It's fun to play around with different Linux distros, but you might not want to use every new one that pops up. Here's why.

Why it’s great: Ubuntu is one of the most recognizable Linux distributions, and for good reason. It offers a polished ...

ZDNET's key takeaways Both BunsenLabs Boron and Bohdi Linux are outstanding distributions.These distros take advantage of ...

ParrotOS 7.0 Beta released with Debian 13 base, KDE as the new default desktop environment and a refreshed visual theme.

Ubuntu Game Pack includes Steam, Lutris, Itch.io, and Game Jolt, as well as PlayOnLinux, CrossOver, Wine, DosBox, ScummVM, and more. Some of those options are free, while others are pay-to-play or ...

For decades, Linux distributions have relied on native packaging formats like DEB and RPM to distribute software. These formats are deeply integrated into the Linux ecosystem, tied closely to the ...

Ubuntu MATE uses the MATE desktop (which is lightweight yet full-featured), which makes it easy for new users to hop onto the Linux bandwagon. MATE is as easy as it gets, with a bottom panel, a top ...

There’s a new Linux distro on the scene today, and it’s a bit specialized. Its development was led by the automotive electronics supplier Elektrobit, and it’s the first open source OS that complies ...

The first name on the list, Puppy Linux is a must-try Linux distro for low-end PC users. It is renowned for its extremely small size and minimal system requirement. The distro is designed to run ...

Extended Security Updates (ESUs) are available, Microsoft recommends migrating to Windows 11. Meanwhile, the developers of the Linux distribution Zorin OS revealed that the latest version, Zorin OS 18 ...