Dimitrios Savvopoulos

About Dimitrios Savvopoulos

Dimitrios is an MSc Mechanical Engineer but a Linux enthusiast in heart. His machines are powered by Arch Linux but curiosity drives him to constantly test other distros. Challenge is part of his personality and his hobby is to compete from 5k to the marathon distance.

How to Install Arch Linux on a Raspberry Pi 4 [Step-by-step Tutorial for Beginners]

Last updated August 5, 2020 By Dimitrios Savvopoulos Leave a Comment

BTW, you can use Arch Linux on Raspberry Pi too. Here’s a detailed tutorial with proper steps to show how to install Arch Linux on Raspberry Pi.

Manjaro vs Arch Linux: What’s the Difference? Which one is Better?

Last updated August 1, 2020 By Dimitrios Savvopoulos 24 Comments

Manjaro or Arch Linux? If Manjaro is based on Arch, how come is it different from Arch? Read how different and similar are Arch and Manjaro.

How to Install Google Chrome in Arch-based Linux Distributions

Last updated July 27, 2020 By Dimitrios Savvopoulos 16 Comments

A step-by-step beginner’s tutorial showing how to install Google chrome in Arch, Manjaro and other Arch-based Linux distributions.

How to Use the eopkg Commands to Manage Packages in Solus Linux

Last updated July 10, 2020 By Dimitrios Savvopoulos 1 Comment

A beginner’s guide to using eopkg command for managing packages in Solus Linux. Learn the basic commands with examples.

How to Make a Transparent Background in GIMP [Step by Step Guide]

Last updated July 13, 2020 By Dimitrios Savvopoulos 10 Comments

Learn how to remove the background of an image and make it transparent using the free and open source Image editor GIMP.

How to Create a Pareto Diagram [80/20 Rule] in LibreOffice Calc

Last updated July 2, 2020 By Dimitrios Savvopoulos 1 Comment

In this LibreOffice tip, you’ll learn to create the famous Pareto chart in LibreOffice spreadsheet tool, i.e. Calc.

How to crop images in GIMP [Quick Tip]

Last updated June 27, 2020 By Dimitrios Savvopoulos 1 Comment

Here’s another GIMP beginner tutorial. In this one, you’ll learn how to cut an image in GIMP. The screenshots will help you see cropping of image in action.

Manjaro Linux Review: ‘Arch Linux for Human Beings’ Provides Rolling Release for Every User

Last updated June 13, 2020 By Dimitrios Savvopoulos 49 Comments

Take a look at the features of Manjaro Linux in general, understand why people like Manjaro and check the performance comparison of Cinnamon flavor with Linux Mint.

How to Create Curve Text in GIMP in 5 Simple Steps [GIMP Beginner’s Tutorial]

Last updated June 7, 2020 By Dimitrios Savvopoulos 10 Comments

Using the ‘text along path’ feature, you can bend text in GIMP. Here’s a screenshot tutorial to show you the steps for creating curve text in GIMP.