Digital Issues

Issue #297: Cleaning Up

Linux comes with lots of files, and more are added every time you download software, install packages, or navigate a system update. Plus logs get longer, and who knows what's really in that /tmp directory. Once in a while, it makes sense to clean it all up.

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Issue #296: Pen Testing

Intruders have a way of sneaking past the defenses. All your firewall rules are never enough. If you are wondering how an attacker could get in, you need to learn to think like an attacker. The Internet offers many resources for those who want to get started with penetration testing.

The digital issue will be available by early June 2025.

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Issue #295: GRUB GUIs

Customizing the Linux boot process requires a dive into GRUB. If you're the type who likes to go spelunking through documentation, you can get by with tweaking the config files, but a GRUB GUI tool is a safer and simpler route.

The digital issue will be available by 9 May.

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Issue #294: Secure Browsers

The Internet is much nosier than it used to be, and many believe leading browsers like Chrome and Firefox are part of the problem. This month we highlight some secure browser alternatives that will help you surf without leaving a trail.

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Issue #293: Trojan Horse

We're all taught to fear Trojan horse programs, but what are they really? This month we steal a look inside to show how attackers use Trojans to stash their nefarious code in ordinary applications.

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Issue #292: What Comes After Git?

Git is practically part of the woodwork in open source circles, but can we do better? The Pijul developers think we can. This month we look at the ambitious Pijul project and the effort to build a next-generation version management system based on patches rather than snapshots.

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Issue #291: Optimizing Linux

All the classic Linux distros are optimized for some abstract "general purpose" use case that no one matches exactly. If you want to get better performance out of your system, you'll need to tune it yourself. This month we study some steps for tweaking system and network performance.

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Issue #290: LibreOffice Alternatives

LibreOffice is the reigning king of the Linux desktop, but some users would rather explore the other offerings before opting for the perennial default office suite. We explore some of the leading contenders.

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Issue #289: Coding with AI

Futurists predict a day when computers will write the computer programs. Are we there already? This month we separate fact from hype to examine some of the popular AI-based coding tools and explore what they can (and can't) do well.

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