Best IDE for Python of 2025 By Jonni Bidwell last updated 19 March 25 Updated We list the best IDE for Python, to make it simple and easy to use an Integrated Development Environment for coding with Python.
LinuxFX 10.6 review By Jonni Bidwell last updated 24 November 21 An uncannily Windows-looking distro aimed at users shifting to Linux. It’s based on long time LXF fave Linux Mint and includes a considerable number of popular applications (and Microsoft Teams).
Trisquel 9.0 review By Jonni Bidwell published 25 February 21 A Linux distro for those who take software freedom seriously.
Set up your own Slack-like chat system on Linux By Jonni Bidwell published 27 February 21 Use the proprietary Slack chat and collaboration platform? Drop it in favour of the feature-rich open source solution that’s always under your control.
Ubuntu 20.10 review By Jonni Bidwell published 25 February 21 Probably the world’s most popular Linux distribution. Now with a smoother Gnome desktop and even more Snaps.
Enso OS 0.4 review By Jonni Bidwell published 22 February 21 Swapping out Xfce’s window manager for elementary OS’s proves most pleasing to hybrid fan Jonni Bidwell.
Manjaro 20.1.1 review By Jonni Bidwell published 22 February 21 The latest point release of the ever-popular Arch-based distro. Available in Xfce, Gnome and KDE flavours. More suited to Intermediate users than beginners.
Easy OS 2.4.1 review By Jonni Bidwell published 23 January 21 An experimental, lightweight, container-friendly distro. Based on Puppy Linux via Debian Buster.
How to build a Linux-powered smart home By Jonni Bidwell published 9 January 21 Wiseguy Jonni Bidwell has some tips on making our homes and home offices smarter, with the latest FOSS offerings.
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa) operating system review By Jonni Bidwell last updated 1 July 20 Ubuntu is back and it’s better than ever.
Dell XPS 13 9360 Developer Edition review By Jonni Bidwell published 2 March 17 Ignore the name – this Linux laptop isn’t just for developers.
Bodhi Linux review By Jonni Bidwell published 25 February 17 A lightweight Ubuntu-based distro which uses its own bespoke Moksha desktop.
Zorin OS 12 Core review By Jonni Bidwell published 22 February 17 An Ubuntu-based distro aimed squarely at users comfortable with Windows or MacOS.
