All Linux systems have a little-known system restart function built in to the underlying kernel. Even if your computer is completely unresponsive, and pressing "Ctrl," "Alt" and "Backspace" together ...

Linux is a robust and stable operating system kernel, but there are instances where it can panic, be it due to bad hardware or bad software. It does not happen often, but it can happen. If you’re ...

If your Linux desktop freezes, don't panic; there are ways to fix it. You can use keyboard shortcuts, virtual consoles, SSH, and other tricks. These tips can help avoid a hard reboot. I started using ...

As Linux version 4.0 was released on 15 April, one of the most discussed new features to be included in this release is "no reboot" kernel patching. With the major distros committing to support the ...

When your Linux desktop freezes, it can be frustrating, especially if you're in the middle of important work. However, there are several methods to safely restart your desktop without resorting to a ...