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How to Expand Encrypted Disk on Ubuntu Linux

The process to expand encrypted disk on Ubuntu Linux can be complex if not done correctly. We may need to take these steps because an encrypted disk on Ubuntu Linux can sometimes show a smaller disk size compared to the actual disk capacity. I asked Mixtral LeChat, what this problem was and how to fix […]

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Evolution of Open Source Office Software since 1990s

In this post, we will look into the evolution of open source office software, from its humble beginnings in the 1990s to the robust, feature-rich suites available today. We’ll explore the major players, web-based solutions, lesser-known tools, and mobile apps that have shaped the open-source office software landscape. This post was updated in June 2026.

A Homage to Abiword Open Source Word Processor

AbiWord, the lightweight open source word processor, brings back fond memories. My recent Debian 12 installation on a Lenovo ThinkCentre brought me face-to-face with that 2020 script listing AbiWord alongside other utilities. It was a potent reminder of simpler times. AbiWord was one of the first word processing applications I seriously used on Linux. Its […]

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Useful Online Office Suites for Productivity for Linux

This blog post discusses some popular online office suites for productivity for Linux users. यह व्यापक मार्गदर्शिका  वेब-आधारित ऑफिस सुइट्स की चर्चा करता है। इसमें उनकी सुविधाएं, मूल्यांकन मापदंड और भविष्य की दिशाओं की जाँच की गई है। यह किसी भी व्यक्ति के लिए वेब-आधारित ऑफिस उपकरणों को समझने के लिए एक संसाधन है।

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A long term user’s Review of onlyoffice

In this post, find my review of Onlyoffice. As an author, solopreneur, and startup founder, my daily workflow demands an office suite that can keep up with content creation, document management, and seamless collaboration. For years, traditional office software fell short, which led me to dive deep into ONLYOFFICE. I used zoho office for the […]

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Lookback – Twentyfive Years using Linux and Open Source

In January 2026, I completed twentyfive  years using Linux and open source software January of 2017 marks my Fifteen years . I had written this post originally around that era, but this post never got published. Learn how I got introduced to Linux, open source software, my early years with RPM based distributions, installation challenges, […]