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How to Check Python Version in Windows, Linux and Mac

The Crazy Programmer

JULY 19, 2020

In this tutorial, we will see how to check the python version on Windows, Linux and macOS just with the help of terminal. How to Check Python Version in Linux. Similarly, you can check the python version on Linux with the same command. Now, before getting started, you should be able to access your command-line of your OS.

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Consortium Driving OpenStack to Become Arm of The Linux Foundation

DevOps.com

MARCH 14, 2025

The Open Infrastructure Foundation (OpenInfra), which oversees the development of the open source OpenStack cloud computing framework, this week agreed to become an arm of The Linux Foundation as part of an effort to foster more collaboration with maintainers of projects such as Kubernetes and the Linux operating system.

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Linux as the new developer default at 37signals

David Heinemeier Hansson

MAY 24, 2024

Going forward, we're working to make Linux the default for developers and system operators (and welcoming Windows back in the mix for accounting/marketing). And changing our default to Linux sets a new tone, as well as affords us the institutional weight to support companies like Framework with our business. Who would have thought!

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Three Reasons DevOps Should Consider Rocky Linux 9.4

DevOps.com

MAY 15, 2024

The new version of Rocky Linux includes security improvements, better cloud images, and the latest developer tools. All those features should interest any DevOps pro.

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Daily Crunch: Major tech firms partner with Linux Foundation to support open map data development

TechCrunch

DECEMBER 15, 2022

A gaggle of companies, including Meta, Microsoft, AWS and TomTom, have partnered with the Linux Foundation to form the Overture Maps Foundation to do a few things: develop interoperable open map data and knock Google’s map dominance down a few pegs. In non-book news, there’s a bushel of stories from TechCrunch for ya! Christine and Haje.

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10 Linux apps I always install first - and you should too

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

If you're just now jumping onto the Linux train, you might be wondering what apps to install first. Here are the first 10 I find should be installed by all.

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How to generate random passwords from the Linux command line

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Linux makes it incredibly easy to generate one - no password manager required. Need a strong, random password?

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Regolith Linux makes learning a tiling window manager easy

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Regolith Linux aims to lesson that curve and ease the transition. A tiling window manager can be a thing of efficient beauty, but with them can come a steep learning curve.

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Want to learn Linux from legends? This mentorship pairs you with top developers

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

You'll get priceless Linux experience from developers such as Linux Foundation Fellow Shuah Khan and kernel stable maintainer Greg Kroah-Hartman. Here's how to apply.

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5 lightweight Linux distributions with very low system requirements

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

JANUARY 2, 2025

If you have an aging computer and want to give it new life, there are plenty of lightweight Linux distributions that will serve you for years to come.

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With $29M in funding, Isovalent launches its cloud-native networking and security platform

TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

The founding team of CEO Dan Wendlandt and CTO Thomas Graf has deep experience in working on the Linux kernel and building networking products. Graf spent 15 years working on the Linux kernel and created the Cilium open-source project, while Wendlandt worked on Open vSwitch at Nicira (and then VMware ). Image Credits: Cilium.

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Finally, a Linux laptop with a brilliant display and performance that rivals my MacBook

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 23, 2025

For a laptop with Linux pre-installed, the Tuxedo Computers Infinity Book Pro 14 (Gen 9) offers a stunning display and strong performance.

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Why don't more people use Linux?

David Heinemeier Hansson

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

A couple of weeks ago, I saw a tweet asking: "If Linux is so good, why aren't more people using it?" Linux is even free, so what's stopping mass adoption, if it's actually better? And Linux isn't minimal effort. That's why I'd love to see more developers take another look at Linux.

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How to install Arch Linux without losing your mind

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

JANUARY 15, 2025

If you've ever wanted to try Arch Linux but were afraid of the installation process, there's a handy script to help ease this task.

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The best Linux distribution of 2024 is MacOS-like but accessible to all

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2024

I've used and covered Linux for nearly 30 years. Here's my top pick for my favorite open-source distro in 2024.

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The 5 best rolling release Linux distributions - and why you should be using one

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

If you're looking for a new Linux distribution, maybe it's time you tried a rolling release distribution. Here are my top five options.

