for audio editing
We reviewed some alternatives to Audacity for editing audio files. As far as we know they do not include telemetry.
What data Audacity collects and what it says it uses it for
Audacity is an open source tool for creating and editing audio files. According to my colleague Pablinux, no ...
Deepin also launches a store with support for Android apps similar to Windows 11
The famous Chinese distro Deepin has surprised with a new application store with support for Android apps such as Windows 11
Tor 0.4.6.5 comes with support for the third version of onion services and says goodbye to the previous ones
A few years ago, the release of the new Tor version 0.4.6.5 was announced, which is considered the first stable version ...
Lazarus IDE: An Integrated Development Environment for GUI on Linux
If you are a developer and you are looking for a graphical development environment in which to work on Linux, you should know Lazarus IDE
Allowing reader comments. From WordPress to Jekyll 7
One of the challenges of leaving WordPress to switch to Jekyll is how to do the things that WordPress ...
Pencil: a tool for prototyping in Linux
If you like prototyping and making your own mockups, then you will like to know the Pencil software for Linux
Vectr: a free and simple software for vector graphics
If you like design and want a program to create vector graphics in a very simple way, then you should know Vectr
SimFlow: a GUI for CFD OpenFOAM software
You will already know OpenFOAM, a project for CFD analysis on Linux. Well, SimFlow is a GUI for this one
The best To Do List apps for the Linux desktop
These are some of the best To Do List apps for the Linux desktop that you should not miss if you like order
GOverlay: managing overlays in gaming under Linux
GOverlay is an open source project that will surely interest you if you are a Linux gamer. It will help you manage the overlay
bat: a handy command for ASUS laptop batteries
If you have an ASUS brand laptop and a GNU / Linux distribution, you will be interested in knowing the bat command
Kiwix: access Wikipedia without an internet connection
Many people lack an Internet connection or have a very slow connection. Kiwix allows you to have sites like Wikipedia offline
Slimbook: Brings You More Fresh News
The Spanish firm Slimbook brings interesting news with a new miniPC and new apps for your Linux distro
NetBeans12.4 has already been released and these are its news
A few days ago the Apache Software Foundation Organization announced the release of the new version of NetBeans 12.4 ...
How to Convert MTS Videos to Another Format on Linux with VLC
If you have a video in MTS format and you want to transform it to another format, like AVI, you can do it in VLC on Linux like this ...
1Password - Officially Released for Linux
The 1Password password manager has been officially released for GNU / Linux after a long time in beta state
How to install TensorFlow on a cloud hosting
If you want to know the procedure to install Tensorflow step by step on a cloud server, here is what you need
Opera and its VPN: a really safe solution?
Opera incorporates its own VPN in its web browser. It's easy to activate and free, but is it really effective?
The best applications for the management of educational environments
These are some of the best ideal applications for educational environments for the GNU / Linux operating system
Spotify: redesign of the app for the Linux desktop
If you like music, you will surely know the famous streaming music service Spotify. The Swedish app has renewed its interface in Linux
Sony Interactive Entertainment Announces Investment in Discord
The hottest show in the gaming world is called Discord, and now Sony Interactive Entertainment announces an investment in it
MUSE Group Acquires Audio Editor Audacity
MUSE Group has acquired the rights to the audio editor Audacity, one of the most popular in the open-source world
HandBrake - Open Source Video Transcoder
Video transcoding or conversion is very common, to be able to do it, you can count on Handbrake for Linux
Natron: node-based compositing software
Natron is not well known to most Linux users, but it is a very interesting node-based compositing software
Cinelerra: revolutionary app for video editing
If you work in GNU / Linux and need to edit video, then you should know the Cinelerra application, a revolutionary program for this purpose
Best graphical backup apps for Linux
If you are thinking of installing a backup application for your GNU / Linux distro, here are some of the best
GVim: a graphical version of the famous vim text editor
The famous text editor vim is one of the most widely used, with a legion of fans. Gvim is the graphical version of this editor
How to reproduce ambient noise to improve concentration
Many people need to have a constant background noise, either to be able to concentrate or to fall asleep. In the…
ColorPie: powerful tool for color fans
If you frequently work with color ranges and need to combine colors, you will surely be interested in knowing ColorPie
Converter NOW: a simple app to convert between units in Linux
If you need to go from one unit to another (currency, volume, distance, weight, temperature, ...), you will surely love Converter NOW
FFmpeg 4.4 arrives with improvements in video decoders, new filters and more
After ten months of development, the release of the new version of FFmpeg 4.4 in which work has been done was finally announced ...
