25 Must-Have Open Source Apps for Your Computer

⭐️Open source software provides an opportunity for creative expression and limitless potential, without being limited by finances or proprietary hardware.

🔑The biggest challenge when switching to Linux is finding alternative programs that fulfill your needs across different platforms.

🎮Explore gaming options on Linux through Steam and Lutris, which help you install and run popular games smoothly.

📩Signal and Telegram are secure and privacy-focused communication apps that offer end-to-end encryption for messaging.

🎥Replace traditional media players with MPV for a smoother and more efficient playback experience, and use Handbrake for media transcoding.

Are these open source apps only for Linux?

—No, these open source apps are available for various platforms, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Can I use the same apps on my phone?

—Some of these apps have mobile versions available, but the focus of this list is on computer applications.

Are these apps suitable for beginners?

—While some apps may require a learning curve, many of them have user-friendly interfaces and documentation to support beginners.

Do these open source apps have support and updates?

—Yes, most open source apps have active communities and developers who provide support and regular updates.

Are these open source apps completely free?

—Yes, these apps are free to use, modify, and distribute under open source licenses.

00:02Introduction to the purpose of this channel and the focus on showcasing alternatives in technology and open source software.

00:36Discussion on the challenges of switching to Linux and the importance of finding alternative programs and applications.

02:20Exploration of gaming options on Linux, including Steam and Lutris, which help install and run popular games on the platform.

06:00Introduction to Signal and Telegram as secure and privacy-focused communication apps with end-to-end encryption.

08:25Recommendation of MPV as a media player for a smoother and more efficient playback experience, and Handbrake for media transcoding.