Best of Linux — July 2025

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    Avatar of dhhDavid Heinemeier Hansson·42w

    Get in losers, we're moving to Linux!

    A growing number of developers are switching from Mac to Linux, driven by factors like improved hardware options, Apple's strained developer relations, and influential tech personalities adopting Arch Linux with Hyprland. Despite Arch's reputation for difficulty, it's gaining traction among new user circles, supported by the AUR package repository and gaming advances through Steam Deck. While Linux remains niche on desktop, it's gaining significant mindshare among developers seeking free, open alternatives to commercial operating systems.

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    Avatar of techworldwithnanaTechWorld with Nana·40w

    Bash Scripting Tutorial for Beginners

    A comprehensive beginner's guide to bash scripting that transforms manual command execution into automated scripts. Covers fundamental concepts like variables, arrays, loops, and conditionals through a practical log analysis example. Shows how to create a script that automatically scans log files for errors, generates reports, and provides intelligent alerts when issues exceed thresholds. Demonstrates the progression from basic command execution to advanced automation techniques that save time and ensure consistency in DevOps workflows.

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    Avatar of bigboxswebigboxSWE·42w

    Linux Can't Stop Winning

    Linux has gained significant mainstream adoption in 2025, particularly in gaming thanks to the Steam Deck and Proton compatibility layer. Governments worldwide are migrating from Windows to Linux for cost savings, data sovereignty, and security reasons. Modern Linux distributions have become much more user-friendly with official installers and better hardware support from major manufacturers.

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    Avatar of dhhDavid Heinemeier Hansson·39w

    Building competency is better than therapy

    Building technical competency through learning programming, Linux, or contributing to open source projects can be more effective than traditional therapy for addressing mild depression. The combination of skill development, community engagement, and meaningful contribution creates a sense of purpose and flow that naturally counters negative mental states. Open source development particularly excels by offering endless learning opportunities, collaborative communities, and meaningful responsibilities that fulfill core human psychological needs.

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    Avatar of fknightForrestKnight·41w

    My Linux Ubuntu Setup for Software Development

    A developer shares their Ubuntu 24.04 setup using Omakub, a development configuration by DHH. The setup includes multiple workspaces, tiling window management, and various AI-powered coding tools like Zed, VS Code with Augment, and Warp terminal. The configuration emphasizes productivity through workspace organization and AI assistance while maintaining traditional development workflows with IntelliJ for Java and multiple browsers for testing.

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    Avatar of linuxcomLinux Community·42w

    Has anyone switched from Windows to Linux?

    A brief question seeking personal experiences and insights from developers who have migrated from Windows to Linux operating systems.

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    Avatar of hnHacker News·40w

    My Ultimate Self-hosting Setup

    A comprehensive guide to building a self-hosting setup using NixOS, ZFS, and Tailscale. The author shares their journey from tinkering with various approaches to settling on a stable configuration that prioritizes security, usability, and maintainability. Key components include NixOS for declarative configuration, ZFS for data protection, Tailscale for secure networking, and Authelia with LLDAP for authentication. The setup separates public and private services across multiple servers, with detailed solutions for common problems like DNS configuration, SSL certificates, and service proxying.

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    Avatar of hnHacker News·41w

    Make your computer better.

    Zorin OS is a Linux distribution designed as an alternative to Windows and macOS, emphasizing ease of use for newcomers with familiar desktop layouts. Built on Ubuntu, it offers enhanced performance, security, and privacy while supporting older hardware up to 15 years old. Key features include Windows app compatibility, gaming support, mobile device integration through Zorin Connect, and dual-boot capabilities. The Core edition is free, with a Pro version available for advanced features.

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    Avatar of itsfossIt's Foss·39w

    I Made Kitty Terminal Even More Awesome by Using These 15 Customization Tips and Tweaks

    A comprehensive guide covering 15 customization techniques for the Kitty terminal emulator, including font configuration, theme selection, cursor animations, background images, tab styling, shell changes, and mouse actions. The tutorial walks through practical config file modifications to enhance both aesthetics and functionality, from basic setup like scrollback lines and window decorations to advanced features like automatic dark/light theme switching and desktop notifications for long-running commands.

