In the vast and versatile world of Linux, the concept of a live environment allows users to run an entire operating system directly from a USB stick or CD without installing it on a computer's hard ...

Kernel drivers are the bridge between the Linux operating system and the hardware components of a computer. They play a crucial role in managing and facilitating communication between the OS and ...

Raspberry Pi has introduced and released the new Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5. I happen to have four Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 devices on my bench along with a couple of Raspberry Pi Compute ...

The endless customizability is one of my favorite features of the Linux ecosystem, as there are tons of ways to fine-tune most distros to my liking. And I don’t just mean the UI either – practically ...

Gumstix, a company that has been selling small system boards – about the size of a “gum stick” – for years, is now offering crowdfunding for hardware that users can design themselves. (Stick with me ...

Immutable Linux distributions are all the rage, and with good reason. But which immutable distribution is the right one for you? Let's compare two of my favorites.

Germany-based Tuxedo Computers has released its tailor-made operating system as a stand-alone distribution that offers a reasonably productive option among the bloated supply of Linux variants.

Which Linux distributions will rise above the competition in 2026 to dethrone the old guard? These are my picks.