Mayank Sharma

Mayank Sharma

With almost two decades of writing and reporting on Linux, Mayank Sharma would like everyone to think he’s TechRadar Pro’s expert on the topic. Of course, he’s just as interested in other computing topics, particularly cybersecurity, cloud, containers, and coding.

Articles by: Mayank Sharma

Linux

Best USB bootable distro of 2025

By Mayank Sharma last updated

Updated We list the best USB bootable distros, to make it simple and easy to run Linux just from a USB stick.

Soax proxy service

SOAX proxy service review

By Mayank Sharma last updated

Our review of the SOAX proxy service, looking at its features, pricing, and ease of use, while comparing its strengths and weaknesses to rival proxy services.

Apps

Best no-code platforms of 2025

By Mayank Sharma published

Here’s our list of the best no-code platforms that’ll help you create web and mobile apps for both Android and iOS, without writing a single line of code.

Screenshor of the homepage of Zapier Interfaces

I tried Zapier Interfaces, a useful no-code platform for integrating with Zapier tools, but otherwise limited compared to rivals

By Mayank Sharma published

Zapier Interfaces helps create customer portals, and dashboards to complement your automated Zapier workflows.

Screenshot of Codev's website

I tried Codev and found it to be one of the simplest no-code platforms to use

By Mayank Sharma published

One of the easiest to use no-code platforms, Codev relies on AI to help create simple web apps using natural language.

Screenshot of Glide's homepage

I tried out Glide, a good option if you’re looking to quickly build data-driven apps without much effort

By Mayank Sharma published

Glide is an all in one no-code platform to convert your existing business data into responsive apps.

Homepage of the Thunkable no-code platform

I tested Thunkable, a good point-and-click no-code app builder full of features and functionality

By Mayank Sharma published

Thunkable can build mobile and web apps and offers a Scratch-like logic system.

Landing page of the Softr no-code platform

I tested Softr and thought it was one of the best no-code platforms for rolling out web apps, built on existing data

By Mayank Sharma published

Softr helps convert existing business data into all kinds of business apps.

Main page of the Bildr no-code app creator

I tested Bildr, and found this no-code app creator great for building well-designed and feature-rich web apps

By Mayank Sharma published

Use Buildr to build all kinds of aesthetically pleasing apps, and more.

Homepage of the Bubble no-code app creator

I tested Bubble, a no-code app creator with an extensive set of features suitable for everything from simple to sophisticated apps

By Mayank Sharma published

Use Bubble to build complex business app that scale well.

Main page of the Lovable AI no-code platform

I tried the Lovable no-code app development platform, an found how it uses AI to not just create, but also extend, and debug fully responsive, feature-rich web apps.

By Mayank Sharma published

Lovable makes extensive use of AI to help anyone create, and publish web apps with ease.

Homepage of the Adalo no-code app creation platform

I tried Adalo, one of the easiest no-code platforms for building mobile, and web apps

By Mayank Sharma published

One of the easiest no-code platforms for building mobile, and web apps.

Welcome page of the Hostinger Horizons no-code platform

I tested Hostinger Horizons - read what I thought of this commendable no-code app development platform for creating feature-rich web apps

By Mayank Sharma published

Hostinger has ventured into the no-code space with Horizons, which makes extensive use of AI to democratize app development.

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Best alternative operating systems of 2025

By Alex Cox last updated

Updated Check out these unique alternative operating systems you can install on your computer, from the sublime to nostalgic to the bizarre.

Webroot Business Endpoint Protection website screenshot

Webroot Business Endpoint Protection review

By Mayank Sharma last updated

Let’s see if Webroot’s Business Endpoint Protection is a good choice for your business.

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Best NAS & media server distro of 2025

By Mayank Sharma last updated

Updated We list the best NAS & media server distros, to make it simple and easy to setup a storage and streaming server on your network.

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Best Arch Linux distro of 2025

By Mayank Sharma last updated

Updated We list the best Arch Linux distros, to make it simple and easy to find the best flavor for you of this popular security distro.

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Best Linux distro for Windows users of 2025

By Mayank Sharma last updated

Updated We list the best Linux distros for Windows users, to make it simple and easy for Windows users to take a leap and try Linux without feeling overwhelmed.

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Best lightweight Linux distro of 2025

By Mayank Sharma last updated

Updated We list the best lightweight Linux distros, to make it simple and easy to run a simpler Linux OS on older x86 machines.

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Best Linux distro for beginners of 2025

By Mayank Sharma last updated

Updated We list the best Linux distros for beginners, to make it simple and easy to get started with this open source operating system.

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Best Linux repair and rescue distro of 2025

By Mayank Sharma last updated

Updated We list the best Linux repair and rescue distros, to make it simple and easy to recover and fix your distro in the event of a crash.

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What is PyTorch?

By Mayank Sharma published

Developed by Meta, PyTorch is a popular machine learning library that helps develop and train neural networks.

AI Education

What is TensorFlow?

By Mayank Sharma published

Developed by Google, TensorFlow is a software framework that’s widely used for training and inference of neural networks.

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What is a Generative Adversarial Network?

By Mayank Sharma published

A Generative Adversarial Network is a type of machine learning model that can generate new data.

Machine Learning AI

What is Deep Learning?

By Mayank Sharma published

Deep learning models go above and beyond traditional machine learning and can process data and recognize patterns much more efficiently.

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