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    Avatar of lobstersLobsters·40w

    The hunt for a perfect laptop continues

    A detailed critique of the current laptop market highlighting the overwhelming number of confusing product lines offered by major manufacturers like Lenovo, HP, and ASUS. The author argues that most companies offer hundreds of nearly identical models that fail to get basic features right, while praising simpler approaches from Apple, Framework, and smaller Linux-focused companies. The piece advocates for fewer, better-designed models that consistently improve year over year rather than the current approach of minor variations and feature regressions.

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    Avatar of kodekloudKodeKloud's Squad·39w

    Mastering Linux: 10 Daily Commands You Can’t Ignore

    Essential Linux command-line tips for developers and system administrators, covering command chaining, file operations, automation with cron, shell customization, and safety practices. Includes practical advice on using aliases, history search, terminal editors, and combining commands for efficient workflows.

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    Avatar of omgubomg! ubuntu!·41w

    Rio is a Fast, WebGPU-Powered Terminal for Ubuntu

    Rio is a cross-platform terminal emulator built in Rust that uses WebGPU for hardware acceleration, promising fast and efficient performance. It features font ligatures, terminal splits, theme support, and image protocol compatibility. The app relies heavily on keyboard shortcuts for navigation and requires manual configuration file editing. Rio reuses code from Alacritty and supports both Wayland and X11 on Linux, with installation available through Flathub or DEB packages.

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    Avatar of danielhaxxsedaniel.haxx.se·38w

    Hello Sprout

    Daniel Stenberg shares his experience with a new crowd-funded Framework laptop called 'Sprout', featuring AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, 96GB RAM, and 4TB storage. The laptop was funded by donations exceeding $7,000 USD. He details the assembly process, Debian installation, initial software glitches with X11/Wayland, and performance benchmarks showing significant improvements in curl build times compared to his old ThinkPad. The modular Framework design allows interchangeable ports and upgradeable components.

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    Avatar of dhhDavid Heinemeier Hansson·39w

    It's a Beelink, baby

    Beelink mini PCs offer excellent price-to-performance ratios for developers, with three standout models: the budget EQR5 ($299), the sweet-spot SER8 ($599), and the high-end SER9 HX370 ($899). These AMD-powered machines feature superior build quality, silent cooling, and full Linux compatibility, making them ideal alternatives to traditional desktop setups for development work.

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    Avatar of scottstuffscottstuff.net·42w

    Passwordless SSH and sudo with 1Password on Mac and Linux

    A comprehensive guide to setting up passwordless SSH and sudo authentication using 1Password for SSH key management. The tutorial covers configuring 1Password's SSH agent, setting up SSH client configuration with agent forwarding, implementing pam_rssh for sudo authentication, and adding biometric authentication on Linux using Yubikey Bio. The approach eliminates the need to manually manage SSH keys across multiple systems while providing secure authentication through fingerprints or system biometrics.

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    Avatar of phoronixPhoronix·38w

    Hyprland Wayland Compositor Launches Subscription Service For "Premium Desktop Experience"

    Hyprland, a popular Wayland compositor for Linux, has launched Hyprperks, a paid subscription service offering premium features including member-only forum access, developer Q&A sessions, preconfigured dotfiles with one-click installation and updates, and direct support from the development team.

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    Avatar of collectionsCollections·40w

    Linux Achieves 5% Desktop Market Share in the USA

    Linux desktop market share in the USA has reached 5% as of June 2025, doubling from three years ago. Windows maintains 63% share but declined 13% over the decade, while macOS dropped from 33% to 26%. Growth drivers include Steam Deck adoption, improved user interfaces, and privacy-focused features. Combined with Chrome OS, the Linux ecosystem represents 7.74% market presence, with actual usage potentially higher due to privacy-conscious users avoiding tracking.

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    Avatar of linuxcastThe Linux Cast·40w

    OMG! You'll NEVER Guess Who Switched to Linux!

