What's a minimal install for Linux? 6 reasons it can come in handy

If you've ever installed Linux and noticed the distribution offers a "minimal" install, you've probably wondered, "Why bother?" Well, there are reasons those tiny options are available.
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I discuss my new filming setup using the Pocket Osmo 3 and share my experience reviving a non-functional Dell XPS by installing Linux

A broken Dell XPS from 2021 experiences a revival after overcoming boot issues by adopting a Linux operating system.
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I put Asahi Linux on my M1 MacBook and it’s surprisingly usable in 2026

Great hardware with some frustrating gaps ...

Another Linux distro has dropped KDE Plasma, and I'm not surprised to see why

Another Linux distro has dropped KDE Plasma, and I'm not surprised to see why ...

Chrome Is Finally Coming to ARM64 Linux Devices in 2026

Google says Chrome will launch for ARM64 Linux in Q2 2026, bringing native support, Chrome sync, and easier installs on ...

Google Chrome is coming to Arm-powered Linux devices later this year

Why Arm + Linux now? In a blog post, Google only says that it “addresses the growing demand for a browsing experience that combines the benefits of the open-source Chromium project with the Google ...