Origami Linux was conceived in 2021, which makes it relatively new for an operating system. The goal behind this distribution was to create something beautiful and secure. To achieve that, the ...

System76 continues to polish its in-house Linux desktop environment, COSMIC, with a new visual update that significantly improves window clarity and UI consistency. The latest changes introduce window ...

Linux gaming has matured spectacularly, and in 2026, there truly is a distro tailored to nearly every style of player, from casual gamers to competitive desktop warriors. These top gaming distros ...

Face unlock for Linux, like Windows Hello™. Any webcam works; IR recommended for best results. LinuxCamPAM provides seamless face unlock for Linux sudo, login, and login/lock screens (GDM, SDDM, ...

Q4OS is a great way to test the Linux OS. A special Windows installer makes things easy. You can install and use Q4OS for free. Over the years, I've claimed so many ...

When shopping for a new laptop, there are several factors to consider. You obviously need to check whether the specifications will meet your needs and whether the price fits your budget (check out ...

From lithe ultraportables to power machines, CES 2026 was packed with laptops worth checking out. We tried out dozens at the show—these eight rose to the top. After starting my career at PCMag as an ...

Linux diary, chapter one: winging it. Linux diary, chapter one: winging it. is a senior reviews editor who’s been testing tech since 2007. Previously at Wirecutter and Maximum PC. Current fixations: ...