Practical Linux Guides
Taking back control of your computer
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New to Linux? These posts will get you oriented:
Why Your Smart Home Can Be Taken Away (And How Linux Can't)
Real stories of corporate control and why Linux offers genuine immunity
From Windows to Linux: What the Switch Actually Feels Like
Honest talk about what changes, what doesn't, and what the trade-offs actually are
Latest Posts
Making the Switch: Windows Software and Their Linux Alternatives
Practical guide to Linux software alternatives. What works, what doesn't, and the honest truth about switching from Windows applications.
Not All Linux Is Created Equal: Why Choosing the Right Distribution Matters
Understanding the critical differences between Linux distributions and why your choice actually matters for privacy, control, and long-term viability
From Windows to Linux: What the Switch Actually Feels Like
Performance gains, software compatibility, gaming reality, and the learning curve
Why Your Smart Home Can Be Taken Away (And How Linux Can't)
Brandon Jackson's locked-out smart home and Alec's deleted Tesla features
Coming Soon
Future posts exploring Linux, digital freedom, and taking back control:
- Why I Don't Recommend Ubuntu (And What to Use Instead)
- Installing Linux Without Breaking Your Computer: The Dual Boot Guide
- The Hidden Cost of "Free" Software (And Why Linux Is Actually Free)
- Linux Command Line for Beginners: The 10 Commands You Actually Need
- What Desktop Environment Should You Choose? (And Why It Matters)
- Gaming on Linux in 2025: What Works, What Doesn't, and Why
- Privacy on Linux: Beyond Just Ditching Windows Telemetry
- When Linux Isn't the Answer: Honest Talk About When to Stick With Windows
What You Won't Find Here
- Affiliate links to products I don't use
- Corporate-sponsored reviews
- Pretending everything works perfectly
- Gatekeeping or elitism
What You Will Find
- Honest assessments based on real usage
- Clear explanations without unnecessary jargon
- Recognition that some software won't work
- Open-source advocacy without propaganda