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This Linux laptop has a brilliant display and performance that rivals my MacBook

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2024

If you're looking for a laptop with Linux pre-installed, Tuxedo Computers' Infinity Book Pro 14 (Gen 9) has a gorgeous display and impressive performance.

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How to easily run Windows apps on Linux with Wine

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 11, 2025

Considering a switch from Windows to Linux? Here's how to run them on Linux. The good news is you don't have to give up your favorite Windows apps.

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6 features I wish Linux would borrow from MacOS

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

If Linux borrowed these features from MacOS, it would be unstoppable.

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The Year on Linux

David Heinemeier Hansson

MARCH 29, 2025

I've been running Linux , Neovim , and Framework for a year now, but it easily feels like a decade or more. I don't know if most developers are better off on Linux. So consider this a postcard from a year into the Linux, Neovim, and Framework journey. But the reward for learning something new is as satisfying as ever.

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Why the Starship prompt is better than your default on Linux and MacOS

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 5, 2025

An out-of-this-world command line for Linux and MacOS users, Starship is simple to install and customize. I'll show you how.

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Shells Review – Best Personal Cloud Computer

The Crazy Programmer

APRIL 14, 2021

Users can build their Virtual Cloud Linux Desktop using Shells services. Additionally, users can run various Linux-based distributions, such as KDE Neon, Ubuntu, Kubuntu, Debian, Linux Mint, and Manjaro, on these cloud computers. Shells is a web-based platform that offers a robust virtual desktop environment via a cloud.

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The Linux log files you should know and how to use them

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2024

If you really want to see what's happening beneath the hood of your Linux distribution, you need to use log files.

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The latest MX Linux turns Xfce into a desktop anyone can use

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2024

If you're looking for a Linux distribution with a user-friendly desktop that's also very highly customizable, MX Linux presents the Xfce desktop in a way that anyone can use and grow with over time.

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10 Linux apps I install on every new machine (and why you should, too)

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

JANUARY 17, 2025

If you're wondering which apps take priority on your new Linux machine, these 10 will help you get the most out of the OS.

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Finally, a Linux distro for power users with a refreshing approach to OS design

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 18, 2025

NixOS is a well-designed OS with a fantastic array of layouts and features, but I recommend it to Linux users who aren't afraid of a little learning curve.

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Nvidia Project Digits: A Linux-powered desktop for AI developers

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

JANUARY 8, 2025

The most powerful desktop of all time will be arriving soon - and it will be running Linux.

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This is the best-looking Linux desktop of 2025 (so far)

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 17, 2025

The developers of one of the coolest Linux distros just dropped a new version, and it makes the old one look boring.

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This portable, lightweight Linux distro has an old-school feel

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

JANUARY 13, 2025

If you need a lightning-fast, portable Linux distribution to run on aging hardware or spin up a quick server, 4MLinux is a great option.

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How to create system restore points on Linux with Timeshift - and why you should

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

JANUARY 13, 2025

Concerned about something going wrong with your Linux system? If so, Timeshift can help return things to a working state should something go awry.

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Linux Foundation Report Spotlights Open Source Software Package Challenges

DevOps.com

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The Linux Foundation in collaboration with multiple providers of software composition analysis (SCA) published a study this week, that in addition to identifying the most widely used software packages, also shined a light on fundamental challenges the open source community needs to address.

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Your Android phone will run Debian Linux soon (like some Pixels already can)

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 7, 2025

Google introduces Debian Linux terminal app for Android. My phone's a laptop at last!

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5 lightweight Linux distributions that will bring your old PC back to life

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

JANUARY 17, 2025

If you have an aging computer and want to repurpose it, these lightweight Linux distributions will serve you for years to come.

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Ultramarine Linux 40 continues to be one fine unofficial Fedora Spin

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2024

If you're looking for a version of Fedora that offers a few extra tweaks to make the desktop even more user-friendly, look no further than Ultramarine Linux.

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5 biggest Linux and open-source stories of 2024: From AI arguments to security close calls

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2024

AI arrived, security troubles were dodged, and after years of development, real-time Linux finally made it into mainstream Linux. Here's what shook up the open-source world this year and what it means for 2025.

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How to set up 2FA for Linux desktop logins for added security

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

If you want to add an extra layer of security to your Linux desktop operating system, it can be done in just a couple of minutes.

