Switching to Linux is easier than ever. Learn how modern Linux systems work for everyday users — with real facts, examples, and reasons to finally leave Windows behind.

Pick the right Linux distro for your exact computer: make → model → year range. Mapped to modern (Tier A) and lightweight (Tier B) options, with notes and certified hardware links.

Most ‘obsolete’ computers are just waiting for a smarter operating system. Here’s how to find one that fits.

A practical and slightly mischievous guide to convincing stubborn computers to boot Linux — whether Tails, Ubuntu, Fedora, or anything else with a penguin.

How to stay connected, powered, and productive when darkness or outages strike — from ham radios to Linux laptops and flashlights.

Practical steps for Kirksville residents to make old laptops run faster without spending a fortune. Local advice from Switchboard Tech Services.

How open-source software and right-to-repair thinking strengthen small-town tech independence.

A practical guide from Switchboard Tech Services in Kirksville on replacing expensive software with free, open-source tools for Windows and Linux users.

When money’s tight, free software like Linux keeps Kirksville running. How open-source tools save cash, extend hardware life, and build real tech skills in our community.

Linux already powers most of the world — and now it can power Kirksville. Here’s how open-source systems can make your computers faster, safer, and built to last.