My Linux Story column

My Linux Story is a community column with tales about how people got started on their Linux journeys. Do you have a story to share? Submit your proposal.

I've got 99 problems but Linux ain't one

A technology evangelist shares his open source journey.

Stumbling into Linux and open source from Vietnam to Amsterdam

Five, short personal stories about first introductions to the world of open source software.

First time with Linux: 30 installation tales

The Linux kernel turns another year older on August 25.

My first sysadmin mistake

How to focus on finding a solution amid the panic.

A simple command-line tool for recording audio

The first to broadcast entirely on Linux

You don't need a hefty budget for Linux to get on the air—and when you're ready to scale, so is Linux.

How a university network assistant used Linux in the 90s

How a part-time job as a university network assistant helped this student discover the versatility of Linux.

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