Linux Distro Review: wattOS for Older PCs

If you are looking for a stable and bare-bones Linux distro for older PCs, then wattOS would be a good choice.  Based on Debian 12 Bookworm, the latest version R13 of wattOS is now available to download and install. You can get it from here. The installation process is quite simple with the Calamares installer kicking in as soon as you boot from the live environment and choose to install.  If...

Virtually Distro Hop Using a Browser With Instant Workstation

Introduction Whether you are a Linux newbie or an experienced user, distro hopping can be both fun and informative. It lets you get familiar with various Linux distributions out there and increase your familiarity with using Linux. A common way to do this is to use a virtualization app like VirtualBox or VMWare. If you don’t want to install it locally, then there are online services that let...

Unleash the Power of tac Command in Linux for Viewing Files

Linux commands are essential tools for any user, system administrator, or developer working. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced user, understanding and mastering the power of Linux commands can greatly enhance your productivity and efficiency in managing and troubleshooting Linux systems. Many powerful and obscure commands can make working with the Linux command line a lot easier. Let’s...

Do You Know About The tr Command in Linux

Many commands in Linux are obscure but extremely useful if you get to know them. The yes command is one, and another one which this article will cover is the tr command. The tr command is short for translate, but instead of translating languages, it translates or deletes input characters and symbols to something else. Say, for example, you would like to replace spaces from an output with a new...

Automate Stuff in Linux With the yes Command

In the world of Linux, there are countless command-line utilities and tools that can help you perform a wide range of tasks efficiently.  One such tool is the yes command, which may seem simple at first glance but can be quite useful in various scenarios.  Let us explore the yes command and how to use it effectively. Linux Mint is used for this article but you can try it with any other...

Quickly Reset Graphics Settings in Linux Mint Using the Command Line

Troubleshooting graphics-related issues in Linux Mint can be frustrating as you may not be able to view the desktop environment or log in in the first place.  A normal desktop session in Linux Mint Cinnamon There is a simple way to reset graphics-related settings for this. Example: Consider a graphics-related error due to which you can’t access the Linux Mint desktop or view it....