It's getting easier to test-drive Linux distros. First came the Windows installer for Ubuntu; now there's a similar (and even easier) option for Debian. Just head to the "Debian-Installer Loader" ...

Linux places no special demands on hardware, so there are generally no limitations when choosing a Linux system. Even more feature-rich desktop distributions like Ubuntu with the Gnome desktop, ...

Windows might be your bread and butter, but you can dual-boot it with Linux if you want to tinker, or play around with a wider range of open source software. Whether you're using Windows 10 or Windows ...

This distro is sleek, easy to use, and has built-in support for Windows apps.

The Windows 11-like Linux distribution, AnduinOS, has just released three upgrades for its existing releases. This is what's new and how to upgrade. Anduin Xue, the main developer behind AnduinOS, has ...

Windows 10 support has ended. Some Linux distributions have seen record downloads. It's time to consider making the switch from Windows to Linux. Support for Windows 10 ended just a few days ago, ...

Linux Mint vs. Zorin OS: I've tried both Windows alternatives, and here's my winner ...

PCWorld’s guide helps users navigate the overwhelming choice of approximately 250 Linux distributions by focusing on five main strains: Debian, Red Hat/Fedora, Arch, Slackware, and Gentoo.

Linux diary, chapter one: winging it. Linux diary, chapter one: winging it. is a senior reviews editor who’s been testing tech since 2007. Previously at Wirecutter and Maximum PC. Current fixations: ...