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Have you heard people say that "all Linux is the same?" Are you unsure how two Linux distributions that share a software base can be different? Let me explain what's going on, and why developers have made so many distros.

The Porsche Taycan delivers jaw-dropping performance, blending EV speed with supercar handling and sleek sports-sedan practicality. Few cars, gas or electric, can match its combination of power, precision, and cutting-edge tech.

Replica consoles are a great way to enjoy retro gaming without dealing with aging consoles that are slowly breaking down. But of course, they're not the real thing, and there are some things to keep in mind when considering them.

If you’re in the market for a new smart TV, it can be overwhelming. There are numerous types of TVs, each with distinct features, operating systems, and specifications that make them different. But there may be a simple and better solution: buying a projector.

When I was in high school, only those in the know used Gmail instead of AOL or Yahoo, and I relished getting an invite to try out Google's approach to email. It’s a different world now, one where I feel like the odd one for not using Gmail. But it’s true—I haven’t used Gmail for years. I’ve found something better, at least for me.

Retro video games are always fun to return to, but what about movies with retro video games? I’m not talking about movies based on video games, though there are some campy exploits in films like Super Mario Bros. and Street Fighter. I’m talking about movies that made video games seem like far more than just a diversion after school.

Football is back! And while that's exciting, the NFL has cut deals with even more streaming services, and trying to watch games this year will be an absolute mess. Here's what you need to know about the 10 different channels or streaming services you'll need to watch the NFL this season.

What happens when you run a Linux command? This simple act can appear straightforward, but many different things can actually occur, depending on whether you’re running an executable program, a shell script, a shell builtin, a user-defined function, or an alias.

2025 is halfway over, and there are still plenty of movies to look forward to. There’s a spiffy new Fantastic Four film, the conclusion to Wicked, and another dose of James Cameron’s Avatar come Christmas. With so much to look forward to, it’s easy to forget the first crop of films from this year.

2025 has been a great year for foldable smartphones. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 shows just how far the technology has developed; Motorola is easing the devices into a more wallet-friendly position; and Huawei's amazing tri-fold Mate XT is pushing them in a whole new direction. Foldables are ready for prime time. All we need now is Apple to join in.

Do you remember being told to make sure you knew who you were really talking to on the internet? We’ve now entered an era where the question of what you’re talking to has become just as relevant.

Despite its clunky name, the Acer Predator XB273K V5 is an excellent monitor with a ton of convenient features. Easy to set up, intuitive to use, and an excellent addition to any gaming rig, and it's not outlandishly expensive either.

Most people think of shows with puppets as being something for younger audiences, but like any art form, puppetry can be used to great effect in any genre aimed at any age. It doesn't happen often, but there have been several shows over the years that either appeal to an adult audience, or appeal to all ages, while using the declining art of puppetry to full effect.

Nostalgia for older TV shows seems to be at an all-time high right now, and there are two ways production companies can capitalize on it—reboots or revivals.

My laptop could not upgrade to Windows 11, so I decided to move to Linux. This was the best decision I ever made for my computers, and I’m hooked on this operating system. Even if you can switch over to Windows 11, you may find that Linux Mint is better.

Ever since the launch of the Apple M1 chip, the company has been relentlessly pushing Mac gaming after it nearly died during the Intel Mac era. It's not always pushing Mac gaming in a direction I agree with, but it is pushing.

You may have heard the term "daemon" concerning Linux. What are they? Are they something to be scared of? These little helper programs are an important part of Linux and will help take care of your systems and run essential services.

Are you wondering if your Chromebook runs Photoshop? Well, to your surprise, it actually does! ChromeOS doesn’t support the desktop version of Photoshop, but Photoshop for Web works great.

I used to love watching movie trailers. Long before we had the internet at home, some of the magazines I bought had a cover disc that included some movie trailers. I watched the trailer for Tomorrow Never Dies over and over again on my PC back in the day, until I finally got to see the movie.

Flat-panel displays have come a long way since they first started to seriously replace CRTs, but those old tube TVs still have serious advantages over the typical flat panels most people own.