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How to use Linux without ever touching the terminal

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Once upon a time, using Linux without the terminal was unthinkable. For average users, the terminal is totally optional.

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The Linux tool you forgot about: How Synaptic makes software installation a breeze

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

With so many ways to install software on Linux, should you turn to an old-school GUI for the task?

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The 4 most Windows-like Linux distros to try because change is hard

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2024

If you want to keep your machine running smoothly and feeling familiar, check out these Linux distros. If you're still using Windows 10, you know the end is nigh.

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Linux power users: Here's a distro with a refreshing approach to OS design

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

NixOS is a well-designed OS with a fantastic array of layouts and features, but I recommend it to Linux users who aren't afraid of a little learning curve.

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Cross-Stack RDS User Provisioning and Schema Migrations with AWS Lambda

Xebia

MARCH 4, 2025

You can compare these credentials with the root credentials of a Linux system or the root account for your AWS account. With these credentials, you can create databases and tables. This also means that you can drop tables and delete databases. The root account is there for a reason. That reason is not for day-to-day work.

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Trisquel Linux handles both your desktop and server needs - or does it?

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

If you want to install a Linux desktop and server, you'd typically choose two different distributions. With Trisquel, you get both in one. But are the tradeoffs worth it?

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How to install the latest Linux kernel on Ubuntu (and should you)

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

MARCH 17, 2025

Did you know you can install the most recent Linux kernel on some distributions? We'll show you how it's done on Ubuntu (and why you may or may not) want to do it.

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An easier way to read Linux manual pages

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

JANUARY 6, 2025

Linux man pages are a great way to get help with commands. However, these pages can be intimidating for inexperienced users. Here's how to simplify them.

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How to Check Python Version in Windows, Linux and Mac

Consortium Driving OpenStack to Become Arm of The Linux Foundation

Webinars

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Linux as the new developer default at 37signals

Webinars

Three Reasons DevOps Should Consider Rocky Linux 9.4

Daily Crunch: Major tech firms partner with Linux Foundation to support open map data development

10 Linux apps I always install first - and you should too

How to generate random passwords from the Linux command line

Regolith Linux makes learning a tiling window manager easy

Want to learn Linux from legends? This mentorship pairs you with top developers

5 lightweight Linux distributions with very low system requirements

With $29M in funding, Isovalent launches its cloud-native networking and security platform

Finally, a Linux laptop with a brilliant display and performance that rivals my MacBook

Why don't more people use Linux?

How to install Arch Linux without losing your mind

The best Linux distribution of 2024 is MacOS-like but accessible to all

The 5 best rolling release Linux distributions - and why you should be using one

This Linux laptop has a brilliant display and performance that rivals my MacBook

How to easily run Windows apps on Linux with Wine

6 features I wish Linux would borrow from MacOS

The Year on Linux

Why the Starship prompt is better than your default on Linux and MacOS

Shells Review – Best Personal Cloud Computer

The Linux log files you should know and how to use them

The latest MX Linux turns Xfce into a desktop anyone can use

10 Linux apps I install on every new machine (and why you should, too)

Finally, a Linux distro for power users with a refreshing approach to OS design

Nvidia Project Digits: A Linux-powered desktop for AI developers

This is the best-looking Linux desktop of 2025 (so far)

This portable, lightweight Linux distro has an old-school feel

How to create system restore points on Linux with Timeshift - and why you should

Linux Foundation Report Spotlights Open Source Software Package Challenges

Your Android phone will run Debian Linux soon (like some Pixels already can)

5 lightweight Linux distributions that will bring your old PC back to life

Ultramarine Linux 40 continues to be one fine unofficial Fedora Spin

5 biggest Linux and open-source stories of 2024: From AI arguments to security close calls

How to set up 2FA for Linux desktop logins for added security

How to use Linux without ever touching the terminal

The Linux tool you forgot about: How Synaptic makes software installation a breeze

The 4 most Windows-like Linux distros to try because change is hard

Linux power users: Here's a distro with a refreshing approach to OS design

Cross-Stack RDS User Provisioning and Schema Migrations with AWS Lambda

Trisquel Linux handles both your desktop and server needs - or does it?

How to install the latest Linux kernel on Ubuntu (and should you)

An easier way to read Linux manual pages

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