ZDNET's key takeaways Arch and Fedora are two different Linux distributions.One of these is better suited for those with less experience.Both are outstanding Linux distributions that can be used for ...

In a world teeming with Linux distributions — from Ubuntu to Arch, Debian to Fedora — the idea of building your own may seem daunting, if not redundant. Yet, for many technologists, enthusiasts, and ...

What is a Linux distro? A desktop operating system comprises different parts, be it Windows, Linux, or macOS. You need the core of the OS, known as a kernel (in this case, the Linux kernel), and the ...

Snap and Flatpak are Linux universal package managers. Both have their pros and cons. Each gives Linux far more apps to choose from. Flatpak and Snap are universal package managers. Both are simple to ...

So installing a complete Linux distribution — desktop and all — may be a better option for you. A few years ago, I played around with a halfway measure to run a KDE desktop on a Chromebook within the ...

Pear OS has had a bit of history. It started out as a Debian-based Linux distribution called Pear OS. Then, out of nowhere, it was renamed Comice OS. The rename gremlins struck again, and it was back ...

So you’re switching from Windows to Linux? Great. Like other users and organizations who’ve taken the plunge, it’s likely you’re making the move to take advantage of Linux’s stability and reliance on ...