How to Auto-Mount Drives in Linux

In many Linux distributions, non-boot drives are not mounted when you boot into the system. They mount when you open them, but it is helpful in many cases to already have the drive mounted when you first boot up your machine. For example, if you have a separate Steam or media library on a drive, some applications may need access to the data before you can manually mount the drives. ...

November 19, 2021 · 4 min · 655 words · Brandon Hopkins

Top 10 Linux Apps – Truly Essential Software!

These are the top 10 Linux apps everyone should have on their computers. There is something here for everyone and items everyone should have. Watch the video below for an overview of everything in this article. 1. Ulauncher – Application Launcher Running Ulauncher will greatly increase your productivity. It allows you to search for applications, files, and the web with a simple hotkey. Once you have Ulauncher installed, you press CTRL + SPACE to launch the search bar. You can click the settings gear to change the theme and other settings. They also have a wide variety of extensions. ...

November 19, 2021 · 4 min · 808 words · Brandon Hopkins

Monitor AMD RYZEN Temps in Linux

This article will show you how to monitor CPU temperatures in Linux. Although the title mentions AMD processors, this will work for Intel as well. Two useful tools work for all processors and almost all Linux distributions. What each sensor name means; Tdie: temperature of the dies Tctl: junction (Tj) temperature—the interface point between the die and heat spreader Lm_Sensors Run Lm_Sensors with the sensors command in the terminal. ...

November 15, 2021 · 2 min · 274 words · Brandon Hopkins

10 BEST Linux Applications: Must Have Software (2021)

This is the Top 10 MUST HAVE Linux apps going into the year 2021. All of these applications are free and open source, some do have optional paid features. This list is my opinion of the top Linux applications. Make sure you check out the 2020 video for 10 more great applications, that will be at the end of this article. This list ranges from privacy and security to virtualization and content consumption. There is something here for everyone. ...

November 13, 2021 · 7 min · 1461 words · Brandon Hopkins

5 Things You MUST DO after Installing Pop!_OS

With the release of Pop!_OS COSMIC our last article review some of the best things to do after install is now out of date. Thus here is our updated list reviewing 5 things everyone should consider doing after installing Pop!_OS. Important tweaks, tips, and updates are essential to making sure you have a positive experience with this new Ubuntu based distribution of Linux. https://www.youtube.com/embed/FgJ1k476ds0 1. Update and Upgrade After Installing POP!_OS you need to update your system. It’s easy, simple, and a must. Run these codes in terminal. Doing this will ensure everything else you do will go as smoothly as possible. The second command will update everything including all applications on your freshly installed ...

November 13, 2021 · 2 min · 408 words · Brandon Hopkins

Easily Install AMD Ryzen CPU and Wraith Prism Cooler

This is a guide on how to install AMD Ryzen processors and the stock Wraith Cooler included with some of the higher-end AMD processors. I use the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X. For this example, I am using the ASUS Prime X570-P motherboard. Links below are Amazon affiliate links to the products in this video. Purchase Your Ryzen CPU Use one of the links below to purchase a Ryzen CPU that comes with the Wraith Prism Cooler. There is a link to the motherboard I am using. It is one of the best budget boards that will work. Bookmark this page, and I’ll see you when you have the goods! If you’re already stocked up, let’s continue. Watch the video above for a step-by-step guide with some temperate testing. ...

November 13, 2021 · 3 min · 639 words · Brandon Hopkins

How to Control AMD Wraith Prism Cooler RGB (and more)

Controlling RGB lighting on your PC, AMD Wraith Primism Cooler and various components is a critical need for many. This video will overview the software you may need to do this and run some of the recommended RGB ecosystems. OpenRGB for Linux is also featured in this video. The Wraith Prism Cooler is actually a Cooler Master product, so if you have issues finding the software specifically for your motherboard, Cooler Master does have its own software. ...

November 13, 2021 · 1 min · 146 words · Brandon Hopkins

OpenSUSE – 5 Things You MUST Do After Installing

OpenSUSE is one of the best Linux distributions out there to date. Unfortunately, many people including experienced Debian or Arch users get frustrated with the differences in package management and the YaST software. In this article we will overview some of the main things you should do to jump start your OpenSUSE experience. Watch the video below or checkout the article to quickly get up and running in OpenSUSE. https://youtube.com/watch?v=ajVqJ1nl9bM ...

November 10, 2021 · 6 min · 1112 words · Brandon Hopkins
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