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Short Bytes: Most Linux distributions come with convenient installers with many options, but that wasn’t always the case. Even today, there are many distributions that only come with bare-bones installation scripts, but why on Earth would someone want to do that? The one word that always seems to answer that question is “control.” Linux is […]
Images: LinuxConsole Short Bytes: The latest release of gaming distro LinuxConsole has arrived. LinuxConsole 2.5 comes in two flavors — LXDE desktop for 32-bit and MATE desktop for 64-bit. This distro comes with a wide range of open source software and games, with a focus on kids and old computers. LinuxConsole also brings support for many new […]
Short Bytes: Linux Mint 18 ‘Sarah’ KDE Edition Beta is now available for download and testing. This release is based on the long-term supported Linux 4.4 kernel and KDE Plasma 5.6 desktop environment. The final release of this widely popular distro is expected to arrive in September. Earlier this month, we saw the release of Linux […]
Short Bytes: OpenMandriva Community has released the final version of OpenMandriva Lx 3.0 Linux distribution. This cutting edge Linux distribution comes with numerous performance and stability improvements. Apart from the KDE-based version, OpenMandriva Lx 3.0 Linux also comes with a lightweight LXQt environment. OpenMandriva Lx is one of the most exciting KDE-based Linux distributions that aims to serve the interests […]
Short Bytes: Researchers have found a critical flaw that affects all Linux kernel version 3.6 and beyond. If left unnoticed, this flaw allows a range of harmful blind off-path TCP attacks that can compromise the security of a Linux user with a success rate of 90%. The researchers have proposed certain changes and implementation of a […]
Short Bytes: The first stable version of Apricity OS Linux distribution is here. This Arch Linux-based operating system is designed for the beginners who wish to get their hands on a ready-to-use operating system. Available in Cinnamon and GNOME flavors, you can find the ISO and torrent files for download on the project website. Apricity […]
Short Bytes: Canonical has finally released the first point release of Ubuntu 16.04 LTS. This open source release includes numerous app updates and bug fixes. If you are interested in grabbing the latest Ubuntu release, you can download the ISO and torrent files by visiting Ubuntu release servers or the links mentioned ahead. Canonical’s Ubuntu […]
Short Bytes: The Core Project has recently announced the release of Tiny Core Linux 7.2. Tiny Core Linux is one of the smallest operating systems based on Linux kernel. TinyCore, the operating system’s popular version, is just 16MB in size and comes with a simple and fast GUI. What is Tiny Core? Before telling about the […]
Short Bytes: World’s oldest Linux distribution Slackware 14.2 is finally available for download. This release brings along multiple changes on the fronts of stability and security. The update also brings the latest development tools, window managers, updated programs and desktop environments. Slackware, world’s oldest surviving Linux distribution, is here with major enhancements and updates. The […]
Short Bytes: The wait for the summer’s hottest Linux distro is over and you can finally download the release version of Linux Mint 18 “Sarah”. Often called the best Linux distribution for desktop PCs, Mint 18 comes loaded with new features and Linux 4.4 LTS Kernel. Update: Linux Mint 18 is now officially released and available for […]
Short Bytes: Robolinux is a unique Linux distribution that comes with a stealth VM for deep Windows integration. The latest release of this operating system i.e. Robolinux 8.5 LTS “Raptor” is now available for download. This release–featuring Cinnamon, Mate, Xfce, and LXDE versions–comes with Steam for Linux client for seamless gaming. There are many Linux distributions out […]
Short Bytes: elementary OS is a very popular and one of the most beautiful Linux distros out there. The upcoming version of the OS i.e. elementary OS 0.4 ‘Loki’, is coming in next few months. The first beta of this open source operating system is already here and you can download it right now to […]
Short Bytes: Popular anonymous Linux Live distribution Tails is here with its version 2.4. This latest release of Debian-based operating system features TOR Browser 6.0. Tails 2.4 comes with many security improvements including firewall and kernel hardening. Tails is a popular privacy-focused Linux distribution–here are some other Linux distros for different purposes–with an aim to […]
Short Bytes: Are you waiting eagerly for this summer’s Linux Mint 18 release? Well, the Beta release of this Ubuntu 16.04-based operating system is out and you can download the Cinnamon and MATE Editions right now and start testing them. As expected, the team behind Linux Mint has released the beta release of the much […]
Short Bytes: The long-anticipated Manjaro Linux 16.06 ‘Daniella’ is now available for download. This release has arrived with the latest Linux kernel 4.4 (and 10 other kernel options) and other new features. The flagship Xfce edition of community driven Manjaro Linux comes with Xfce 4.12, bringing more polished desktop experience. Last week, we told you […]
Short Bytes: Endless Computers has released its Endless OS Linux for free to everyone. This Linux-based distribution features a modified GNOME desktop and comes in two variants. While Lite version looks like a Linux PC running GNOME desktop, Full version is for the people with limited internet access and comes with 100s of pre-installed apps. There […]
Short Bytes: Cub Linux is created by combining the best features of Chromium OS and Ubuntu Linux i.e. speed and Google integrations of Chromium + power and compatibility of Ubuntu Linux. This cloud centric operating system is currently based on Ubuntu Linux LTS 14.04 ‘Trusty Tahr’ and is available for download as a Release Candidate. Ubuntu […]
Short Bytes: Easy-to-use and lightweight Linux distribution Linux Lite is here with its latest version 3.0. The new Ubuntu 16.04 LTS-based release comes with a new theme, an easier access to folders, and multiple changes in the form of bug fixes and security updates. Linux Lite is a lightweight Linux distribution that is focused on […]
Short Bytes: Arch Linux, one of the most customizable Linux distros around, is here with the latest Arch Linux 2016.06.01 release. This monthly ISO respin is powered by Linux kernel 4.5.4 and includes all the changes made since May 1, 2016. The existing Arch users need to simply execute “sudo pacman -Syu” to update their Arch […]
Short Bytes: It’s time to meet Manjaro Linux Gaming, an Arch Linux-based operating system that’s designed for gaming. This Linux distro comes with many open source software and emulators to assist you in gaming. The overall settings of the OS have been adjusted to suit the needs of gamers. Manjaro Linux, based on Arch Linux, is […]
Short Bytes: Red Hat recently announced the latest iteration of its widely popular enterprise Linux — Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.8. This release comes with lots of new features, marking the Production Phase 2 of RHEL 6. Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.8 provides new capabilities to system admins by making this dependable server Linux even more stable. Red […]