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Aircrack-ng: Complete guide for the audit of Wi-Fi networks in Linux

Find out what Aircrack-ng is, how to install it and use it in Linux to assess the safety of your wireless networks.

Polybar: The highly customizable status bar for Linux

This article shows how to install, configure and customize Polybar, the highly flexible status bar for Linux, from basic to advanced scripts and custom themes.

RetroArch in Linux: the ultimate guide to reliving classics

Find out how to install, configure and make the most of RetroArch in your Linux distribution, from cores to shakers and network.

Full CUPS Guide: Setting, using and troubleshooting in Linux

Learn to install, configure and manage the CUPS printing system in Linux distributions, with practical steps and tips of troubleshooting.

Mousepad: the light but powerful text editor for Linux users

Find out how Mousepad combines simplicity and functionality to improve your workflow in any Linux distribution.

Leafpad: the light text editor for Linux that is still worth knowing

Leafpad is a light text editor based on GTK + that offers a simple and low resource consumption interface, ideal for Linux environments with limited hardware or for fast editing tasks.

Gedit: the simple but powerful text editor for Linux

Find out how Gedit combines simplicity and functionality to improve your Linux workflow.

Kate: the powerful text editor for Linux that every developer should know

Find out why Kate has become one of the most versatile and productive options for editing code and text in Linux environments.

Kompare: the visual comparison tool for Linux users

Find out how Kompare facilitates the comparison of files and directories in Linux environments, integrating with KDE and offering an intuitive interface for developers and administrators.

KDiff3: The ultimate tool to compare and merge files in Linux

KDiff3 is an open source tool that allows you to compare and merge files and directories in Linux, easily integrating with version control systems like Git.

Linux Enpass: Secure and Multiplatform Password Management

Find out how to install and configure Enpass in your Linux distribution to protect your passwords with end-to-end encryption and flexible synchronization.

Linux KeePass: Complete Guide to safely manage your passwords

Learn to install, configure and use KeePass in any Linux distribution to protect your credentials with strong encryption and advanced options.

Seahorse: Linux key and password management with graphical interface

Seahorse is a GNOME graphic tool to manage GPG, SSH and Linux passwords, offering an intuitive interface to improve system security.

Veracrypt in Linux: Complete Guide to Encrypt Your Data

Learn to install, configure and use VeraCrypt in Linux to protect your information with military degree encryption.

Bitwarden in Linux: Complete Guide to safely manage your passwords

Find out how to install, configure and use Bitwarden in Linux distributions to protect your open source credentials and multiplatform synchronization.

KeepassXC in Linux: Complete Guide to safely manage your passwords

Learn to install, configure and use KeepassXC in any Linux distribution to protect your passwords with military-grade encryption and secure browser extensions.

Full GnuPG (GPG) guide in Linux: encryption, signatures and key management

Learn to install, use and manage GnuPG in Linux to encode, sign and protect your data safely.

ClamAV: Complete Guide to Protect Your Linux System from malware

Find out how to install, configure and use ClamAV in Linux distributions to effectively detect and remove threats.

Rkhunter: Complete Guide to Detect Rootkits in Linux

Learn what Rkhunter is, how it works and how to install it and configure it on your Linux server to improve security against rootkits and hidden threats.

Chkrootkit: detection of rootkits in Linux systems

Chkrootkit is an open source tool that allows you to detect the presence of rootkits in Linux systems through a series of automated tests.

Lynis: the essential tool for Linux security audits

Find out how Lynis helps you evaluate and strengthen the security of your Linux systems through automatic audits and practical recommendations.

Nikto: Essential web vulnerabilities scanner for Linux administrators

Nikto is an open source scanner that allows you to detect vulnerabilities in web servers from Linux systems. This guide covers your installation, basic use and good practice for administrators.

How to use OWASP ZAP in Linux for web security tests

Learn to install, configure and run OWASP ZAP in Linux distributions to perform penetration tests and improve the security of your web applications.

How to use Burp Suite in Linux for web penetration tests

Learn to install, configure and use Burp Suite in Linux distributions to perform effective web penetration tests, from proxy to Intruder and Repeater.

