The 6 Linux distros I expect to rule 2026 - as someone who's tested hundreds of them

Which Linux distributions will rise above the competition in 2026 to dethrone the old guard? Here are my picks.
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I Replaced Windows 11 With Linux Mint. Here Are 7 Things It Does Much Better

Linux Mint beats Windows 11 in more ways than I expected, but switching still comes with real trade-offs.

Proton for PC Gaming, a Clear Guide to How It Works, Speed, and Compatibility

Learn how Proton runs Windows titles on Linux by translating DirectX calls into Vulkan, so you can choose games that deliver ...

What a Linux root user can do - and 8 ways you should absolutely never use it

What a Linux root user can do - and 8 ways you should absolutely never use it ...

Highguard requires Secure Boot to play, which might not be a popular move

You will also need a TPM.
XDA Developers on MSN

6 Linux distros that prove you don’t need Windows for gaming

Bazzite is great, but these 6 distros are underrated for gamers ...
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What Is FALLOUT Season 2’s Mind Control Device and Why Is It Important?

Fallout season two kicked off with a bang… Literally, if you’re one of a few unlucky people who cross paths with Mr. House or Hank MacLean. But what is it that’s making people’s heads go bang? We have ...