Lightweight Web Browsers for Ubuntu / Linux

When “we spend time online”, we are not merely visiting sites anymore. Not in their traditional “static” sense. We are using services, creating, communicating, consuming content. Sites have become rich multimedia experiences, riddled with unwanted ads, demanding scripts, fluff. Our browsers followed suit and have reached the point where they are even incorporating crypto-wallets. Does …

Open Source Alternatives to Adobe Creative Suite

The Adobe Creative Cloud is the successor to Adobe’s Creative Suite, a collection of professional software applications for creativity and productivity. Although the apps found within the Creative Cloud are powerful, they come with a hefty monthly subscription and may be financially unviable for individuals. Worry not, though; there are many open-source alternatives to almost …

7 Things To Do After Installing Ubuntu 21.10

You just installed the latest version of Ubuntu. What now? What are the first things you need to do when you have the most popular Linux distribution on the planet installed and running? What steps do you need to complete to ensure a smooth desktop experience? And, if possible, how can you further improve it? …

Lightweight Linux Distros for Old Computers

You’ve been postponing an upgrade for years, and just when you’ve decided to take the plunge, you realize there’s no worthy hardware available. At least, not at realistic prices. It would probably be best if you didn’t have to sell your liver to afford a brand new GPU at current market prices. The problem’s that …

7 Best Icon Themes for Ubuntu

They’re small, come by default with our Desktop Environment, and we don’t overthink about them. And yet, the icons on our desktop can make or break its looks. As Apple fans know, looks matter. A great icon, wallpaper, and desktop theme combination can elevate your operating system’s aesthetics and make your computer a joy to …