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A Deep Dive into the ELF File Format Elf Quest

Linux and other Unix-based systems use the ELF file format for executables, object code, and shared libraries. Take a peek inside to learn how an ELF file is organized.

A command-line dictionary tool Wordsmith

With the dict client, you can quickly search dozens of natural language dictionary databases for the perfect word.

The disaster of MIPI cameras on Linux Tinker Time

Linux users have long gotten used to the standard hardware in their systems working perfectly. Recently, however, things have gotten dicey for webcams supporting the MIPI specification. We'll tell you why and what to do about it.

Analyze network traffic with Sniffnet Traffic Monitor

Network traffic remains a closed book for many users. Sniffnet lets less experienced users monitor their network traffic with ease.

Booting up the coreboot firmware alternative Core Strength

Coreboot is an open source firmware alternative with an emphasis on speed and simplicity.

Greener Coding

Go has a reputation for producing energy-saving applications, but you still have to know what you are doing.

Repositories for energy-saving software Going Green

A number of open source projects offer tools for analyzing energy usage in software.

Back on Track

After two years online, crowds of FLOSS supporters returned to Brussels in early February for FOSDEM 2023. Reminiscent of a class reunion, the FOSDEM keynote program was jam packed with goodies.

Best Laid Plans

The Google Authenticator PAM module allows you to use time-based Google Authenticator passwords with various Linux services, including SSH.

A customizable distro with better support: EuroLinux

EuroLinux offers enterprise class software with support from real engineers for a fair price. Bruce talks to the developers behind this RHEL-based distribution.

A decentralized photo sharing platform: Picture This!

Pixelfed offers an interesting alternative to centralized, algorithm-driven, commercial photo sharing services.

Fediverse TV

PeerTube, the Fediverse's video platform, offers a decentralized, open source way to watch videos and live stream your own content. We'll show you how to get started and even set up your own instance.

Meet Me in the Stream

You don't need Facebook to keep up with your friends online. With diaspora*, you get a similar experience without the spying.

Social Time

Do you have to give up your privacy to enjoy access to social media? The makers of the Fediverse say no.

Beam Me Up, Fluxy!

With the FLUX Beamo laser and a Raspberry Pi Board B10001, you can execute your own laser cutting projects on a wide range of materials.

Scripted drawing with ImageMagick Silhouette

ImageMagick can do more than just edit existing images. The free software can even be scripted to create simple drawings.

MakerSpace Access the Raspberry Pi’s GPIO Pig Pen

The wiringPi library, which many Raspberry Pi fans have grown attached to over the years, is no longer under maintenance by its developer. An alternative, in the form of Pigpio, has arrived just in time.

Answering the Call - Rocky Linux looks for a place in the enterprise

Rocky Linux emerges as a free alternative to Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

Don’t Know Much About History - Enhancing efficiency with history

The versatile Bash history command can save you time and effort at the command line.

The Clash of Community and Corporation - The Red Hat extended family

Red Hat has spawned an outgrowth of corporate and community-based distributions. Here's how these distributions are related and how they differ.

Getting Small - Roll your own IoT Linux with Buildroot

Whether you need a tiny OS for 1MB of flash memory or a complex Linux with a graphical stack, you can quickly set up a working operating system using Buildroot.

Favorite Recipe - How the Yocto framework brings Linux to IoT devices

The Yocto project gives you all the tools you’ll need to build a custom Linux for IoT device.

Trust Tools

Fake information is experiencing a boom, but given the right tools, you can reliably separate the wheat from the chaff.

Backing up a living system - Serve It up Hot

The tools and strategies you use to back up files that are not being accessed won’t work when you copy data that is currently in use by a busy application. This article explains the danger of employing common Linux utilities to back up living data and examines some alternatives.

Using Homebrew with a minimum of fuss: The Homebrew Survival Guide

Homebrew, a comprehensive package manager, has been increasing in popularity thanks to its ease of use.

Simple web scraping with Bash: Ski Report

With one line of Bash code, Pete scrapes the web and builds a desktop notification app to get the daily snow report.

MEPIS and antiX come together: MX Linux

MX Linux is fast, friendly, and focused on function.

Mapping out a novel with Manuskript and the snowflake method: Plan Your Epic

The Manuskript editor is all you need to jump start your next writing project.

Building Slide Presentations with present: Presentation as Code

The Golang package present may be the key to making attractive slide presentations with less work and hassle.

Home Sweet Home

Automating your four walls does not necessarily require commercial solutions. With a little skill, you can develop your own projects on a low budget.