    A YouTuber criticizes the trend of Linux content creators making reaction videos to influencers switching to Linux. The main concerns are that these reactions make Linux adoption seem more difficult than it is, create a judgmental atmosphere that may discourage newcomers, and often serve as clickbait rather than providing constructive help. While acknowledging his own participation in this trend, the creator argues these videos do more harm than good for Linux adoption and suggests focusing on constructive criticism instead.

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    Avatar of mentaloutlawMental Outlaw·41w

    This Isn't The Desktop Linux Victory We Wanted

    Linux desktop usage has reached record highs with 5.03% market share in the US, driven primarily by organizational transitions away from Windows 10 end-of-support and handheld gaming devices like Steam Deck. However, this growth stems from practical considerations rather than understanding of free software principles. European governments are adopting Linux for digital sovereignty, while gaming handhelds choose Linux for better performance and cost savings. The author argues that without consumer awareness of software freedom principles, this Linux adoption may not lead to lasting change against big tech control.

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    Avatar of typecrafttypecraft·40w

    Stop Saying Linux is Hard While Doomscrolling for Hours a Day #omarchy #linux

    The perceived difficulty of learning Linux is often exaggerated when compared to the time people spend on unproductive activities like social media scrolling. Setting up even complex Linux distributions like Arch with Hyperland takes 30-50 hours total, which equals just 2-3 weeks of typical daily social media usage. The investment in learning Linux provides long-term benefits and improved computing experience, making it a worthwhile trade-off compared to passive screen time.

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    Avatar of cncfCNCF·42w

    Kmesh v1.1.0 Officially Released!

    Kmesh v1.1.0 introduces significant improvements to the sidecarless service mesh solution, including a redesigned website built with React and Docusaurus, enhanced observability with long connection metrics, DNS module refactoring for better dual-engine mode support, and optimized kernel-native mode with reduced intrusive kernel modifications. The release validates compatibility with Istio 1.25 and resolves critical bugs including the persistent TestKmeshRestart E2E test flakiness.

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    Avatar of youtubeYouTube·42w

    Top 10 INSANE Linux Apps You SHOULD BE USING in 2025! (#4 Blew My Mind)

    A curated list of 10 Linux applications for 2025, featuring AI-powered tools like Upscale for image enhancement, Buzz for offline speech transcription, and LM Studio for running local AI models. The list includes productivity apps like AppFlowy (open-source Notion alternative), system monitoring with Mission Center, containerization management through Box Buddy for Distrobox, and specialized utilities like Frog for OCR text extraction. Most applications emphasize privacy, offline functionality, and open-source principles while providing modern alternatives to popular proprietary software.

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    Avatar of danielhaxxsedaniel.haxx.se·41w

    Sponsor my laptop!

    Daniel Stenberg, creator of curl, is seeking community funding for a new Framework laptop to replace his aging 2017 machine. For the first time, the curl fund will contribute to hardware costs, with a crowdfunding campaign targeting $1,000+ for upgrades. The laptop will be used for curl development, conference talks, and live streaming from curl meetings. Contributors of $200+ can customize laptop stickers, and regular curl sponsors will cover remaining costs if the campaign falls short.

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    Avatar of primeagenThePrimeTime·42w

    PewDiePie is more based than you

    PewDiePie demonstrates his complete transition away from Google services by switching to Arch Linux, installing GrapheneOS on his phone, and self-hosting alternatives like Vaultwarden for passwords and NextCloud for file storage. He shares his journey of setting up various open-source tools on a Raspberry Pi and Steam Deck, highlighting both the benefits of increased privacy and control, as well as the technical challenges involved in degoogling one's digital life.

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    Avatar of lobstersLobsters·41w

    systemd has been a complete, utter, unmitigated success

    A defense of systemd as a successful replacement for traditional init systems, arguing that despite initial resistance, systemd has proven to be a significant improvement. The author highlights systemd's backward compatibility, simple configuration format, and powerful new features like journald logging, timer system, socket activation, and security hardening options. The piece addresses common criticisms and demonstrates how systemd's comprehensive approach to system management has made Linux systems more robust and easier to administer.

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