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Windows
Files & Archives
7-Zip
Current version25.00
Fast archive utility for 7z, ZIP and many other archive formats.
Igor Pavlov · since 1999
Linux
Windows
macOS
Web Development
Apache HTTP Server
Current version2.4.68
Powerful open-source web server for local and production web projects.
Apache Software Foundation · since 1995
Linux
Windows
macOS
Audio & Music
Audacity
Current version3.7.8
Multitrack audio editor for recording, cutting, editing and exporting audio files.
Audacity Team · since 2000
New Linux
Windows
macOS
System Tools
balenaEtcher
Current version2.1.6
Writes ISO and image files to USB drives or memory cards in a particularly simple and safe way. Its clear interface reduces operating errors and verifies the drive after writing.
Especially suitable forInstallation media and Raspberry Pi images
balena · since 2016
Linux
Windows
System Tools
BleachBit
Current version6.0.2
Removes temporary files, browser data and system remnants that are no longer needed.
Andrew Ziem · since 2008
Linux
Windows
macOS
Graphics & Design
Blender
Current version5.2 LTS
Professional 3D suite for modelling, animation, rendering, video editing and effects.
Blender Foundation · since 1994
Linux
Windows
macOS
Development & Editors
Bluefish
Current version2.4.2
Fast source-code editor with tools for web development and large projects.
Bluefish-Team · since 1998
Linux
Windows
macOS
E-books
Calibre
Current version9.11.0
Manages, converts and transfers extensive e-book collections.
Kovid Goyal · since 2006
Linux
Multimedia
Cheese
Current version44.1
Simple GNOME application for taking photos and recording videos with a webcam.
GNOME · since 2007
Linux
Windows
macOS
Content Management
Contao
Current version5.7
Flexible open-source CMS for professional, accessible websites and web applications.
Contao Association · since 2006
Linux
Windows
Photos & Images
Converseen
Current version0.15.1.2
Converts, resizes and rotates many images at once in a single operation.
Francesco Mondello · since 2009
Linux
Windows
macOS
Photos & Images
DigiKam
Current version8.8.0
Powerful photo manager with metadata, ratings, search and image-editing features.
KDE · since 2001
Linux
Windows
macOS
Communication
Discord
Current version1.0.149
Free platform for voice, video and text communication in groups.
Discord Inc. · since 2015
Linux
Windows
macOS
Communication
Element
Current version1.12.x
Decentralised messenger based on the Matrix protocol with end-to-end encryption.
Element · since 2017
Linux
Windows
macOS
Browsers & Internet
FileZilla
Current version3.x
FTP, FTPS and SFTP client for transferring files to servers and web storage.
FileZilla Project · since 2001
Linux
Windows
macOS
Browsers & Internet
Firefox
Current version152.0.6
Open web browser with extensions, synchronisation and extensive privacy features.
Mozilla · since 2002
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Windows
macOS
Engineering & CAD
FreeCAD
Current version1.1.1
Parametric 3D CAD application for technical models, components, engineering projects and 3D printing. Dimensions can be changed later in a traceable way.
Especially suitable forTechnical drawings and 3D printing
FreeCAD Community · since 2002
New Linux
Windows
macOS
Backup & Synchronisation
FreeFileSync
Current version14.10
Compares folders and synchronises files between hard drives, network shares and external storage. A preview and several synchronisation modes help you review changes in advance.
Especially suitable forFolder comparison and local backup copies
Zenju · since 2008
Linux
Windows
macOS
Graphics & Design
GIMP
Current version3.2.4
Powerful image editor for photos, composites, retouching and web graphics.
GIMP Development Team · since 1996
Linux
Windows
macOS
Development & Editors
GNU Emacs
Current version30.2
Highly customisable text editor and working environment with an extensive extension system.
GNU Project · since 1985
Linux
Windows
macOS
Browsers & Internet
Google Chrome
Current version150.0.7871.128
Free browser from Google with synchronisation and broad extension support.
Google · since 2008
Linux
Multimedia
guvcview
Current version2.x
Webcam viewer and recording application with many camera controls for Linux.
