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How to use Threads on desktop in Windows, Mac, Linux, and ChromeOS

Skanda Hazarika — Sun, 17 Sep 2023 10:30:25 GMT

Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably heard of Threads by now. Meta’s latest social media app is unapologetically a Twitter (or X) competitor, and it's deeply interconnected with Instagram to create an amalgamation of the two. However, access to Threads was only possible through its official iOS and Android apps when it launched. There was no proper web interface at the beginning, although you could directly go to a user's profile.

How to install Chrome on Ubuntu

Arif Bacchus — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 22:01:27 GMT

Ubuntu is one of the most widely used Linux distributions offering a fancy graphical user interface that Windows and macOS users are sure to enjoy. On the other hand, Google Chrome is one of the most widely used web browsers. So, if you want to use Google Chrome on an Ubuntu laptop or any other Ubuntu machine in place of the default and pre-installed Firefox web browser, you can. There are two ways you can install it. You can enjoy a manual download with the default Firefox web browser, similar to how you might use Edge to do this on Windows, or you can install it using the Terminal.

How to run Steam on Linux

Matthew Connatser — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 18:00:01 GMT

For many years, Valve has been focused on making Linux a great operating system for Steam, and suffice to say, it's managed to succeed. It's the default operating system for the Steam Deck, and it can easily run non-native games with the Proton compatibility layer. But you can also get Steam on your Linux PC. However, while Steam can easily be installed on some Linux distros, the process is more obscure on others.

How to run Linux apps on a Chromebook

Arif Bacchus — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 20:00:40 GMT

Linux is used by many people across the world as an alternative to Windows and even macOS.There are a lot of great laptops that can run Linux, but what if you have a Chromebook or want to buy a great Chromebook to run Linux instead? Well, though it is possible to replace ChromeOS with Linux entirely on a Chromebook, the best way to set up and run Linux on a Chromebook is through ChromeOS itself. Google has integrated a Linux environment that runs in a virtual container on top of ChromeOS.

How to turn an old PC into a NAS

Adam Conway — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 18:00:25 GMT

If you have an old PC lying around, you may be wondering what to do with it. You could turn it into a stream PC, you could give it to a family or friend... or you could turn it into a NAS. NAS stands for Network Attached Storage, but it's a little bit of a misnomer for devices like these. It's not just storage, and can actually do a whole lot more as well. I took my old gaming PC and turned it into a NAS, and it was surprisingly easy to do. Even better is that you can do it, too.

Can I play Minecraft on a Chromebook? Which Editions work?

Jules Wang — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:00:18 GMT

Mojang's Minecraft is the quintessential example of a game that is greater than the sum of its parts. It's not just about mining and crafting, but about exploring and building a world as you see fit. But before you get to all the creativity, the adventuring, and the friends you'll make along the way (we're serious here), you have to install the game. If you own a Chromebook, here's how to do just that.

How to install ADB on Windows, macOS, and Linux

Skanda Hazarika — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 20:01:19 GMT

Several features of the Android operating system can be accessed only through paths and methods that are hidden away from the average user. These have generally been done with the help of some command line Android Debug Bridge (ADB) commands, a tool that Google offers for developers to debug various parts of their applications or the system, but which we can use for all kinds of neat and hidden tricks. A prerequisite to these tricks is installing ADB on your computer. So, in this guide, we will show you how to install ADB on Windows, macOS, and Linux in quick and easy-to-follow steps.

How to dual-boot Windows 11 and Linux on your PC

João Carrasqueira — Sat, 08 Apr 2023 20:00:17 GMT

Windows 11 is now widely available to all kinds of PCs, and it packs a lot of improvements from previous releases. There's a new design language that looks a lot prettier, Teams integration, a Widgets panel, and with the update to Windows 11 version 22H2, there are even more upgrades, like new touch gestures, a modernized Task Manager, and so on. But as good as it may be, Windows 11 isn't for everyone. What if you prefer Linux or need it for certain tasks? In this guide, we'll show how you to set up your PC so you can dual-boot into either Linux or Windows 11 whenever you want.

Can the Mac Studio run Linux? Yes, but not natively

João Carrasqueira — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:17 GMT

Apple's powerful desktop workstation, the Mac Studio, is very tempting. Thanks to the Apple M1 Ultra processor, the Mac Studio is still the fastest Mac on the market, even competing with the "cheese grater" Mac Pro. Out of the box, the Mac Studio will run macOS Ventura, but what if you want to leverage that power in a different OS? If you're wondering whether you can run Linux on the Mac Studio, we have good and bad news.

How to back up and restore a Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) distro

Richard Devine — Sun, 12 Feb 2023 13:00:16 GMT

Taking regular backups of your computer is a smart thing to do. Whether you use Windows, Mac, Linux, or Chrome OS, you can never be too careful. The same applies to the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) which runs on top of but is somewhat independent of Windows.

Can the MacBook Pro 13 (2022) run Linux?

Richard Devine — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 22:30:16 GMT

Alongside the all-new MacBook Air, Apple debuted a refresh to the MacBook Pro 13 at WWDC 2022. Unlike the MacBook Air, the newest MacBook Pro 13 didn't receive an updated design, it merely has some juiced-up internals, including the brand-new Apple M2 chip.

How to setup and install WSL 2 on Windows 10 and 11

Richard Devine — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 19:30:17 GMT

In case you hadn't heard, Microsoft loves Linux. That phrase draws its skeptics but then we saw Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and started to see the truth in it. WSL 2 allows you to install a Linux environment running a full Linux kernel inside Windows 11, or 10 if you're still using that, with fairly tight integration between the two. The first version of WSL didn't have a kernel and didn't perform nearly as well. WSL is still a virtual machine at heart, but one with deep ties to its Windows host.

Can the Lenovo Yoga 7i (2022) run Linux?

João Carrasqueira — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 17:00:16 GMT

Lenovo makes some fantastic laptops, and the latest Yoga 7i model is no exception. This is a high-end convertible laptop with more of a mainstream focus, and in our review of the Lenovo Yoga 7i, we found that it offers a lot of value. It's one of the best Windows laptops you can buy in this price range, but what if Windows isn't your preferred platform or you just need Linux for specific tasks? If you're a fan of Linux, there are ways you can get it running on the Lenovo Yoga 7i.