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1. The Bash Shell Environment

   An introduction to the Bash shell and the elements that compose its environment.

2. Get TextExpander Functionality on GNU/Linux With AutoKey

   Harness powerful desktop automation on your GNU/Linux system with AutoKey.

3. A Markdown Primer

   Markdown is a writing format that can help you more easily generate and maintain content intended to become HTML.

4. Download Media With youtube-dl

   If you would like an offline copy of online media content, a tool like youtube-dl can often help you.

5. Manipulating Text With Bash String Operators

   Learn how to effectively manipulate strings with built-in Bash operators.

6. Working With Git

   Developers and writers can benefit from Git's version control capabilities. This post can help you get started and serve as a useful reference.

7. A Better Search Experience With DuckDuckGo

   DuckDuckGo is a feature-packed privacy-focused search engine that can improve your search experience.

8. Where to Buy GNU/Linux-Powered Computers

   There is an ever-growing number of providers for GNU/Linux computers. Here are some good options.

9. GNU/Linux Documentation

   Getting a handle on GNU/Linux documentation will help you become an adept GNU/Linux user.

10. vim Reference

    If you are a vim tyro, or an expert that needs a refresher, a reference page of common vim operations can be helpful.