Paulo Assis · since 2008
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Windows
macOS
Video & Streaming
HandBrake
Current version1.11.0
Converts videos into modern formats and provides easy-to-understand presets for devices, the web and archiving. Chapters, subtitles, audio tracks and quality levels can be adjusted individually.
Especially suitable forVideo conversion and smaller file sizes
HandBrake Team · since 2003
Linux
Windows
macOS
Graphics & Design
Inkscape
Current version1.4.2
Professional vector graphics editor for logos, illustrations, diagrams and SVG files.
Inkscape Project · since 2003
New Linux
Windows
macOS
Notes
Joplin
Current version3.6.15
Note and task manager with Markdown, attachments, end-to-end encryption and freely selectable synchronisation. Complete notebooks can also be exported.
Especially suitable forPrivate notes, tasks and knowledge collections
Laurent Cozic and community · since 2016
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Windows
macOS
Video & Streaming
Kdenlive
Current version26.04.3
Comprehensive non-linear video editor with multiple tracks, effects, transitions, proxy files and flexible export. Suitable for short clips as well as larger projects.
Especially suitable forAdvanced video editing without a subscription
KDE Community · since 2003
Linux
Windows
macOS
Security
KeePassXC
Current version2.7.12
Local password manager for encrypted password databases without mandatory cloud use.
KeePassXC-Team · since 2016
Linux
Windows
macOS
Multimedia
Kodi
Current version21.3 Omega
Media centre for organising and playing films, music, images and streams.
Kodi Foundation · since 2002
Linux
Windows
macOS
Graphics & Design
Krita
Current version5.2.13
Digital painting and drawing application with brushes, layers and illustration tools.
Krita Foundation · since 2005
Linux
Windows
macOS
Office & Documents
LibreOffice
Current version26.2.4
Complete office suite for documents, spreadsheets, presentations, drawings and databases.
The Document Foundation · since 2010
Linux
Windows
macOS
Audio & Music
LMMS
Current version1.2.2
Digital audio workstation for producing, arranging and mixing music.
LMMS Project · since 2004
New Linux
Windows
macOS
Audio & Music
MuseScore Studio
Current version4.7.4
Creates, edits and prints sheet music for solo instruments, ensembles and orchestras. Playback, MusicXML import and numerous templates support arranging.
Especially suitable forMusic notation, composition and arrangements
MuseScore · since 2002
New Windows
Development & Editors
Notepad++
Current version8.9.7
Fast Windows text editor with syntax highlighting, tabs, macros, plugins and powerful search. Particularly useful for configuration files, scripts and small code changes.
Especially suitable forFast text and code editing on Windows
Don Ho · since 2003
Linux
Windows
macOS
Video & Streaming
OBS Studio
Current version32.1.2
Screen recording and live-streaming software with scenes, sources, filters and an audio mixer.
OBS Project · since 2012
New Linux
Windows
macOS
Office & Documents
ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors
Current version9.4.0
Free desktop suite for documents, spreadsheets, presentations, PDF files and forms. Its interface follows familiar office suites and supports common Microsoft formats.
Especially suitable forOffice files with strong format compatibility
Ascensio System SIA · since 2009
Linux
Windows
macOS
Video & Streaming
OpenShot
Current version3.5.1
Simple open-source video editor with transitions, effects, titles and multiple tracks.
OpenShot Studios · since 2008
Linux
Windows
macOS
Browsers & Internet
Opera
Current version133.0.5932.60
Free browser with built-in additional features and synchronisation.
Opera Software · since 1995
New Linux
Windows
macOS
Files & Archives
PeaZip
Current version11.2.0
Cross-platform archive manager for more than 200 formats with encryption, checksums and a portable edition. A versatile alternative to traditional archive utilities.
Especially suitable forArchives, encryption and portable use
Giorgio Tani · since 2006
Linux
Windows
macOS
Web Development
PHP
Current version8.5.7
Widely used server-side scripting language for dynamic websites and web applications.
PHP Group · since 1995
Linux
Windows
macOS
Development & Editors
Python
Current version3.14.6
General-purpose programming language with clear syntax for automation, web development and data processing.