How to install Discord on your GNU / Linux distro step by step
A complete tutorial on everything you need to know to install Discord on your GNU / Linux distribution step by step
Can the Amazon Alexa virtual assistant be added on your distro?
If you like to use Amazon's virtual assistant, Alexa, you can try installing this app so that you have it on your Linux distro
FWTS: what is FirmWare Test Suite? what is it for?
FWTS stands for Firmware Test Suite, a complete toolkit for performing firmware tests on Linux
Safe Eyes: avoids visual deterioration due to the abusive use of screens
Safe Eyes can allow you to avoid visual impairment due to the abusive use of screens during leisure, telework, or study
LeoCAD: program for CAD design using LEGO pieces
If you are a fan of LEGO pieces, you will surely like to know that there is LeoCAD, a software to build with the famous pieces
Sonic Pi: learn programming and computer science while creating music
Would you like to learn basic computer and programming skills while creating music? That's what Sonic Pi is about
GNUnet: create secure P2P networks from Linux
P2P networks are not dead, despite the fact that large platforms have disappeared or some programs are abandoned. GNUnet is a test
Tilda: configurable drop-down terminal
Tilda is an unknown terminal for many, but it is available for Linux and can help you improve your experience
Basket: more than a notepad, an organizer for Linux
Basket is more than a simple notepad for your notes or notes, it is a complete organizer that will surprise you
cheat: create and view interactive cheat sheets
cheat is the command line tool that will help you to visualize and also create the famous cheatsheets
UEFITool: analyze, modify, and extract firmware images
Although it is something for some developers and professionals, the UEFITool tool will allow you to work with firmware images
OpenRocket: rocket simulator for your Linux distro
OpenRocket is a rocket simulator for your GNU / Linux distribution that may be interesting for those with the soul of astronomers
NetBeans 12.3 arrives with full PHP 8 support, updates and more
The Apache Software Foundation Organization recently announced the new update version of its IDE «Apache NetBeans 12.3«, ...
Open source keyboards for mobile devices
We go over some open source options as alternatives to the virtual keyboard.
Mattermost Desktop: alternative to Slack for Linux
If you like the Slack platform, you will surely like to know this other alternative called Mattermost Desktop for Linux
Morse code software. Some open source options
Morse code software. We review some open source options to learn about this communication tool still used.
LABWC, a composite server for Wayland that aims to be an alternative to Openbox
The release of the first version of the LABWC project, which develops a composite server for Wayland, has been released ...
Linux applications to improve productivity at work
If you are teleworking, surely you will be interested in knowing these Linux applications to improve productivity
Motionbox: a very peculiar video browser ...
If you do not know Motionbox, it is a very peculiar browser, since it is a video browser. A software that you will love
Firefox 86 comes with Total Cookie Protection, Picture-in-Picture enhancements and more
The new version of the popular Firefox 86 web browser has already been released and in addition to introducing a series of corrections ...
Iberbox: a great manager for your backups
If you have a multitude of backup copies and you want a centralized software from which to manage them, Iberbox is what you are looking for
Hiri: one of the best multiplatform email clients
If you like using email clients to manage your calendar, emails, etc., then you will like Hiri for Linux
Remote Touchpad: use your mobile as a touchpad for your PC
If you want to use your mobile screen as a touchpad for your Linux PC, you can use the Remote Touchpad app
Compatibility improvements: WINE packages in the Snap store?
If you are interested in snap packages, surely you have seen curious things in the app store packaged with it, such as those marked WINE
The best debuggers you can use on Linux
If you are a developer and need to use debuggers on Linux, here is a list of some of the best
Filmulator: a very interesting raw image editor (RAW)
If you were looking for a raw image editor, or RAW, you can use this free and open source program called Filmulator
Touché: a GUI to configure Touchegg on Linux
If you use Touchegg for your Linux distro and want a much simpler setup, then you should know the Touche GUI
Packages in Snap format that I like and recommend
Packages in Snap format. A short list of apps that I like the most from the Snap store and want to share with readers.
Hushboard: a practical program to not record while typing
If you are making some recordings and want to stop recording while typing, Hushboard is what you are looking for
Firefox 85.0.1 fixes a vulnerability and prepares to say goodbye to SSB in Firefox 86
Corrective versions of Firefox 85.0.1 and Firefox ESR 78.7.1 were recently released, which are now available ...
Libgcrypt: GPG library has a critical vulnerability
Libgcrypt is a library of the famous GPG software, for data signing and encryption. And a vulnerability has been discovered in it ...
VirtualBox 6.1.18: new version with support for Linux 5.10 LTS
Oracle releases the new version VirtualBox 6.1.18 with support for Linux kernel 5.10 LTS and other improvements that you will like