It isn’t easy to figure out which of the many Linux apps out there are actually worth installing. Between endless GitHub projects, giant distro repositories, and half-abandoned apps, you can lose a whole afternoon just browsing before you even install anything.
So, I decided to cut through the noise. I’ve been checking my own workflows, looking at what’s actively maintained, and thinking about what’s genuinely fun or useful to explore when you’ve got a little downtime.
This week, I’ve pulled together six apps that are easy to install, practical for everyday use, and interesting enough that you’ll likely learn something new while trying them.
LinuxToday is a trusted, contributor-driven news resource supporting all types of Linux users. Our thriving international community engages with us through social media and frequent content contributions aimed at solving problems ranging from personal computing to enterprise-level IT operations. LinuxToday serves as a home for a community that struggles to find comparable information elsewhere on the web.
Property of TechnologyAdvice. © 2025 TechnologyAdvice. All Rights Reserved
Advertiser Disclosure: Some of the products that appear on this site are from companies from which TechnologyAdvice receives compensation. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site including, for example, the order in which they appear. TechnologyAdvice does not include all companies or all types of products available in the marketplace.