Python Software Foundation · since 1991
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Windows
macOS
Browsers & Internet
qBittorrent
Current version5.2.3
Lightweight, ad-free BitTorrent client with queues, bandwidth rules, RSS and a web interface. It remains easy to use despite its many settings.
Especially suitable forAd-free torrent downloads
qBittorrent Project · since 2006
New Linux
Windows
macOS
Backup & Synchronisation
rclone
Current version1.74.4
Command-line tool for copying, synchronising, encrypting and mounting cloud storage. It supports many providers and is especially useful for automated workflows.
Especially suitable forCloud synchronisation and scripted automation
Nick Craig-Wood and community · since 2012
New Linux
Windows
macOS
Backup & Synchronisation
restic
Current version0.19.1
Fast, encrypted and deduplicating backup tool for local drives, servers and cloud destinations. Snapshots can be checked, searched and restored selectively.
Especially suitable forEncrypted, space-efficient backups
Restic Community · since 2014
New Windows
System Tools
Rufus
Current version4.15
Small Windows utility for creating bootable USB drives from ISO files. It supports BIOS and UEFI and does not require installation.
Especially suitable forBootable Windows and Linux USB drives
Pete Batard · since 2011
Linux
Windows
macOS
Office & Documents
Scribus
Current version1.6.6
Desktop-publishing application for brochures, flyers, books and print-ready PDF files.
Scribus-Team · since 2003
New Linux
Windows
macOS
Video & Streaming
Shotcut
Current version26.6.25
Open-source video editor with native timeline editing, many filters, 4K support and broad format compatibility. Projects can be started without importing media first.
Especially suitable forDirect video editing with many formats
Meltytech · since 2011
Linux
Windows
macOS
Games & Platforms
Steam
Current version1782866176
Free distribution and community platform for games and software.
Valve Corporation · since 2003
Windows
macOS
Video & Streaming
Streamlabs Desktop
Current version1.21.4
Free streaming software with scenes, overlays, alerts and built-in additional features.
Streamlabs · since 2014
New Linux
Windows
macOS
Backup & Synchronisation
Syncthing
Current version2.1.2
Synchronises folders directly and securely between your own devices without requiring central cloud storage. Management is handled through a convenient local web interface.
Especially suitable forDirect device synchronisation without a cloud account
Syncthing Community · since 2013
New Linux
Communication
Telegram
Current version7.0.3
A new era of communication. Pure instant messaging—simple, fast, secure and synchronised across devices. One of the world's most frequently downloaded apps, with more than 500 million active users.
Telegram FZ-LLC · since 2013
Linux
Windows
macOS
Communication
Thunderbird
Current version152.0.1
Email, calendar and contacts application for multiple accounts and providers.
Mozilla · since 2003
Linux
System Tools
Timeshift
Current version24.06.6
Creates Linux system snapshots that can be used to restore system files.
Linux Mint · since 2013
Linux
Windows
macOS
Virtualisation
VirtualBox
Current version7.2.x
Virtualisation software for running additional operating systems in virtual machines.
Oracle · since 2007
Linux
Windows
macOS
Development & Editors
Visual Studio Code
Current version1.129.1
Powerful code editor with debugger, terminal, Git integration and extensions.
Microsoft · since 2015
Linux
Windows
macOS
Multimedia
VLC media player
Current version3.0.23
VLC is a free and open-source multimedia player and framework for several operating systems. It plays most multimedia files as well as DVDs, audio CDs, VCDs and various streaming protocols.
VideoLAN · since 2001
Linux
Windows
macOS
Development & Editors
VSCodium
Current version1.129.1
Open VS Code variant without Microsoft telemetry or proprietary branding components.
VSCodium Community · since 2018
Linux
Windows
macOS
Content Management
WordPress
Current version7.0.2
Widely used open-source CMS for websites, blogs and editorial content.
WordPress Foundation · since 2003
Linux
Windows
macOS
Web Development
XAMPP
Current version8.2.12
Local web-development environment with Apache, MariaDB, PHP and additional tools.
Apache Friends · since 2002
Linux
Windows
macOS
Notes
Xournal++
Current version1.2.8
Note-taking and drawing application for handwriting and PDF annotations.
