Compile your own Arch Linux kernel and add it to GRUB
Learn how to compile your own Linux kernel on Arch Linux and add it to GRUB for a lighter, faster and more secure system.
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Tutorials and Tips for Learning to Use Linux
Are you thinking of switching to Linux, breathing new life into an old computer, or sorting out a problem with your current distribution? Our guides will help you choose and install Ubuntu, Linux Mint, Arch or a lighter system, set up a dual-boot system and improve your PC’s performance. We also explain how to back up your system, manage memory more effectively, extend your laptop’s battery life or administer network services. Find our other IT tutorials on the Assistouest blog.
Best Linux distributions for gaming: which one should you choose?
Which Linux distribution should you choose for gaming? Compare SteamOS, CachyOS, Bazzite and Ubuntu for performance, compatibility and ease of use.
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How to play Epic Games and Steam games on Linux
Gaming on Linux with Steam and Epic Games is now possible. Install Proton, Lutris and Heroic for broad compatibility with your games.
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Install Arch Linux with KDE Plasma: complete UEFI and minimal system guide
Install Arch Linux in UEFI mode, configure the base system and add a minimal KDE Plasma desktop with this step-by-step guide.
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Paravirtualization: From Xen to Modern VirtIO and VMware Tools Drivers
Learn how paravirtualized drivers improve VM disk, network and memory performance with VirtIO, VMware Tools and Hyper-V integration.
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Install and update NVIDIA drivers on Linux (Ubuntu)
Install and update NVIDIA drivers on Ubuntu, remove old packages, pin a stable version, and keep your graphics server reliable.
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How to monitor CPU temperature on Linux
Learn how to monitor CPU temperature on Linux with lm_sensors, sensors-detect, watch, and Psensor.
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Optimize Linux laptop battery life with TLP
Install and configure TLP, PowerTOP, auto-cpufreq, and zRAM to improve your Linux laptop battery life.
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Install Docker on Linux (Ubuntu, Debian and RHEL) to Manage Containers
Install Docker Engine natively on Linux, configure Docker securely and verify that your containers are working.
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Enable and configure zRAM for up to 2x more compressed memory on Linux
Your PC is running out of RAM. zRAM compresses memory to get more from it. Learn how it works and how to enable it easily on Linux.
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Immutable Linux Operating Systems Protected by Design
Discover what an immutable operating system is, why it cannot be modified and how this model strengthens the security, stability and reliability of modern systems.
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Free unused RAM on Linux and mistakes to avoid
RAM usage, disk cache, swap, and memory pressure on Linux. Learn how to avoid false optimizations and common mistakes.
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