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Synology Container Manager for Beginners

Synology Container Manager is a lightweight virtualization application which lets you run thousands of containers. The post Synology Container Manager for Beginners appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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ASUSTOR Data Master 4.2 (ADM OS): App Central

App Central is software that's part of ASUSTOR Data Master (ADM) and offers a rich array of applications to install on your NAS device. The post ASUSTOR Data Master 4.2 (ADM OS): App Central appeared...

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LinuxLinks: Our most-read stories of 2023

We've trawled through our statistics and found our ten most well received posts/series that saw the highest page views for 2023. The post LinuxLinks: Our most-read stories of 2023 appeared first on...

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Synology Hyper Backup Tutorial

Hyper Backup is software included with Synology's DiskStation Manager, a Linux-based operating system that runs exclusively on their NAS devices. The post Synology Hyper Backup Tutorial appeared first...

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Synology Hyper Backup Explorer – desktop tool

Hyper Backup Explorer is a desktop tool for browsing, decrypting, and extracting different versions of backup data in Hyper Backup repositories. The post Synology Hyper Backup Explorer – desktop tool...

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Asustor Nimbustor 2 Gen2 AS5402T Review

Asustor Nimbustor 2 Gen2 AS5402T is billed as an enthusiast-grade NAS, with entry-level pricing yet with features often found on more expensive NAS products. The post Asustor Nimbustor 2 Gen2 AS5402T...

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TEAMGROUP Z44A7 2TB M.2 NVMe SSD Review

Here's our review of the TEAMGROUP Z44A7 2TB M.2 NVMe SSD. The post TEAMGROUP Z44A7 2TB M.2 NVMe SSD Review appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Introduction

FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC is an extremely cheap computer. This is a multi-article series looking at this computer running Linux. The post FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Introduction appeared...

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FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Benchmarks

This article benchmarks the FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC. We compare the FIREBAT's benchmarks with a couple of other tiny computers. The post FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Benchmarks appeared first...

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LinuxLinks – The Home of Linux

Our popular series on the best free and open source Linux software, hardware, programming, Android, and much more. The post LinuxLinks – The Home of Linux appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Power Consumption

In this article in the series we examine the power consumption of the FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC under different loads. The post FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Power Consumption appeared first on...

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FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Multimedia

For this part in the series, we investigate the multimedia performance of the FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC under Ubuntu. The post FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Multimedia appeared first on...

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FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Gaming

For this part in the series, we investigate the gaming performance of the FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC under Ubuntu. The post FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Gaming appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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DXRacer MASTER XL Black Microfiber Leather Chair Review

The DXRacer Master XL is an ergonomic gaming/office chair which aims to provide exceptional comfort and support. The post DXRacer MASTER XL Black Microfiber Leather Chair Review appeared first on...

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FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Windows Subsystem for Linux 2

We see how Linux runs under Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL). This uses virtualization to run the Linux kernel inside a virtual machine. The post FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Windows...

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FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Installing and Configuring EndeavourOS

For this article in the series, we explore installing and configuring EndeavourOS. The post FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Installing and Configuring EndeavourOS appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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TEAMGROUP QX 2TB 3D NAND QLC Solid State Drive Review

TEAMGROUP are an emerging brand in the consumer SSD market. They provided a review sample for the QX 2TB SSD for review and testing. The post TEAMGROUP QX 2TB 3D NAND QLC Solid State Drive Review...

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FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Installing and Configuring Rhino Linux

We explore installing and configuring Rhino Linux on the FIREBAT. Rhino Linux is a rolling release Ubuntu-based distribution The post FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: Installing and Configuring...

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FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: VirtualBox Performance

For this article we're looking at the FIREBAT from a VirtualBox perspective. We investigate how well virtual machines run on this Mini PC. The post FIREBAT T8 Plus Mini PC Running Linux: VirtualBox...

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TEAMGROUP MP44 2TB M.2 NVMe SSD Review

Here's our review of the TEAMGROUP MP44 2TB M.2 NVMe SSD, a low-cost, DRAM-less NVMe. The post TEAMGROUP MP44 2TB M.2 NVMe SSD Review appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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TEAMGROUP T-Force M200 1TB External SSD Review

Looking for a very fast external SSD? Check out our review of the TEAMGROUP T-Force M200 1TB portable SSD. The post TEAMGROUP T-Force M200 1TB External SSD Review appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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DreamQuest N95 Mini PC Running Linux: Introduction

DreamQuest N95 Mini PC is a well specified computer. This is a multi-article looking at this computer from a Linux perspective. The post DreamQuest N95 Mini PC Running Linux: Introduction appeared...

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DreamQuest N95 Mini PC Running Linux: Benchmarks

This article benchmarks the DreamQuest N95 Mini PC. The tests are run using the Phoronix Test Suite unless otherwise stated. The post DreamQuest N95 Mini PC Running Linux: Benchmarks appeared first on...

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DreamQuest N95 Mini PC Running Linux: Power Consumption

For this instalment in the series, we examine the power consumption of the DreamQuest N95 Mini PC and compare it to three other machines. The post DreamQuest N95 Mini PC Running Linux: Power...

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Getting Started with Linux on a DreamQuest Mini PC

This tutorial guides you through the steps required to install Ubuntu Desktop on a DreamQuest Mini PC. The post Getting Started with Linux on a DreamQuest Mini PC appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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DreamQuest N100 Mini PC Running Linux: Introduction

DreamQuest N100 Mini PC is a budget mini PC with good specs. This is a multi-article series looking at the computer from a Linux perspective. The post DreamQuest N100 Mini PC Running Linux:...

