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How to Force Yourself to Take Periodic Breaks in Ubuntu Using 'Take a Break'

Force Yourself to Take Periodic Breaks in Ubuntu Using Take a Break

Time flies when you’re on the computer. If you find it hard to tear yourself away, “Take a Break” will force you to take periodic breaks in Ubuntu.

By Himanshu Arora – Jul 18, 2016

Notepadqq: Notepad++ Alternative for Linux

Looking for a Notepad++ alternative for Linux? Notepadqq is the one you are looking for.

By Himanshu Arora – Jul 13, 2016

How to Upload Images to Your Flickr Account From Ubuntu Using Frogr

Upload Images to Your Flickr Account From Ubuntu Using Frogr

There hasn’t been a way to access or upload images to Flickr from Ubuntu until now thanks to Frogr, a Flickr upload app for the GNOME desktop environment.

By Himanshu Arora – Jul 9, 2016

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How to Set Up “Let’s Encrypt” Free SSL Certificate in Nginx (Ubuntu)

If you have a website and are keen to implement SSL, Let’s Encrypt is a great option. Here’s how to set up Let’s Encrypt in a Nginx Ubuntu server.

By Damien Oh – Jul 5, 2016

Easily Run Ubuntu Snap Packages on Other Linux Distros

If you are not using Ubuntu but are keen to try out the Snap packages, here is how you can run Ubuntu Snap Packages on other Linux distros.

By Derrik Diener – Jul 5, 2016

Use a Dual-Panel File Manager for Better Productivity

Double Commander is an open-source, dual-panel file manager that’s available for various OS platforms including Linux. It is inspired by Total Commander. Check it out.

By Himanshu Arora – Jun 30, 2016

How to Directly Copy/Paste Images To/From Clipboard in Ubuntu Nautilus

How to Directly Copy/Paste Images to/from Clipboard in Ubuntu Nautilus

Nautilus-copypaste-images is a plugin that lets you copy an image file in Nautilus and directly paste it as an image to an image editor like Gimp. Here’s how it works

By Himanshu Arora – Jun 28, 2016

Use These Four Simple Steps to Compile Linux Programs from Source

Use These Four Simple Steps to Compile Linux Programs from Source

It’s not difficult to compile Linux programs from source. Start with a tarball and follow four simple steps. This guide shows you how it’s done.

By Mark Lewin – Jun 27, 2016

How to Download, Install, and Use Command Line-Based Web Browser Lynx in Ubuntu

How to Hide Linux Command Line History by Going Incognito

Sometimes you just want things to stay between you and ….. you! Luckily, you can even hide the Linux Command Line History by using Incognito Mode. Here’s how.

By Himanshu Arora – Jun 25, 2016

How to Get Weather Details of a Location From Linux Command Line Using WTTR.IN

How to Get Weather Details of a Location from Linux Command Line Using WTTR.IN

Did you know it’s possible to get weather information via the Linux Command Line without installing a utility? It is, thanks to WTTR.IN! Here’s how.

By Himanshu Arora – Jun 22, 2016

Could the Privacy-Focused Brave Be Your Dream Web Browser?

Looking for a web browser that is focused on privacy? Brave web browser may be just what you’re looking for; it automatically blocks ads and trackers.

By Paul Ferson – Jun 15, 2016

View Your Linux System Information with Fanbox

View Your Linux System Information with Fanbox

Looking for a way to keep an eye on Linux system information from your desktop? Check out Fanbox, an HTML5, CSS and Javascript-based dashboard.

By Derrik Diener – Jun 14, 2016

Try Any Linux flavor From a USB Stick with Linux AIO

Try Any Linux Flavor from a USB Stick with Linux AIO

Tired of making Linux live USB disks over and over again? Meet Linux AIO: a tool that takes all current spins of popular Linux distributions and compiles them into one flashable ISO file.

By Derrik Diener – Jun 13, 2016

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How to Handle App/OS Freezes in Linux

Like any other software, Linux systems and apps can freeze and stop working at times. Here’s how you can handle App/OS Freezes in Linux.

By Himanshu Arora – Jun 10, 2016

How to Prominently Display Keystrokes in Screencasts Using Screenkey [Ubuntu]

How to Prominently Display Keystrokes in Screencasts Using Screenkey [Ubuntu]

Want to display keystrokes in screencasts on Ubuntu? Meet Screenkey: a command line app that makes sure your keystrokes are better displayed.

By Himanshu Arora – Jun 9, 2016

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How to Access Geo-Restricted Websites on Ubuntu Using Lantern

Tired of geo-restricted websites ruining your day? Lantern is an Internet proxy tool worth checking out. It lets you access blocked sites. Here’s how.

By Himanshu Arora – Jun 6, 2016

How to Funnel Audio From Your PC To An Android Phone

How to Play Your PC’s Audio in an Android Phone

SoundWire lets you listen to audio from your PC on any of your Android phones using an Android app and a PC server. Here’s how to funnel audio with it.

By Karrar Haider – Jun 4, 2016

Make Telegram More User-Friendly with Cutegram

Make Telegram More User-Friendly with Cutegram

Cutegram is a free and open source Telegram client for GNU/Linux focusing on user-friendly compatibility with Linux desktop environments. Here’s how it works.

By Derrik Diener – Jun 3, 2016

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Need a Skype Alternative? Try Ring, the Secure P2P Communication Platform

Are you looking for a Skype alternative with no central server? Meet Ring. It’s decentralized, focused on privacy, and is all about peer-to-peer.

By Derrik Diener – Jun 2, 2016

How to Turn Off Notifications in Ubuntu Using NoNotifications

How to Turn Off Notifications in Ubuntu Using NoNotifications

Tired of Ubuntu’s notifications? nonotifs (aka NoNotifications) is a simple indicator to temporarily suppress notifications of notify-osd (notify-send). Check it out.

By Himanshu Arora – Jun 2, 2016

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