Hydra in Linux: Complete Guide to Password Audits

Find out how to install, configure and use Hydra in Linux systems to perform brute force tests ethically and effectively.

John the Ripper: the Swiss password audit knife in Linux

Find out how John the Ripper becomes an essential tool to test password security in Linux systems, from its installation to advanced cracking techniques.

How to protect your Linux server with Fail2ban

Fail2ban is an essential tool to block brute force attacks on Linux servers by monitoring logs and automatic offensive IP blocking.

Firewall: Complete Guide to Managing the Linux Firewall

Learn what firewall is, how to install it, manage areas and services, create custom rules and automate its configuration in Linux systems.

UFW: Complete guide to set up the simple firewall in Linux

Learn to install, configure and manage UFW, the uncomplicated Linux firewall, with practical examples and best practices.

Complete iptable guide: foundations, syntax and practical examples

Learn how iptables work, its board and chain structure, and how to create effective rules to protect your Linux server.

Wicd: The light and versatile network manager for Linux systems

Find out how Wicd simplifies the management of wired and wireless connections in Linux, offering a light alternative to NetworkManager.

NetworkManager: Modern Network Management in Linux

Find out how NetworkManager simplifies the configuration and management of Linux networks, from the command line to graphic interfaces, and learn to solve the most common problems.

JACK Audio Connection Kit: Complete Guide to Linux Audio Production

Find out how JACK allows you to connect real-time audio applications with low latency in Linux systems, ideal for musicians and producers.

Understanding ALSA: The core of the sound in Linux

Find out how ALSA works, its architecture and how to configure it to get the best audio performance on your Linux system.

Understanding PulseAudio: Setting, troubleshooting and optimization in Linux

Learn what PulseAudio is, how to configure it and solve the most common problems in Linux distributions.

PipeWire: The unified future of audio and video in Linux

PipeWire is transforming Linux multimedia management by unifying audio and video into a single server with low latency and high compatibility.

Wayland: The future of the Linux graphics server

Wayland is replacing X11 as the default graphics server in Linux, offering less latency, more security and better support for modern hardware.

Understanding Xorg: The Display Server That Still Supports the Linux Desktop

Find out what Xorg is, how its architecture works and why it remains relevant in many Linux systems despite the Wayland boom.

Understanding Xinit: Initiating the X server in Linux manually

Learn what xinit is, how it works and how to use it to launch custom X sessions on Linux systems.

Exploring LY: The new tool that enhances your Linux workflow

Find out what LY is, how it is installed in the main distributions and why it is becoming an essential ally for Linux administrators and developers.

SDDM: The modern Linux display manager

Find out what SDDM is, how it is installed and configured in Linux distributions, and why it is an attractive option for modern desktop environments.

GDM: Everything you need to know about the GNOME Screen Manager

Find out what GDM is, how to install it, configure it and customize it in your Linux distribution, as well as solve the most common problems.

LightDM: the Linux light screen manager

LightDM is a light and highly configurable screen manager that improves the boot of your Linux system while allowing you to customize the login screen.

Compencil: The window manager who gave life to the Linux desktop

Find out how Compésica revolutionized the Linux desktop experience with its visual effects and its plugin-based architecture.

Mutter: The window manager that drives GNOME

Discover how Mutter, the GNOME window manager, combines performance and modernity to offer a smooth and customizable desktop experience.

KWin: the KDE Plasma window manager

KWin is the default window manager of KDE Plasma, combining advanced visual effects, Wayland support and a wide customization capacity using scripts.

Understanding Xfwm4: The XFCE light window manager

Find out how Xfwm4 improves productivity in Linux desks with its configuration and low resource consumption.

Complete bspwm guide: the tiling window manager for Linux

Find out how to install, configure and make the most of bspwm, the lightweight and highly customizable tiling window manager for Linux.

Fluxbox: the light and highly configurable window manager for Linux

Find out why Fluxbox remains a popular option among Linux users looking for extreme performance and customization.

Openbox: the light and highly configurable window manager for Linux

Openbox is a light and highly configurable Linux window manager that allows you to create a custom desktop with low resource consumption.