Xournal++ Community · since 2017
New Windows
System Tools
PowerToys
Current version0.100.2
Microsoft PowerToys is a collection of help programs that significantly expand the productivity and customization possibilities under Windows.
Especially suitable forMicrosoft
microsoft · since 2019
New Linux
Office & Documents
Okular
Current version
Okular is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: viewing PDF files and other document formats.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need viewing PDF files and other document formats.
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Office & Documents
Document Viewer
Current version
Document Viewer is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: viewing PDF files and other document formats.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need viewing PDF files and other document formats.
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Office & Documents
Document Scanner
Current version
Document Scanner is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: scanning paper documents.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need scanning paper documents.
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Office & Documents
PDF Arranger
Current version
PDF Arranger is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: rearranging and merging PDF pages.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need rearranging and merging PDF pages.
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Engineering & CAD
OpenSCAD
Current version
OpenSCAD is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: script-based 3D CAD modelling.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need script-based 3D CAD modelling.
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New Linux
Engineering & CAD
KiCad
Current version
KiCad is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: electronics and printed circuit board design.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need electronics and printed circuit board design.
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New Linux
Photos & Images
Identity
Current version
Identity is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: comparing images and videos.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need comparing images and videos.
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Multimedia
Celluloid
Current version
Celluloid is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: lightweight video playback.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need lightweight video playback.
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Audio & Music
MusicBrainz Picard
Current version
MusicBrainz Picard is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: organising and tagging music files.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need organising and tagging music files.
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Audio & Music
Amberol
Current version
Amberol is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: simple music playback.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need simple music playback.
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Audio & Music
Elisa
Current version
Elisa is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: managing and playing music.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need managing and playing music.
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Audio & Music
Podcasts
Current version
Podcasts is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: playing podcasts.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need playing podcasts.
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Audio & Music
gPodder
Current version
gPodder is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: subscribing to and managing podcasts.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need subscribing to and managing podcasts.
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New Linux
Browsers & Internet
Chromium
Current version
Chromium is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: browsing the web.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need browsing the web.
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Browsers & Internet
Transmission
Current version
Transmission is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: downloading and sharing files through BitTorrent.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need downloading and sharing files through BitTorrent.
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New Linux
Browsers & Internet
Remmina
Current version
Remmina is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: connecting to remote desktops.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need connecting to remote desktops.
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New Linux
Communication
Signal
Current version
Signal is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: secure encrypted messaging.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need secure encrypted messaging.
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Communication
Geary
Current version
Geary is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: reading and managing email.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need reading and managing email.
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New Linux
Browsers & Internet
LocalSend
Current version
LocalSend is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: transferring files across a local network.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need transferring files across a local network.
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New Linux
Security
Flatseal
Current version
Flatseal is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: reviewing and changing Flatpak permissions.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need reviewing and changing Flatpak permissions.
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System Tools
Warehouse
Current version
Warehouse is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: managing Flatpak applications.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need managing Flatpak applications.
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Audio & Music
Easy Effects
Current version
Easy Effects is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: applying audio effects with PipeWire.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need applying audio effects with PipeWire.
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New Linux
Virtualisation
GNOME Boxes
Current version
GNOME Boxes is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: creating and running virtual machines.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need creating and running virtual machines.
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New Linux
Virtualisation
Virtual Machine Manager
Current version
Virtual Machine Manager is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: managing KVM and QEMU virtual machines.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need managing KVM and QEMU virtual machines.
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System Tools
Disk Usage Analyzer
Current version
Disk Usage Analyzer is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: analysing disk usage.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need analysing disk usage.
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System Tools
System Monitor
Current version
System Monitor is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: monitoring processes and system resource usage.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need monitoring processes and system resource usage.
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System Tools
Logs
Current version
Logs is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: viewing system logs.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need viewing system logs.
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System Tools
Firmware
Current version
Firmware is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: updating and managing device firmware.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need updating and managing device firmware.
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System Tools
Extensions
Current version
Extensions is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: managing GNOME Shell extensions.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need managing GNOME Shell extensions.
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System Tools
Calculator
Current version
Calculator is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: performing calculations.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need performing calculations.
