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Issue #275: Think like an Intruder

The worst case scenario is when the attackers know more than you do about your network. If you want to stay safe, learn the ways of the enemy. This month we give you a glimpse into the mind of the attacker, with a close look at privilege escalation, reverse shells, and other intrusion techniques.

On the DVD: AlmaLinux 9.2 and blendOS

Issue #274: The Best of Small Distros

Nowadays, all the attention is on big, enterprise distributions supported by professional developers at big, enterprise corporations, but small distros are still a thing. If you're shopping for a Linux to run on old hardware, if you just want a simpler system that is more responsive and less cluttered, or if you're looking for a special Linux tailored for a special purpose, you're sure to find inspiration in our look at small and specialty Linux systems.

On the DVD: 10 Small Distro ISOs and 4 Small Distro Virtual Appliances

Issue #273: Podcasting

On the Internet, you don't have to wait for permission to speak to the world. Podcasting lets you connect with your audience no matter where they are. Whether you're in it to build community, raise awareness about your skills, or just have some fun, the tools of the Linux environment make it easy to take your first steps.

On the DVD: Linux Mint 21.1 Cinnamon and openSUSE Leap 15.5

Issue #272: Open Data

As long as governments have kept data, there have been people who have wanted to see it and people who have wanted to control it. A new generation of tools, policies, and advocates seeks to keep the data free, available, and in accessible formats. This month we bring you snapshots from the quest for open data.

On the DVD: xubuntu 23.04 Desktop and Fedora 38 Workstation

Issue #271: Smart Home

Smart home solutions will save you time and energy – and, did I mention, you can amaze your friends. This month we show you how to take charge of your home environment with smart devices and open source automation software.

On the DVD: SystemRescue 10.0 and Linux Lite 6.4

Issue #270: Green Coding

A sustainable world will need more sustainable programming. This month we tell you about some FOSS initiatives dedicated to energy efficiency, and we take a close look at some green coding techniques in Go.

On the DVD: fedora 37 Workstation and TUXEDO OS 2

Issue #269: The Fediverse

Social media tools connect the world, bringing us the latest news and commentary from politicians, movie stars, community leaders, and remote friends. But the tracking and data mining of the commercial social media platforms has left many users searching for a better option. This month we dive down into the alternative universe for social media users: the Fediverse.

On the DVD: EndeavourOS Cassini 22.12 and Debian 11.6 "bullseye"

Issue #268: Data Poisoning

Think computers don't make mistakes? If you slip some doctored-up training samples into the mix, you can get a fancy machine-learning system to think a dog is a cat or a 1 is an 8 – and you can trigger this bad behavior through a hidden signal no one else will notice.

On the DVD: MX Linux 21.3 and Puppy Linux FossaPup 9.5

Issue #267: Backup

In theory, everyone could use the same backup tool, but the best way to build regular and systematic backups into your life is to find a solution that fits with your own habits and methods. This month, we preview some popular backup apps in the Linux space so you can find one that works for you.

On the DVD: Linux Mint 21 Cinnamon and Kali Linux 2022.4