Discover 100 outstanding free and open source Linux GUI applications for productivity, creativity, multimedia, development, and more.
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AI Companies Owe Open Source More Than a Thank You
AI companies profit from open-source code. They should give more back through funding, transparency and support for maintainers.
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6 Best Free and Open Source Command-Line Log Filters, Highlighters and Watchers
Command-line log filters, highlighters and watchers make logs easier to read, search and monitor for developers and system administrators.
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BOSGAME VTA-439 Mini PC Running Linux: Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
BOSGAME VTA-439 runs Deus Ex: Mankind Divided on CachyOS. See Radeon 890M 1080p benchmarks and comparisons with Windows 11.
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6 Best Free and Open Source Molecular Dynamics and Simulation Tools
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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rulc – terminal calculator with mathematical plotting
rulc is a terminal calculator with interactive expressions, custom functions, mathematical plotting, intersections and scripting.
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edamame – terminal Markdown editor with live rendering
edamame is a terminal Markdown editor with rendered editing, interactive tables, search, Vim commands, themes and HTML export.
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3 Best Free and Open Source Scientific Workflow and Job Management Tools
Discover free and open source tools for scientific workflows, computational job management, simulation automation and research computing.
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Warpgate – transparent bastion for secure infrastructure access
Warpgate secures SSH, database and desktop access with a transparent bastion, session recordings, browser clients and two-factor login.
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Moonlight Qt – stream games and applications from another computer
Moonlight Qt streams games and applications from a Sunshine host to Linux with hardware decoding, HDR, surround sound and gamepad support.
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ZacOS 9 – Debian-based Linux distribution inspired by classic Mac OS
ZacOS 9 is a Debian-based Linux distribution that recreates the classic Mac OS desktop, with custom controls, file management and emulation.
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25 Best Free and Open Source Audio Analyzers
This article examines audio analyzers. This type of software lets you visualize audio spectrum for real-time signals. Some of the programs also lets you analyze amplitude and phase spectrum as well.
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Mitos – modal terminal text editor based on Helix
Mitos is a modal terminal text editor based on Helix, offering multiple selections, syntax awareness, language servers and debugging.
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16 Best Free and Open Source Linux Fractal Tools
Fractals are rooted in chaos theory, and because of their nature they are perfect for organic looking artwork and landscapes. We recommend the best Linux fractal tools.
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AuthPass – KeePass-compatible password manager
AuthPass is a KeePass-compatible password manager with KDBX support, TOTP codes, cloud sync, password generation and cross-platform apps.
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6 Best Free and Open Source Matrix Servers
Matrix is an open standard for interoperable, decentralised, real-time communication over IP. We pick the finest Matrix servers.
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HPN-SSH – high-performance SSH implementation
HPN-SSH speeds up SSH connections and large file transfers using adaptive buffering, parallel ciphers and resumable copies on Linux.
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Bridge – PipeWire crossfade mixer and audio router
Bridge is a graphical PipeWire crossfade mixer with two virtual outputs, persistent routing rules, output presets and global shortcuts.
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volctl – per-application volume control and OSD
volctl is a Linux tray mixer for controlling master and per-application volume, with mute controls, VU meters, mouse-wheel support and OSD.
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Proton Pass – end-to-end encrypted password manager
Proton Pass is an encrypted password manager with offline access, passkeys, aliases, vault sharing, TOTP codes and breach monitoring.
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Password Manager – simple Qt password manager
Password Manager is a desktop application for storing credentials in encrypted local files.
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14 Best Free and Open Source Linux Document Management Systems
Here’s our updated verdict.
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SnapOS – NixOS-based Linux distribution with familiar commands
SnapOS is a NixOS-based Linux distribution with familiar package commands, declarative configuration, automatic rollback and four desktops.
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9 Best Free and Open Source Web-Based Email Clients
Email clients offer a variety of features. Many email clients offer a slew of features, some stick with just the basics.
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