Canonical/Ubuntu: LTS, Backup, Gaming, and Weekly Newsletter

posted by Roy Schestowitz on Feb 28, 2023

• Ubuntu 22.04.2 is as predictable as an operating system can be… and that's a good thing | ZDNET

  When the latest point release of Canonical's Ubuntu desktop operating system was made available, it made me realize that this particular take on Linux (as well as the mother of all distributions… Debian) is totally antithetical to much of society.

  Let me illustrate this by way of a mobile phone metaphor. For a very long time, anyone who designed, created, and manufactured smartphones understood that every release had to have a serious "wow" factor. Without that, no one would pay attention. Why? Because society wants to be wowed, wooed, and impressed. Society is always looking for the "latest and greatest," the thing that makes the biggest splash and has the most impressive set of new features.

  Those who embrace technology came to expect projects to come out with new features that would blow them away. They wanted pomp, circumstance, and cake (because who doesn't want cake?).

• Ubuntu backup and recovery: Keeping your data safe and recovering lost data

  Backup and recovery are crucial components of any data management strategy, regardless of whether you're dealing with personal files, business data, or mission-critical applications. Accidental deletion, hardware failure, theft, cyber-attacks, and natural disasters are some factors that can lead to data loss. The consequences can be severe, ranging from the inconvenience and financial losses to reputation damage and legal liabilities.

• Ubuntu gaming: A comprehensive guide to playing games on Linux

  Gaming on Linux has come a long way in recent years, and Ubuntu is one of the most popular Linux distributions for gaming enthusiasts. With the right setup, Ubuntu can provide an excellent gaming experience, offering access to a broad range of games, including popular titles like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, Dota 2, and Rocket League.

• Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter Issue 776

  Welcome to the Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter, Issue 776 for the week of February 19 - 25, 2023. The full version of this issue is available here.

• The Fridge: Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter Issue 776