5 Systems To Use For Data Backup, Recovery and Erasure Table of Contents:Linux Distributions for Disk Recovery and Cloning1. SystemRescueWhen to choose SystemRescue?2. Parted MagicWhen to choose Parted Magic?3. GParted LiveWhen to choose GParted Live?4. CloneZillaWhen to choose CloneZilla?5. RescueZillaWhen to choose RescueZilla?Conclusion Drives of all types fail sometimes. That’s why it’s important to have regular backups and data snapshots so that recovery remains possible. […] March 16, 2024March 19, 2024
OnlyOffice 8.0 and the Dream of a Microsoft Office Alternative Table of Contents:Microsoft Office Compatibility TestDocuments Reading & SavingReading DocumentsSaving DocumentsPresentations Reading & SavingReading PresentationsSaving PresentationsSpreadsheets Reading & SavingReading SpreadsheetsSaving SpreadsheetsInteresting Features in OnlyOffice 8.0Conclusion OnlyOffice is an open source office suite licensed under the AGPL 3.0 license, and works on Windows and Linux systems. It features editor programs for documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Version […] February 24, 2024February 24, 2024
We Now Have a Forum I started FOSS Post around 8 years ago in the hope of creating an independent online publication that covers untouched aspects of the open source world. Today, with millions of pageviews since its establishment and thousands of followers, I am very pleased to welcome all of you to our forums: outpost.fosspost.org Kindly read the detailed […] February 20, 2024February 20, 2024
How To Install & Use QEMU To Virtually Set up Operating Systems QEMU is a virtualization technology emulator that allows you to run operating systems and Linux distributions easily on your current system. It is like VMware or VirtualBox, but it is also free and open source, and uses open technologies to make virtualization possible. You can use it to emulate running any operating system you want […] February 14, 2024February 17, 2024
7 Methods to Get Linux Apps and Software Table of Contents:Sources of Linux Apps1. Official Linux Distribution Repositories2. Official Repositories of App Developers3. Unofficial community repositories4. Flatpak Apps5. Snaps6. AppImages7. Additional Software Installation MethodsConclusion The Linux ecosystem is more grown and mature today than ever before. We have tons of Linux apps which are useful for users in all different categories and for […] January 27, 2024February 13, 2024
How to Install Firefox as a DEB Package on Ubuntu and Debian Table of Contents:Step 1: Add Mozilla Keys and RepositoryStep 2: Adjust Repository Priority vs SnapStep 3: Install Firefox as a DEB Package on Ubuntu/DebianStep 4: Import Your Data from Firefox SnapStep 5: Remove the Firefox Snap in Ubuntu The most notable change you’ll notice in Ubuntu 22.04+ is that the Firefox browser is no longer […] January 23, 2024January 23, 2024
Top 10 Open Source Digital Twin Platforms Table of Contents:Why Not Use Proprietary Digital Twin Software?Open Source Digital Twin Software & Tools1. Eclipse Ditto2. Eclipse BaSyx3. Eclipse AASX Package Explorer4. Eclipse Semantic Modeling Framework5. NOVA Asset Administration Shell6. iTwin.js7. DTCC Platform8. TerriaJS9. INTO-CPS10. CPS TwinningComparative Study on Open Source Digital Twin PlatformsConclusion Digital twin platforms are specialized software that allow the digitalization […] January 20, 2024January 20, 2024
The Best Linux Distribution of 2023 was… The Linux Desktop We are here today to reflect on what Linux distributions released in 2023 were the finest as a Linux desktop driver for the average Joe. Previously, we have nominated the following Linux distributions to fill this position: Today, we are happy to announce that the 2023 winner of that title, according to our humble view, […] January 4, 2024January 4, 2024
8 Places to Get Open Source Images Table of Contents:Open Source Images Websites & Services1. Unsplash2. StockSnap3. Pixabay4. Pexels5. Flickr’s Search6. Public Domain Pictures7. ISO Republic8. Burst by ShopifyConclusion Pretty much any image you see on the Internet can be subject to copyrights. Copyrights mean that you are not allowed to use, redistribute, share or modify the image in any commercial or […] January 1, 2024January 23, 2024
Google Slows Down Firefox Users When Watching YouTube If you are using the open source Firefox web browser to browse YouTube and watch its videos, then you might have noticed that there is an artificial delay that was added recently whenever you try to watch a video. Don’t worry, it’s not an issue in your machine nor a slowdown in your Internet connection. […] November 20, 2023November 20, 2023
Things To Do After Installing Fedora 39 Table of Contents:15 Things to Do After Installing Fedora 391. Run a System Update2. Enable RPM Fusion3. Install Fedy4. Get Important Firefox Addons5. Install Steam6. Install VLC To Play Multimedia Files7. Install GNOME Tweaks8. Restore Minimize and Maximize Window Buttons9. Get Better Font Hinting & Antialiasing10. Customize GNOME Shell11. Change GNOME Text Editor Font12. Setup […] November 19, 2023November 19, 2023
Bypass YouTube Anti-Adblock With FreeTube Table of Contents:FreeTube: Open Source YouTube Client for DesktopA Better Alternative to YouTubeYouTube Without Ads: Bypass Anti-AdblockSponsorBlock Integration to Block In-video AdsSubscribe to YouTube Channels Without an AccountMany Options for Enhancing User ExperianceConclusion Recently, YouTube has started its crackdown on anti-adblock software and plugins for users using them on their platform. They now want you […] November 6, 2023November 6, 2023
What are the VPN apps with Linux support? Table of Contents:1. MullvadVPN2. ProtonVPN3. NordVPN4. ExpressVPN5. PureVPNConclusion There are many VPN providers out there in the market which can have different features, pros and cons. But perhaps the most important one for any Linux user: Does it have a Linux client? This is a quick list of VPN providers – whether open source or […] October 18, 2023October 18, 2023
Cinnamon Desktop: 7 Features That Make it Remarkable Table of Contents:History of Cinnamon DesktopHow to Install Cinnamon DesktopHow to Install Cinnamon Desktop on Ubuntu/DebianHow to Install Cinnamon Desktop on FedoraHow to Install Cinnamon Desktop on Arch LinuxHow to Install Cinnamon Desktop on Other Linux DistributionsCinnamon Desktop Features1. Traditional Layout2. Quickly Installable Themes, Applets & Extensions3. Advanced Cinnamon Settings for Everything4. Cinnamon 2D/Software Rendering […] October 1, 2023January 19, 2024