Current Issues

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"

Special Edition #47: Linux Shell Handbook, 2023 Edition

Many users will tell you that exploring the command-line environment is the best way to build a deeper understanding of Linux.

The Linux Shell Handbook is a thorough primer on the Bourne Again Shell (Bash) environment found on most Linux systems. You'll learn to navigate, manipulate text, work with regular expressions, customize your Bash settings, and much more!

This new edition of the Linux Shell Handbook is your reference on the world of the terminal window.

Issue #73: Databases

Why databases are moving to the cloud: Cloud databases can be useful in virtually any conceivable deployment scenario, come in SQL and NoSQL flavors, and harmonize well with virtualized and containerized environments.

On the DVD: Manjaro 22.0 Gnome

Special Edition #46: Getting Started with Linux, 2022 Edition

More Powerful, More Secure, More Fun

Welcome to Getting Started with Linux, a single-volume with all you need to install and explore the powerful Linux operating system.

If you're fed up with paying for software, or if you're just curious about what Linux is and how it works, read on for a special guided tour and join the Linux revolution!

On the DVD: openSUSE Leap 15.4

LibreOffice Expert 2022/23

Why pay for an office productivity suite? LibreOffice is totally free, and it runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Dive deep into the world's greatest free office suite and become a LibreOffice expert. This single volume includes tutorials on all the core tools of the LibreOffice suite.

If you’re ready to explore the possibilities, get productive, and dial up the quality of your documents, LibreOffice Expert will serve as your guide

On the DVD: LibreOffice 7.3.5

Special Edition #45: Cool Linux Hacks, 2022 Edition

This Linux Magazine Special Edition promises you "Cool Linux Hacks," and we'll certainly deliver. But what exactly is a "hack"? In today's world where Windows is the dominant desktop operating system, the decision to use Linux is the first and most important hack.