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A World of Linux We Rarely See
Exploring the desktops, developers, and communities shaping Linux in China and Russia—and the interests Linux users share across borders.
Gaming
Path of Exile 1 Still Has a Place in My Gaming Life
Thousands of hours after buying into the beta, I still have a soft spot for Path of Exile 1. With the sequel growing, is the original being…
Gaming
Azeroth Is for Gamers, Not Political Agendas
I’m not usually on Asmongold’s side, but the WoW controversy raises a bigger question: can Azeroth be a place where gamers with different views play together?
Gaming
Old Favorites, New Possibilities: Two Gaming Projects I’m Watching
I put thousands of hours into Tribes back in the day. So when I see people still building on games like that, I pay attention. I recently…
Opinion
A Decent Home Shouldn’t Be a Luxury
A decent home should be affordable to buy, economical to run, and straightforward to obtain. AI and 3D construction should help us get there.
Gaming
AION 2: A Beautiful World, With Strings Attached
A beautiful world, enjoyable flight, and a divided community. My take on AION 2, its spending pressure, and why I prefer optional convenience purchases.
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Where to Find Legacy Hardware and Media: A Practical ZIP Drive Buying Guide
Where to look for legacy storage, from Amazon, eBay, and Mercari to surplus and thrift stores—and how to check connections, media, condition, and total cost before buying.
Opinion
When Did Good Enough Stop Being Good Enough?
From high-school ZIP disks to modern Linux and flagship phones, I ask what makes an upgrade worthwhile—and why the right tool isn’t always the newest.
Gaming
Install Epic Games Launcher on Ubuntu, Debian, and Fedora — Fortnite Is Coming
Install Epic’s native Linux launcher preview on Ubuntu, Debian, or Fedora, sign in, and open your library. Plus the latest on Fortnite coming to Linux.
Gaming
A Brief History of World of Warcraft: Moments We Remember
From first steps in Azeroth to crowds returning for Classic, here are the moments that made World of Warcraft bigger than a game.
Gaming
WoW Forever Addons on Linux: Easy Setup with CurseForge and WowUp
Set up CurseForge or WowUp on Linux, connect your WoW Forever installation, and install your first addon.
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