AwesomeWM: Complete guide to customize your Linux desktop

Find out how to install, configure and customize AwesomeWM, the highly configurable Lua-based tiling window manager, to create an efficient and custom Linux desktop.

Understanding the iwm controller in Linux: installation, configuration and problem resolution

Find out how the iwm driver works for Wi-Fi Intel devices in Linux, how to install it and solve the most common problems.

Sway's complete guide: the Wayland composer inspired by i3

Learn what Sway is, how to install it, configure it and make the most of it in your Wayland environment.

Waybar: The highly configurable status bar for Wayland environments

Discover how to install, configure and customize Waybar, the modular and light status bar for Wayland environments like Sway or Hyprland.

Nemo: the powerful and elegant file manager for Linux

Find out how Nemo, the default file manager of Cinnamon, improves your productivity with advanced customization, preview and desktop integration functions.

Box: the powerful and light file manager of the MATE environment

Find out how Box, the MATE file manager, combines simplicity and power to improve your Linux workflow.

PCManFM: the light and powerful file manager for Linux

Discover PCManFM, LXDE / LXQt's light and fast file manager, its features, installation and why it is ideal for low-resource environments.

Dolphin: the powerful and customizable KDE file manager for Linux

Find out how Dolphin, the KDE Plasma file manager, combines power, customization and cloud integration to improve your Linux productivity.

Nautilus: the final file manager for GNOME and how to make the most of it

Find out what Nautilus is, its most useful functions and tricks to improve your Linux workflow.

Thunar: the lightweight and powerful file manager for Linux desks

Find out how Thunar combines speed, low resource consumption and a wide range of plugins to improve your Linux file management experience.

Linux Hyper Terminal: Installation, features and customization

Find out how to install and configure Hyper, the modern web-based terminal, to improve your Linux workflow.

How to use MegaSync in Linux: full step-by-step guide

Learn to install, configure and use MegaSync in your Linux distribution to keep your files synchronized and secure in the cloud.

Insync: the ultimate solution for synchronizing Google Drive in Linux

Find out how Insync allows a smooth and secure synchronization of Google Drive in any Linux distribution, improving your productivity without complications.

How to install and use Dropbox in Linux: Step by Step Guide

Learn to install, configure and make the most of Dropbox in your favorite Linux distribution.

OwCloud Desktop in Linux: Synchronize your files safely and easily

Find out how to install and configure OwCloud Desktop in Linux distributions to keep your data always synchronized and under your control.

Nextcloud Desktop complete guide: installation, use and tricks

Learn to install, configure and make the most of Nextcloud Desktop, the synchronization client that brings your private cloud to Windows, macOS and Linux.

How to use Slack in Linux: Complete Guide for Development Teams

Learn to install, configure and make the most of Slack in Linux distributions, with productivity tips and better integration for developers.

How to use Skype in Linux: Full Guide 2025

Learn to install, configure and make the most of Skype in your favorite Linux distribution.

How to install and optimize Zoom in Linux: step by step guide

Learn to install, configure and optimize Zoom in any Linux distribution to enjoy smooth and secure video conferencing.

How to install and configure TeamSpeak in Linux: step-by-step guide

Learn to install, configure and optimize TeamSpeak in your Linux distribution to enjoy low latency and secure voice communications.

How to install and configure the Matrix (Synapse) server in Linux

Learn to install and configure the Matrix (Synapse) server in Linux, with NGINX as a proxy inverse and the Element client for secure and decentralized communications.

Linux Signal: Installation, use and best privacy practices

Learn to install and configure Signal Desktop in your Linux distribution, taking advantage of your end-to-end encryption and privacy functions.

WeeChat: the powerful and customizable IRC client for Linux

Find out how to install, configure and make the most of WeeChat, the lightweight and highly customizable IRC client for Linux, with scripting tricks and notifications.

MyPaint in Linux: Complete Guide for Digital Artists

Find out how to install, configure and make the most of MyPaint in your Linux distribution, with tricks and resources to improve your creative workflow.

Krita in Linux: Complete Guide for Digital Artists

Find out how to install, configure and make the most of Krita in any Linux distribution, from basic tools to advanced workflows with graphic tablets.

