Alright, let’s address the elephant in the room: why is BlindLinux.com so MATE desktop-centric? I’ve heard the feedback, and I want to be upfront and honest about where things stand. I think you all deserve an explanation. First and foremost, this website is barely a month old. Let that sink in. A month. Expecting comprehensive […]
It’s not often that I talk about a package which is text console only, and runs in a terminal, however cmus is one of those rare exceptions, as it’s just so slick, and awesome once you learn how to use it. Honestly, it has quickly become my go-to music player. Don’t get me wrong. I […]
Fedora Workstation is renowned for its cutting-edge technology and commitment to open-source principles. But one of its most powerful, yet often overlooked, features is the dnf group system. Whether you’re a seasoned Linux user or a newcomer, sighted or blind, dnf groups can significantly streamline your software installation experience. What are DNF Groups? Think of […]
As a blind Linux user relying on Orca, I’ve encountered a frustrating issue with Mozilla applications packaged as Snaps, particularly Thunderbird. While Orca often works seamlessly in other applications, the Snap versions of Mozilla software present a significant accessibility hurdle. The problem? Word echo frequently fails, rendering the experience frustrating, at best. Let me illustrate […]
Have you ever been curious how to navigate the popular Mate desktop graphical environment using the Orca screen reader? In this guide, I will show you the basics to get you up and running as quickly as possible. I hope this helps!