Articles by Jonni Bidwell

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Best IDE for Python of 2024

By Jonni Bidwell last updated 21 May 24

Updated We list the best Integrated Development Environments (IDE) for Python, to make it simple and easy to run and test code 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.