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New Linux
Notes
Text Editor
Current version
Text Editor is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: editing plain-text files.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need editing plain-text files.
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New Linux
Photos & Images
Loupe
Current version
Loupe is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: viewing images.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need viewing images.
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New Linux
Photos & Images
Snapshot
Current version
Snapshot is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: taking photos and videos with a camera.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need taking photos and videos with a camera.
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New Linux
Notes
Calendar
Current version
Calendar is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: managing appointments and calendars.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need managing appointments and calendars.
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System Tools
Maps
Current version
Maps is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: viewing maps and planning routes.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need viewing maps and planning routes.
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System Tools
Weather
Current version
Weather is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: checking weather information.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need checking weather information.
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New Linux
Notes
Solanum
Current version
Solanum is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: managing focused work sessions with the Pomodoro method.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need managing focused work sessions with the Pomodoro method.
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E-books
Foliate
Current version
Foliate is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: reading and organising e-books.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need reading and organising e-books.
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New Linux
Notes
Planify
Current version
Planify is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: organising tasks and to-do lists.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need organising tasks and to-do lists.
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Development & Editors
GNOME Builder
Current version
GNOME Builder is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: developing and testing software.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need developing and testing software.
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Development & Editors
Workbench
Current version
Workbench is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: experimenting with and developing GNOME applications.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need experimenting with and developing GNOME applications.
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Development & Editors
Godot Engine
Current version
Godot Engine is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: developing 2D and 3D games.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need developing 2D and 3D games.
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Development & Editors
Podman Desktop
Current version
Podman Desktop is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: managing containers.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need managing containers.
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Development & Editors
Kate
Current version
Kate is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: editing text and source code.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need editing text and source code.
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Development & Editors
Apostrophe
Current version
Apostrophe is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: writing and editing Markdown documents.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need writing and editing Markdown documents.
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Web Development
Cartero
Current version
Cartero is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: testing HTTP services and APIs.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need testing HTTP services and APIs.
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Web Development
Roster
Current version
Roster is a free open-source application for Linux. Main purpose: testing HTTP services and APIs.
Especially suitable forSuitable for Linux users who need testing HTTP services and APIs.
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Games & Platforms
Lutris
Current version
Lutris is a free open-source game for Linux. Gameplay focus: organising and launching games.
Especially suitable forSuitable for players looking for organising and launching games.
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Games & Platforms
Dolphin Emulator
Current version
Dolphin Emulator is a free open-source game for Linux. Gameplay focus: emulating Nintendo GameCube and Wii games.
Especially suitable forSuitable for players looking for emulating Nintendo GameCube and Wii games.
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New Linux
Games & Platforms
PCSX2
Current version
PCSX2 is a free open-source game for Linux. Gameplay focus: emulating PlayStation 2 games.
Especially suitable forSuitable for players looking for emulating PlayStation 2 games.
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New Linux
Games & Platforms
PPSSPP
Current version
PPSSPP is a free open-source game for Linux. Gameplay focus: emulating PlayStation Portable games.
Especially suitable forSuitable for players looking for emulating PlayStation Portable games.
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New Linux
Games & Platforms
Endless Sky
Current version
Endless Sky is a free open-source game for Linux. Gameplay focus: space trading and combat.
Especially suitable forSuitable for players looking for space trading and combat.
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Games & Platforms
SuperTux
Current version
SuperTux is a free open-source game for Linux. Gameplay focus: classic platform gameplay.
Especially suitable forSuitable for players looking for classic platform gameplay.
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Games & Platforms
SuperTuxKart
Current version
SuperTuxKart is a free open-source game for Linux. Gameplay focus: kart racing.
Especially suitable forSuitable for players looking for kart racing.
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New Linux
Games & Platforms
The Battle for Wesnoth
Current version
The Battle for Wesnoth is a free open-source game for Linux. Gameplay focus: turn-based strategy.
Especially suitable forSuitable for players looking for turn-based strategy.
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Games & Platforms
OpenTTD
Current version
OpenTTD is a free open-source game for Linux. Gameplay focus: transport management and business simulation.
Especially suitable forSuitable for players looking for transport management and business simulation.
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