Ubuntu

  • Regolith Linux

    Regolith Linux

    I never even considered mixing Gnome desktop with i3wm. But that’s what Regolith Linux has done and its a fantastic hybrid experience. Gnome provides a modern system integration while i3wm provides a smartly configured tiling window manager. Admittedly Regolith Linux is just as heavy on RAM as any other Gnome desktop. But, at some point…

  • Theming Lubuntu Focal Fosa to look more like Classic Ubuntu

    Theming Lubuntu Focal Fosa to look more like Classic Ubuntu

    If I had to choose my favorite classic Ubuntu style that award would go to Maverick Meerkcat which was the regular support release that immediately preceded Ubuntu’s switch to the Unity desktop the following year. Note: If you’re looking for an authentic classic Ubuntu experience updated for 2020 install Ubuntu Mate, you won’t be disappointed.…

  • Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Yaru Theme Looks Amazing

    Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Yaru Theme Looks Amazing

  • PyRadio

    PyRadio

    Read a quick post at from Linux Journal about setting up PyRadio. Admittedly the hardest part was finding a valid URL for stations as many hide or obscure their urls behind a block of JavaScript. Additionally, this is a great way to listen to streaming radio without a website hogging your CPU and RAM. If…

  • With all it’s faults I still like Unity Desktop

    With all it’s faults I still like Unity Desktop

    I’ve always preferred Unity desktop’s HUD and Lens over GNOME’s Activities. In all likelihood I’ll keep both desktop environments installed after Bionic Beaver is released later this week. GNOME has a better workflow but I never liked the amount of vertical space wasted between the top bar and window below. Unity’s Lens are largely useless,…

  • Testing i3wm in Ubuntu 18.04 Bionic Beaver

    Testing i3wm in Ubuntu 18.04 Bionic Beaver