In addition to the core tools, several libraries can enhance your Android app development experience on Linux: SQLite: An embedded database for storing data locally in Android apps.

Should you give the open-source operating system a whirl? Here are some answers, along with advice on how to get started.

OverTheWire is a collection of web-based games that challenge you to perform tasks. One of the best things about the OverTheWire games is that they teach you how to solve problems on your own and do ...

Lifehack.org's Kyle Pott details how to run Linux as a virtual machine on your Windows desktop for the absolute beginner.We recently covered how to ...

Linux has many hundreds of distros, but the best ones for beginners have more hand-holding and some Windows-like familiarity.

Trying Linux is easy—you can even install it on a USB drive or disc to try it out before committing. Enter the world of open-source here.

Virtualization is an essential tool for Linux users who want to test new distributions, run Windows software, or create safe ...

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