Molecular dynamics and simulation tools model atomic interactions, molecular behaviour and material properties for scientific research.
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10 Best Free and Open Source Terminal Log Viewers
Log files are often the first place to look when something goes wrong on a Linux system. We pick our favourite terminal-based tools.
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I Use Linux. I’m Tired of Making Excuses for It.
Linux desktop frustrations persist, from missing apps to gaming restrictions. Five problems we should stop dismissing or excusing.
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BOSGAME VTA-439 Mini PC Running Linux: The Callisto Protocol
The Callisto Protocol tested on the BOSGAME VTA-439 under CachyOS, with Radeon 890M benchmarks and comparisons with Windows 11.
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Defuse – remove image backgrounds locally
My Defuse review explores this Linux background removal app on CachyOS, covering installation, local processing and ease of use.
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Meet ONLYOFFICE Docs 10.0: new AI tools, modular apps, better PDF editing and security updates
ONLYOFFICE Docs 10.0 adds context-aware AI tools, improved PDF editing, modular apps, security fixes and updated Linux desktop editors.
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BOSGAME VTA-439 Mini PC Running Linux: Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands
Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands on the BOSGAME VTA-439 under CachyOS, testing Radeon 890M performance at 1080p across five quality presets.
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LinuxLinks Is Changing – A Fresh Look and Updated Content
Discover what’s changing and share your feedback.
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Linux Will Never Succeed on the Desktop Until It Stops Expecting Users to Be Experts
Linux can be easy to use, yet newcomers are still expected to master terminal commands. Is the desktop held back by its own community?
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Best Free and Open Source Software: September 2026 Updates
September 2026 updates to the largest compilation of recommended free and open source software available for Linux.
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LinuxLinks Policy on AI-Heavy Software Projects
We explain why AI-heavy open source projects rarely feature on LinuxLinks and the standards software must meet before we recommend it.
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gh-stack – GitHub CLI extension for stacked pull requests
gh-stack is a GitHub CLI extension for managing stacked branches and pull requests, with tools for submitting, rebasing and navigation.
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Matras – native Mattermost client for GNOME
Matras is a native GNOME Mattermost client with threaded messaging, channel management, notifications, search and integrated calls.
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Skorpion OS – Debian-based Linux distribution with local AI
Skorpion OS is a Debian-based Linux distribution with local AI powered by Ollama, Cinnamon and i3 desktops, and privacy-focused tools.
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14 Best Free and Open Source Terminal-Based Bibliography Tools
Bibliographic software (also known as citation software or reference managers) plays a very important role in research.
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Par Fractal – GPU-accelerated 2D and 3D fractal renderer
Par Fractal is a GPU-accelerated Rust fractal renderer with 2D and 3D views, deep zooming, effects, presets and video capture.
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lazyftp – keyboard-driven terminal FTP client
lazyftp is a keyboard-driven terminal FTP, FTPS and SFTP client with dual-pane browsing, background transfers and saved connections.
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hyprsunset – blue light filter for Hyprland
hyprsunset adjusts colour temperature and gamma in Hyprland, with scheduled profiles, manual controls and automatic profile switching.
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11 Best Free and Open Source Image Upscaling Tools
Image upscaling brings the power of AI upscaling to your fingertips, allowing you to turn low-resolution images into high-quality outputs.
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git-spice – manage stacked Git branches
git-spice manages stacked Git branches, helping developers organise dependent changes, submit pull requests, sync and restack work.
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39 Best Free and Open Source Wallpaper Setters
Do you find your Linux desktop background rather mundane but have problems in finding attractive wallpapers?
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TLPUI – GTK interface for configuring TLP
TLPUI provides a GTK interface for configuring TLP, showing available settings, changes and diagnostic information in one place.
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PicoDAV – lightweight PHP WebDAV server
PicoDAV is a lightweight PHP WebDAV server with browser file management, password-protected access and directory-level permissions.
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CrossPaste – cross-device clipboard sharing with encryption and local storage
CrossPaste is a free and open source cross-device clipboard manager with encrypted local sharing, clipboard history, OCR and file support.
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wluma – automatic screen brightness adjustment for Wayland
wluma automatically adjusts brightness using ambient light and screen content on Wayland, learning preferences with multi-monitor support.
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Door Knocker – check xdg-desktop-portal availability
Door Knocker provides a simple graphical view of xdg-desktop-portal interfaces so you can see which portals are available.
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AegisBPF – eBPF runtime security and policy enforcement agent
AegisBPF enforces Linux file and network policies using eBPF LSM hooks, with audit logging, Prometheus metrics and Kubernetes support.
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ErgenOS – Arch-based Linux distribution focused on gaming and recovery
ErgenOS is an Arch Linux-based distribution with GNOME, a graphical installer, Btrfs snapshot recovery and optional gaming tools.
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RyzenAdj – adjust power management settings for Ryzen APUs
RyzenAdj is a command-line utility for adjusting Ryzen APU power, thermal, current and clock limits from Linux and Windows.
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