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A Transformative Force: Sonia Ben Othman and LPI in North Africa
Discover how Sonia Ben Othman, a trailblazer in the Linux and open source community, has transformed education and certification across North Africa and beyond. From building partnerships to empowering young graduates, her inspiring journey highlights the impact of open source … Weiterlesen
0 A.D.: Reviving History in Real-Time, in FOSS!
0 A.D., developed by Wildfire Games, is a testament to the power of collaboration and open-source development. We wanted to learn more about the game and how the creators achieve historical accuracy.In this interview, we speak with Stanislas Dolcini, a … Weiterlesen
Morrolinux: The Universal FOSS Backup
Introducing Restic Backup for Secure and Easy File Protection In today’s digital age, safeguarding the integrity of our data is imperative, especially within the realm of open-source software. Whether it’s preserving cherished memories in photographs or safeguarding critical documents crucial … Weiterlesen
The LPI Difference #2: Long-Range Thinking and Vendor Neutrality
Linux Professional Institute is celebrating its 25th anniversary as a unique organization in support of free and open source software. Although people come to LPI mostly to get professional certifications—and most of our revenue comes from certifications—our work and values … Weiterlesen
How OpenPGP Can Help Secure Your Communications and Data
In an age where digital privacy and security are constantly under threat, OpenPGP stands out as a reliable and widely adopted encryption standard. OpenPGP is a tool that can help you secure your communications and protect sensitive data through strong … Weiterlesen
An Empowerment Journey to LPI Approved Trainer: Bigani Sehurutshi
As part of our LPI25 celebrations, we’re spotlighting the remarkable professionals and the influential projects that have shaped the global open-source community. Bigani’s journey to becoming an Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Approved Trainer exemplifies this commitment. His dedication to open … Weiterlesen
Securing Your Data: Encryption with VeraCrypt & Cryptomator
In today’s digital world, personal and sensitive data is constantly being created, stored, and transmitted across networks. Whether it’s banking information, business files, or personal communications, data can easily be exposed to threats if not adequately protected. This is where … Weiterlesen
The LPI Difference #1: We Come From the Community
Linux Professional Institute (LPI) reaches its 25th anniversary as a unique organization in support of free and open source software. Although people come to LPI mostly to get professional certifications, our work and values go far beyond that. Open source … Weiterlesen
Mastering LPI Security Essentials: Your Gateway to Cybersecurity Fundamentals
This blog post on the Security Essentials certificate is part of a comprehensive 3-part series designed to guide you through the fundamentals of cybersecurity. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to solidify your knowledge, this series covers key concepts … Weiterlesen
From Linux Enthusiast to Unix Engineer: Daniele Briguglio
As part of our LPI25 anniversary series, we are proud to share the journey of Daniele Briguglio, whose passion for Linux began at the age of 14. Like many who have grown up with the open source movement, Daniele’s story … Weiterlesen
Steps Toward a Great Career in Open Source, Part 2
This is an updated version of an article originally published in October 2021. The previous article described the benefits of a career in free and open source software, along with four steps toward getting the skills you need for such … Weiterlesen
Steps Toward a Great Career in Open Source, Part 1
This is an updated version of an article originally published in October 2021. A career in free and open source software can be not only satisfying, but financially rewarding. You feel the excitement of being part of intense, goal-directed communities … Weiterlesen