News about Linux, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times.

Linare, a seller of cheap Linux PCs, plans to offer a free e-mail service for fans of the open-source operating system.

Linare, a seller of cheap Linux PCs, plans to offer a free e-mail service for fans of the open-source operating system.

MX Linux is an appealing midweight Linux operating system. The midweight category is a bit unusual. Desktop environments that run well on minimal hardware typically fall into the lightweight category.

Security experts have uncovered a new class of vulnerabilities in Unix and Linux systems that let attackers take full control of computers.

This coin-sized Linux computer can be yours for $69 August 24, 2019 - 12:00 pm TLDR: The VoCore2 can be the heart of literally hundreds of tech projects — so get one and a 4-inch screen for $10 off ...

The executive director of Linux Foundation sees parallels between wireless phones and computer hardware ...

In today's open source roundup: When is a Linux computer powerful enough? Plus: Apple Music app released for Android. And Arch Linux 2015.11.01 has been released.

Most Linux enthusiasts prefer to install the OS into existing systems. However, if you don't have the time or inclination to deal with the tinkering involved, you can try a preloaded Linux PC or ...

Linux is driven by users rather than vendors, and many users view software upgrades as a way to move technology forward, and not as an excuse to dump hardware, says columnist Evan Leibovitch.

The self-described “Linux Swiss Army Knife” PC packs a surprising amount of functionality. With its 2.5-inch IPS display and 47-key silicone membrane keyboard (which feels like an older TV ...