Linux – AddictiveTips https://www.addictivetips.com Tech tips to make you smarter Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:07:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 https://www.addictivetips.com/app/uploads/2022/11/cropped-Social-Media-Logo-32x32-1.jpg Linux – AddictiveTips https://www.addictivetips.com 32 32 How to Play GTA 5 on Linux: Complete Installation & Setup Guide https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/play-grand-theft-auto-5-on-linux/ https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/play-grand-theft-auto-5-on-linux/#comments Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:38:51 +0000 https://www.addictivetips.com/?p=365432 Welcome to our guide on how to play Grand Theft Auto 5 (GTA 5) on Linux. While GTA 5 is not natively supported on Linux, it is possible to run the game using a combination of Valve’s Steam client, the Proton compatibility layer, and a few tweaks to your system settings. This guide will walk […]

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]]> Best Openbox Themes: Customize Your Linux Desktop https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/install-openbox-themes-on-linux/ https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/install-openbox-themes-on-linux/#comments Fri, 08 Aug 2025 13:34:32 +0000 https://www.addictivetips.com/?p=261047 Openbox is an incredible window manager, with dozens of themes available. Sadly, due to how little publicity it gets, not a lot of Linux users know how to install OpenBox themes. That’s why in this tutorial, we’ll go over exactly how to install Openbox themes. Install Obconf Before installing any new themes to the Openbox window […]

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]]> https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/install-openbox-themes-on-linux/feed/ 1 How to Play N64 Games on RetroArch: Setup Guide https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/play-n64-games-with-retroarch-on-linux/ Fri, 08 Aug 2025 13:32:21 +0000 https://www.addictivetips.com/?p=327703 The RetroArch application can emulate almost any retro gaming console, old computer; you name it. The way the program can do this is by allowing the user to enable “Cores.” These “Cores” are plugins that contain everything that the user needs to run software for a specific game console, old PC platform or even specialized […]

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]]> How to check CPU temperature on Linux https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/check-cpu-temperature-on-linux/ https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/check-cpu-temperature-on-linux/#comments Thu, 10 Jul 2025 09:55:32 +0000 https://www.addictivetips.com/?p=356722 Your CPU (central processing unit) is the control center for your computer. As it works, it creates heat. Too much heat can cause hardware failure, sluggish responses, and performance problems. Checking your CPU temperature on your Linux system is helpful to be sure it’s running at optimal levels. If it is running hot, you can […]

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]]> https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/check-cpu-temperature-on-linux/feed/ 5 How to check CPU temperature on Linux nonadult How to host a TeamSpeak server in Docker https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/how-to-host-a-teamspeak-server-in-docker/ Wed, 28 Feb 2024 15:54:21 +0000 https://www.addictivetips.com/?p=507142 TeamSpeak is a great option for those who want to host their voice communication channels, rather than rely on something like Discord, etc. In this guide, we’ll show you how you can quickly deploy a TeamSpeak server in Docker on an Ubuntu Server. How to install Docker on Ubuntu Server Before you can deploy your […]

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]]> Use Tailscale in Docker containers on Linux https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/use-tailscale-in-docker-containers-on-linux/ Sat, 24 Feb 2024 16:04:41 +0000 https://www.addictivetips.com/?p=506431 Tailscale enables users to create their virtual network using WireGuard. This makes system administration on Linux easier by allowing access to host services from anywhere, without the need to open ports. Here’s how you can integrate Tailscale in Docker containers. How to read the Tailscale Docker compose file The easiest way to deploy a Docker […]

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]]> How to use ZeroTier in Docker on Linux https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/how-to-use-zerotier-in-docker-on-linux/ Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:30:44 +0000 https://www.addictivetips.com/?p=505759 ZeroTier is impressive software that enables users to create a “modern, secure, multi-point virtualized network”. It has a wide range of applications, but one of its standout uses is integrating it into Docker containers to facilitate easier connectivity. Here’s a guide on how to integrate ZeroTier into your Docker containers. How to create your ZeroTier […]

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]]> How to suspend and resume apps on Linux https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/how-to-suspend-and-resume-apps-on-linux/ Tue, 13 Feb 2024 20:36:13 +0000 https://www.addictivetips.com/?p=505774 If you need to suspend or resume a program on Linux, there are several methods available. The kill command is a widely used option, and the htop terminal-based task manager is another. In this guide, we’ll demonstrate how to utilize both tools to suspend and resume running applications on Linux. How to find an application’s […]

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]]> How to set up Distrobox on Steam Deck https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/how-to-set-up-distrobox-on-steam-deck/ Mon, 29 Jan 2024 10:34:40 +0000 https://www.addictivetips.com/?p=504973 Steam Deck’s SteamOS is powerful, offering a full Arch Linux desktop, but it’s immutable and uses atomic updates (where updates happen all at once, keeping the system stable). So, you can’t install programs the usual way. Enter Distrobox. It lets you create a containerized environment on SteamOS, where you can install and run any program, […]

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]]> How to set up MergerFS on Ubuntu Server https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/how-to-set-up-mergerfs-on-ubuntu-server/ Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:50:30 +0000 https://www.addictivetips.com/?p=504970 MergerFS is an excellent tool for combining multiple hard drives into one location to maximize space. It pools multiple storage drives into a single, large file system, simplifying data management. MergerFS is particularly useful for running a Media Server. In this guide, we’ll demonstrate how to install MergerFS on Ubuntu Server, identify hard drives for […]

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]]> How to set up a NixOS home server https://www.addictivetips.com/ubuntu-linux-tips/how-to-set-up-a-nixos-home-server/ Wed, 10 Jan 2024 10:36:50 +0000 https://www.addictivetips.com/?p=504463 NixOS is an incredible Linux operating system for servers, as it allows you to configure everything ahead of time and replicate it in deployments by simply sharing a configuration file. In this guide, we’ll show you how you can set up your own NixOS home server. Downloading NixOS NixOS is available for download on the […]

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