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DreamQuest N100 Mini PC Running Linux: Benchmarks

This article benchmarks the DreamQuest N100 Mini PC with Ubuntu 24.10. The post DreamQuest N100 Mini PC Running Linux: Benchmarks appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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DreamQuest N100 Mini PC Running Linux: Power Consumption

For this instalment in the series, we examine the power consumption of the DreamQuest N100 Mini PC and compare it to four other machines. The post DreamQuest N100 Mini PC Running Linux: Power...

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TEAMGROUP MP44L 2TB M.2 NVMe SSD Review

The TEAMGROUP MP44L SSD is available in 250GB, 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB sizes. In this review, we explore the 2TB SSD. The post TEAMGROUP MP44L 2TB M.2 NVMe SSD Review appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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SunFounder Pironman 5 NVMe Mini PC Case Review

The SunFounder Pironman 5 case transforms the Raspberry Pi 5 into a beautiful desktop mini PC with optional NMVe storage. The post SunFounder Pironman 5 NVMe Mini PC Case Review appeared first on...

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Power Consumption

For this article, I'll focus on the power consumption of the Raspberry Pi 5. I'll see how the Pi 5 compares to a few other mini PCs. The post Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Power Consumption appeared...

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iRasptek Raspberry Pi 5 8GB Starter Kit Review

The iRasptek Raspberry Pi 5 8GB Starter Kit gives you everything you need to get started with your adventures with the Pi 5. The post iRasptek Raspberry Pi 5 8GB Starter Kit Review appeared first on...

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Increase Swap Memory Size

In this article I explain how to increase the swap file. This helps performance on a Raspberry Pi 5 with 4GB of RAM or less. The post Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Increase Swap Memory Size appeared...

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Script to use a ZRAM swapdrive

Installing a script to enable ZRAM and optimize its effectiveness on Raspberry Pi computers. It's very useful for low RAM Pi models. The post Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Script to use a ZRAM...

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Passive Cooling the Right Way

Passively cool the Raspberry Pi 5 the right way. Use the case as a heatsink. No fan noise to interrupt your concentration. The post Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Passive Cooling the Right Way...

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Benchmarking

What's the rationale of benchmarking the Pi 5 against an N100? Simple! This series is looking at using the Pi 5 as a desktop machine. The post Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Benchmarking appeared...

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Overclocking

I rerun some benchmarks, this time comparing an overclocked Raspberry Pi 5 to an Intel N100 Mini PC. The post Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Overclocking appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: raspi-config

raspi-config is a script that offers an easy way to start configuring the Raspberry Pi 5. The post Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: raspi-config appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: PiGro – system configuration tool

PiGro is a free and open source system configuration tool that streamlines managing your Raspberry Pi settings from one convenient location. The post Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: PiGro – system...

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Installing Software

Explore my favourite ways of installing new software on the Raspberry Pi 5. The post Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Installing Software appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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UPERFECT Unify B5 Portable Monitor 1080P Display Review

My findings on the UPERFECT 15.6" VESA portable monitor 1080P display. The post UPERFECT Unify B5 Portable Monitor 1080P Display Review appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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Orange Pi 5 Ultra and Max Single Board Computers Running Linux: Introduction

In this series, I'm exploring two ARM-based single board computers produced by Orange Pi. The post Orange Pi 5 Ultra and Max Single Board Computers Running Linux: Introduction appeared first on...

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Orange Pi RV2 Single Board Computer Running Linux: Introduction

The Orange Pi RV2 is a low cost RISC-V single board computer designed to be an affordable option to explore RISC-V technology. The post Orange Pi RV2 Single Board Computer Running Linux: Introduction...

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Avoid snap pollution

Declutter the output from df when the Pi 5 has snaps installed. Better yet, use an alternative to df for even nicer output. The post Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Avoid snap pollution appeared first...

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC

This is a series of articles on the Raspberry Pi 5 focusing on using this single board computer as a desktop PC. The post Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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Raspberry Pi 5 Desktop Mini PC: Ollama GUI

Did you know that even a Raspberry Pi 5 is able to run LLMs locally? Even better, the developer of Pi-Apps has produced an optimized install script which makes it Raspberry Pi 5 friendly. The post...

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Intehill 13.4″ 4K+ Touchscreen Portable Monitor U13ZT Review

The Intehill 13.4" 4K+ Touchscreen Portable Monitor is an inexpensive, extremely lightweight, very slim, monitor designed to be moved around. Here's my verdict. The post Intehill 13.4″ 4K+ Touchscreen...

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Banana Pi BPI-F3 Single Board Computer Running Linux: Introduction

The Banana Pi BPI-F3 is an industrial grade RISC-V development board, designed with the SpacemiT K1 8 core RISC-V chip. The post Banana Pi BPI-F3 Single Board Computer Running Linux: Introduction...

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BrosTrend 5 Port 2.5GB Switch Review

The BrosTrend 5 Port 2.5GB Switch retails for £38. It's a very cheap way to upgrade your local network for faster transfers. The post BrosTrend 5 Port 2.5GB Switch Review appeared first on LinuxLinks.

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Benchmarking the Orange Pi 5 Ultra, Orange Pi 5 Max and Orange Pi RV2

I benchmark the Orange Pi 5 Ultra, Orange Pi 5 Max, Orange Pi RV2 against a Raspberry Pi 5 and a DreamQuest N100 Mini PC. The post Benchmarking the Orange Pi 5 Ultra, Orange Pi 5 Max and Orange Pi RV2...

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