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Many game enthusiasts believe that playing on GNU/Linux is impossible. In reality, support for gaming on Linux is constantly improving, thanks to various available software solutions. With the launch of Valve's Steam Deck, interest in gaming on Linux is growing even more. Figure 1 shows the Cyberpunk 2077 RPG [...]

In the development of web services, the various tasks can be divided into front end and back end. Roughly summarized, front-end development refers to all work that primarily deals with user interfaces. The front end communicates with the back end, which is responsible for managing persistent data in a [...]

Choosing your first programming language feels a bit like navigating a labyrinth with 9,000 passageways. Yep, that's the staggering number of coding languages out there, as reported by the Online Historical Encyclopaedia of Programming Languages. Even if you narrow it down to the 265 languages analyzed by the TIOBE [...]

Copyright 2023 by Jon “maddog” Hall Licensed under Creative Commons BY-SA-ND Photo: © Santiago Ferreira Litowtschenko Several people have opined on the recent announcement of Red Hat to change their terms of sales for their software.  Here are some thoughts from someone who has been around a long time and been in [...]

Recovering from system issues and boot failures is an essential skill needed by all Linux users. While Windows users often rely on automated recovery tools, Linux users have traditionally taken a more hands-on approach. However, that doesn't mean that Linux lacks recovery options. In fact, several powerful tools can [...]

On March 25 and 26, 2023, the long-awaited event of the year for free software enthusiasts was held at the University of Palermo's Gregotti Theater on Viale delle Scienze: the Linux Meeting 2023. The event was organized by Vincenzo Virgilio, a professor at the University of Palermo and president [...]

Open source software and tools continue to grow in features and value. Companies around the world are looking for people who know how to set up and administer Linux environments. So why not take the plunge and aim for the LPIC-1? Boost your credentials, widen your horizons, and become [...]

The Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is well-known as an exam provider in the field of Linux and open source tools, where it offers certifications for the entire spectrum from beginners to specialists and experts. But just as Linux has penetrated more and more areas in recent years, new options [...]

May - 18, 2023   Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is thrilled to participate in the OpenExpo Europe 2023 in Madrid, Spain. Last year’s experience at the event was very positive, and we look forward to repeating it this year again. Join us there, and enjoy a 25% discount on your next [...]