Audiveris: Optical recognition of Linux scores

Find out how Audiveris allows you to convert print scores in digital format using Linux, an essential tool for musicians and music software developers.

Steam in Linux: Complete guide for free software players and enthusiasts

Find out how to install, configure and make the most of Steam in your Linux distribution, with performance tricks and the best titles available.

PlayOnLinux: Run Windows apps in Linux in a simple way

Find out how PlayOnLinux simplifies the installation and execution of Windows programs in Linux systems, ideal for users who need easy compatibility.

Lutris: The ultimate platform to play in Linux

Find out how Lutris simplifies the installation and management of Linux games, from native titles to Windows titles through Wine and other runners.

Proton: The compatibility layer that brings Windows games to Linux

Find out how Proton allows you to play Windows titles in Linux, its operation, advantages, limitations and how to make the most of it.

Wine in Linux: How to run Windows applications without a virtual machine

Find out what Wine is, how to install it and configure it in Linux to run Windows applications without virtual machines, with performance tricks and problem solving.

Samba in Linux: Complete Guide to Network File Sharing

Learn to install, configure and secure Samba in Linux to share files and printers efficiently in mixed networks.

Complete Nano Guide: the light text editor for Linux

Discover everything you need to know about Nano, the simple and powerful text editor for Linux, from installation to advanced shortcuts.

Full NFS Guide to Linux: concepts, installation and best practices

Learn what NFS is, how it works in Linux environments and the steps to configure it safely and efficiently.

Wget: The essential tool for downloading files in Linux

Learn to use Wget, the powerful command line utility to download complete files and websites on Linux systems.

Domina Curl in Linux: From the basics to advanced tricks

Learn to use the Curl tool in Linux systems to transfer data, test APIs and automate tasks with practical examples.

Rsync complete guide: efficient file synchronization in Linux

Learn how to use Rsync to quickly and safely synchronize and back up files on Linux systems.

Synaptic: the Debian System Graphic Package Manager

Find out what Synaptic is, how to install it and use it to manage packages in Debian systems and their derivatives with a powerful and detailed graphical interface.

BTop: The modern resource monitor for Linux

Discover BTop, a light and visually attractive alternative to top and htop to monitor the performance of your Linux system in real time.

HTop: The Definitive Tool to Monitor Your Linux System

HTop transforms process visualization into Linux with an interactive and colorful interface that facilitates performance diagnosis.

Full GNU Screen Guide: Linux Terminal Multiplexer

Learn what GNU Screen is, how to install it and use its basic commands to improve your productivity in the Linux terminal.

Tmux: Multiplexa your terminal and improve your productivity in Linux

Find out how Tmux allows you to create sessions, windows and panels to work more efficiently on the Linux command line.

Discovering Fish Shell: The Linux friendly terminal

Fish Shell improves the command line experience with intelligent self-completed, colorful syntax and simple configuration.

Zsh: Power your Linux terminal

Find out how Zsh improves your Linux terminal experience with smart self-completed, customizable themes and a plugin ecosystem that enhances your productivity.

MPlayer: The versatile multimedia player of Linux

Find out why MPlayer is still a powerful option to play almost any Linux format.

Full guide to using mpv in Linux: advanced reproduction and customization

Find out how to install, configure and make the most of mpv, the light and powerful Linux multimedia player, with command line tricks and scripts.

Audacious: the light and customizable audio player for Linux

Audacious is an open source audio player for Linux that stands out for its low resource consumption, its classic Winamp-inspired interface and its wide customization capacity through plugins and skins.

OBS Studio in Linux: A complete guide to recording and transmitting as a professional

Find out how to install, configure and optimize OBS Studio in Linux to record and transmit video with professional quality.

How to install and optimize Plx Media Server in Linux: Complete Guide for Advanced Users

Learn to install, configure and optimize Plx Media Server in Linux, from previous requirements to common problem solution and performance adjustment for seamless transmission.

How to install and configure Kodi in Linux: Complete Guide to turning your PC into a multimedia center

Learn to install Kodi in the main Linux distributions, configure it and make the most of it as a multimedia center in your home.