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Convert Excel Spreadsheet File Format (XLS, XLSX) to CSV

Learn about the Free and Open Source Software options available to convert Excel spreadsheet file format (XLS/XLSX) to Comma Separated Values (CSV).

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Is an RSS or Feed Reader Robbing Your Experience?

Gain insight into my thoughtful response to Antonio Santos's intriguing blog post, 'Your RSS Reader is Robbing You'.

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Little Bits: Issue #38 For June 2026

A new issue awaits to be explored and discovered with endless blog posts, books, gaming, hardware, music, news, open source software and so much more.

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Add Operating System Installation Date to Fastfetch

Quick and easily add the operating system's installation date to Fastfetch configuration using this comprehensive guide.

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Quickly Find Undefined or Null YAML Keys with YQ

Use this solution to quickly find a YAML (YAML Ain't Markup Language) key within front matter that is undefined or has a value of null using yq.

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Junited: Blog Post Recommendations for June 2026

Explore hidden blog post gems found on the Internet in this years Junited tradition to share enjoyable blog posts while one discovers new bloggers.

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GentleOS: A Hobby Operating System for Vintage PCs

Relive the nostalgia or discover for the first time the joy of a vintage computing using GentleOS for 16-bit and 32-bit Personal Computers (PCs).

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Change Default Linux/Unix Image Viewer Application

Use this complete guide to change the default image viewer application for a graphical desktop environment on a GNU/Linux or Unix operating system.

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Change gPodder's Default Data and Download Directory

Learn how to change gPodder's default data and download directory using environment variables on GNU/Linux or Unix with Xorg/Wayland and Windows.

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Little Bits: Issue #37 For May 2026

Unearth hidden gems of the Internet in this jam packed issue covering topics of gaming, hardware, music, open source, privacy, tech, and more.