I tested nine Linux desktop environments to find out which ones offer the best balance of features, customization, ...

Not all Linux desktop environments are created equal. Some desktops are better suited for skilled Linux users. There are some desktops that make new users feel right at home. One aspect of Linux that ...

I've spent decades testing nearly every Linux desktop. Which one should you try today? I've narrowed your options down to five. One of the best things about Linux (besides its reliability, security, ...

If you miss the early days of Linux, when you were the one who decided what was installed on your OS, Fedora has a treat for you.

Simon is a Computer Science BSc graduate who has been writing about technology since 2014, and using Windows machines since 3.1. After working for an indie game studio and acting as the family's go-to ...

KDE Plasma 6.8 was officially released on October 14, 2026, but availability through Linux distributions depends on their individual packaging and testing schedules. KDE publishes the upstream source ...

Work on the KDE desktop environment began 30 years ago. The team is celebrating the anniversary with parties, a major ...

Jeff's been involved in the IT industry since before the Internet and spent more than 20 years working in technical support, system administration, network administration, and consulting roles. He ...

Linux is poised for growth as an enterprise workstation option in 2026. With the end of Windows 10 and the continued development of modern, user-friendly desktop environments, the OS is increasingly ...