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Switched to Linux? Thanks for Sharing!

As part of its 25th-anniversary celebrations, Linux Professional Institute (LPI) launched the “Switch to Linux” campaign to promote open source adoption and assist individuals in their professional development. The campaign offers a 25% discount on the Linux Essentials exam for … Read more

From Home Lab to Linux Certification: Rodiel’s Journey

Hi, I’m Rodiel Lezcano, and if you had told me a few years ago that I’d be diving deep into Linux, studying open-source technologies, and configuring firewalls in my home lab for fun, I probably wouldn’t have believed you. I’ve … Read more

Morrolinux: The Economics of Open Source

According to reports from SNS and Global Market Insights, the open source market is currently valued at $30 billion and is projected to reach $120 billion within the next decade. But how can such a massive market exist around software … Read more

Morrolinux: AI, the FOSS Way

Harnessing the Power of Open Source AI: Free Tools for Creativity and Productivity Whether you’re editing images, isolating vocals, transcribing audio, or experimenting with Large Language Models (LLMs), open source AI offers some of the best solutions available today. From … Read more

Founders Dan York and Evan Leibovitch Entered as LPI Fellows

Created by Linux Professional Institute (LPI) in 2024, the Hall of Fellows formally recognizes individuals who have made long-term contributions through their open source advocacy and have shaped the organization and the broader free and open source communities. More than … Read more

Quantum Computing: Open Source Communities Tackle Unique Challenges, Part 2

The first article in this series explained the special challenges faced in quantum computing to teams and companies building open source communities. For that article, I interviewed leaders for the classiq library and OQTOPUS. In this concluding article, I interview … Read more

Quantum Computing: Open Source Communities Tackle Unique Challenges, Part 1

The challenges of building a community around free and open source software are the topic of numerous books and articles. I chose quantum computing for this article because open source projects face extra barriers there. Quantum computing requires an advanced … Read more

TUXEDO Has Learned How to Make and Market a GNU/Linux Computer

CEO Herbert Feiler founded TUXEDO Computers GmbH in Bayreuth, Germany, in 2004. Today, the company is based in Augsburg. However, it took some time to develop the strategy that would make TUXEDO a successful vendor specializing almost entirely in computers … Read more

LPI Welcomes New Board Members

Toronto, 2025-07-11 — Linux Professional Institute (LPI) announces the formation of its new Board of Directors, constituted at the inaugural meeting held on July 10. Four new Members and one returning Member, elected at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on … Read more

Going Bananas for 5G: Recipe for a FOSS Network

The demand for fast, reliable mobile connections is skyrocketing as smartphones, tablets, smart TVs and IoT devices flood the market. Older networks struggle to keep up, leading to slowdowns and instability. Enter 5G, powered by open source innovation and offering … Read more