Save HOURS of work with Regex
RegEx is a formidable tool that many just don't understand, but can save literally thousands of hours of work.
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Shrink VMWare VMDK File
This goes over reducing the size of a VMDK file using open vm tools and is used often in VMWare environments.
Unlock Steam Deck
This article shows you how to make the steamdeck writable and a full blown desktop that you can install apps on that aren't Flatpak, AppImage, or Snap...
Speedup Linux
Linux by default is meant for servers and actually decreases the performance for greater security. While this great in business, when using Linux as a...
Star Trek Window Management
The LCARS system from Star Trek is a staple in the geek world. Ever since it made its first appearence in the Next Generation TV series in the 90s peo...
Stop Using APT
Link update 2026 10 07: The old Volian repository key URL in the installation commands below is no longer available. Do not run that historical reposi...
Choosing the Right Linux Distro
Choosing a Linux distribution can be difficult, especially if you don't know much about Linux. However, over the past several years I've tried almost...
Ubuntu's Decline
When Ubuntu came on the scene in 2004, it made desktop Linux viable to many with its ease of use and friendly layout. Instead of constantly improving...
Future Internet
Renewing website domains, paying for web hosting, and having them expire are all going to be a thing of the past. Using IPFS (Inter planetary File Sys...