10 Best Linux media center distros – Linux HTPC distros

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Linux operating systems come in a variety of flavors. Often, Linux distributions (distros) feature specializations. There are loads of Linux home server distros. Hannah Montanna Linux even exists, its original mission to make Linux accessible to a younger audience. With a bevy of Linux media center software options, Linux operating … read more

8 Best Linux Media Center Software Options – Linux Media Center 2017

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Linux offers a thriving desktop landscape. There are plenty of reasons to opt for a Linux operating system. Linux distributions (distro) are typically free. Because Linux distros are open-source, Linux OSes benefit from dedicated user communities. Often, Linux distros are increasingly lightweight when compared to their Windows and macOS counterparts. … read more

Mecool BB2 Pro Android TV Box – Mecool BB2 Pro review

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The Mecool BB2 Pro Android set-top box is a small yet powerful streaming device. Based on Amlogic hardware, it’s an ARM device outfitted with beefy specifications. As a result, the Mecool BB2 Pro TV box is plenty capable of pumping out 4K video. But the Mecool BB2 Pro Android streamer … read more

PuTTY SSH client update: Version 0.69 released

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When it comes to SSH clients, PuTTY ranks as one of the most well-known. The open-source Telenet, SSH, SCP, raw socket, and rlogin program boasts superb cross-platform compatibility. It’s excellent for server management or remote Raspberry Pi administration. It’s particularly useful for headless home servers. While PuTTY is not the … read more

Nvidia Shield TV adds 4K Google Play Movies and TV support

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The Nvidia Shield TV ranks as arguably the best streaming media box. When it launched in 2016, the Shield TV arrived as a beefy media streamer. A 2017 re-design further honed Nvidia’s offering as one of the top streaming media devices. It sports superb hardware in its Nvidia Tegra X1 … read more

5 Best Linux Laptops You Can Buy in 2017 – Linux Compatible Laptops

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Linux operating systems are popular especially with home server, HTPC, and system administration enthusiasts. Often Linux machines are do-it-yourself (DIY) projects where end users install a Linux distribution (distro) on existing hardware. Yet there’s a thriving market for pre-built Linux laptops. Buying a Linux laptop yields several advantages. Primarily, there’s … read more

10 Media Server Software Options for Multi-device Streaming Needs

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Media server software varies based on intended purpose. Kodi and Plex are two of the most popular ones. But there are loads of other media streamer options including Emby, Subsonic, and more. Which you choose depends on your specific media and devices. Additionally, while you’ve got plenty of media server … read more

10 Best Linux Home Server Distros – Stability, Performance, Ease of Use

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Home servers are incredibly useful and here are some of the best Linux home server distros to pick and OS from. Whether for network file storage or serving media, server applications vary considerably. The operating system is arguably the most important server characteristic. This dictates program compatibility, user interface, and … read more

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