Digital Issues

Issue #235: What's New in systemd – Reinventing home directories with the powerful systemd-homed

Systemd is a mystery that keeps on giving. Now a new feature of the leading Linux init system will change the way you think about user home directories. This month we take a closer look at systemd-homed.

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Issue #234: Edge Computing – Get ready for the low-latency cloud

The Edge is a popular buzz word in high-tech news, but what does it mean really? We introduce you to an exciting new technology that could be changing the way we think about the cloud.

Other highlights include:
* navi – interactive cheat sheet for easy help on shell commands
* chromedp – extract data from complex dynamic web pages
* MakerSpace – learn about the versatile CircuitPython runtime environment
* LinuxVoice – this month includes studies on the FreeDOS retro OS and printing in the shell.

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Issue #233: Stream to Your TV – Cool Tools for Sound and Video

The line between computers and television blurred long ago, but the new tools and new ideas keep coming. This month we highlight some innovative apps for multimedia in Linux, including Gnome Cast for TV, and the easy-to-use Serviio media server.

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Issue #232: Stop Ads – Before they reach your browser

Web ads and ad scripts can slow down your system and gum up your web experience. Browser-based ad-blockers are useful for controlling many types of popups and banners, but they are less effective with ads built into applications – and they are often difficult to implement on mobile devices. This month we look at a couple of alternative tools for blocking ads at the network level: Pi-hole and Privoxy.

Other highlights include:
* Firewalld and OpenSnitch – a practical workshop on configuring firewalls for outgoing, as well as incoming, traffic.
* Create a Personal Web Archive – Future-proof your bookmark library by downloading and archiving web pages.
* MakerSpace – This month includes a study of the tiny BBC micro:bit.
* LinuxVoice – Learn to build a unified game library with GameHub.

On the DVD: GParted and Kali Linux

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Issue #231: Tiling – Speed up your desktop experience with Regolith and the i3 tiling window manager

Are tiling window managers still relevant for today's desktop? This month we explore the possibilities of the tiling paradigm with a modern Linux built for tiling.

Other highlights include:
* Cryptomator – A free tool for encrypting cloud data.
* Unison – Access your files from anywhere with SSH and this popular sync tool.
* MakerSpace – Build your own security camera with a Raspberry Pi and motionEyeOS.
* LinuxVoice – We look at the Kube communication and collaboration client.

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Issue #230: Automation Tricks – Building custom solutions for the intelligent home

Home automation is no longer the stuff of science fiction. This month we explore some versatile tools for Linux users who are interested in IoT but don't want to surrender the freedom of open platforms and open source.

Other features include:
* PXE Boot with TinyCore – Your old computer can live on even without a hard drive. Boot across the network with PXE.
* Symphytum – Create a simple and practical database for your notes, recipes, or pine cone collection.
* MakerSpace – A real-world project with the Python Remote Objects Library (Pyro).
* LinuxVoice – We look at the Gotify push notification tool, a self-hosted open source notification solution.

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Issue #229: The Future of Vector Graphics

Vector graphics applications like Inkscape are a popular option for creating scalable graphics. Could these tools be even better? As is often the case, the science is out in front of the mainstream. We show you some innovations that could revolutionize tomorrow's graphics apps.

Also in this month's issue:
* Go Game Development – Create a gambling machine using the versatile Go programming language.
* Mediapurge – Organize your media files and eliminate duplicates.
* MakerSpace – Learn to configure a multiboot Raspberry Pi with BerryBoot.
* LinuxVoice – This month we give you an introduction to Anbox, a cool tool that lets you launch Android apps on Linux.

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Issue #228: Anonymous File Sharing – Pass files secretly with OnionShare

Sure you've heard of the Tor Browser, but what about OnionShare? This cool tool for the invisible web lets you share files without revealing your identity.

Also in this month's issue:
* Baobab – find and remove unnecessary files and directories.
* Secure Online Passwords – discover some tools and techniques for keeping online passwords safe.
* MakerSpace – Learn to expand the range of wireless communication for IoT devices using the low-power and long-range LoRa communication protocol.
* LinuxVoice – We study the Lutris gaming platform and take a swat at McFly, an innovative solution that brings the power of AI to the Bash shell.

On the DVD: Knoppix 8.6 and Super Grub2

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Issue #227: Backup – Practical tools for protecting your data

The bad news is that disasters happen. The good news is that Linux has a variety of powerful backup tools that will protect you when disaster strikes. This month, we cover some backup apps for the†Linux environment, including Rclone, restic, and rsnapshot.

Elsewhere in this issue:
* Local DNS with Unbound – improve performance and enhance security with a local DNS server.
* Jade Desktop – the creators claim this new desktop environment will "change the way you interact with your desktop".
* MakerSpace – A look at the LibreELEC media center distro
* LinuxVoice – A study of some useful and little-known photo tools.

On the DVD: Linux Mint 19.2 "MATE Edition" and Debian 10 "Buster"

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