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VersaLogic’s Sabertooth AI Combines Xeon-E Processor with NVIDIA RTX GPU

VersaLogic Corp. has introduced the Sabertooth AI, a compact and rugged embedded system designed for AI inferencing and high-bandwidth video applications. Featuring DDR4 ECC memory, dual GbE, and support for multiple displays, it delivers high computational performance in a small form factor for industrial and edge computing.

HackCable: USB-C Keystroke Injection Cable with RP2040 or ESP32

Kickstarter recently featured the HackCable, a USB-C cable designed for cybersecurity research and system testing. It resembles a standard charging cable but includes features like built-in Wi-Fi and keystroke injection, providing a discreet and versatile tool for professionals and researchers.

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Linux Kernel 6.13 Officially Released, This Is What’s New

Highlights of Linux 6.13 include lazy preemption support to simplify kernel’s preemption logic, support for running Linux in protected virtual machines (a.k.a. realm) under the Arm CCA (Confidential Compute Architecture), user-space shadow stack support for AArch64 (ARM64) via Guarded Control Stack (GCS), support for 6-node sub-NUMA clustering on Intel, and split-lock detection support for AMD CPUs.

Ubuntu-Based Rhino Linux 2025.1 Is Out with Linux 6.12, Rhino Stampede, and More

Highlights of Rhino Linux 2025.1 include support for dynamic workspaces in Rhino’s Xfce-based Unicorn Desktop to automatically create new workspaces when applications are opening apps, a new, custom GRUB bootloader theme for a more modern feel, and a new testing meta-package called Rhino Stampede.

Dillo 3.2 Open-Source Web Browser Released to Celebrate 25th Anniversary

Dillo 3.2 comes with several new features like initial SVG support for math formulas and other simple SVG images, support for WebP images, and a new scrollbar page navigation mode that lets you read websites as if they’re books by easily scrolling full pages with the mouse.

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2024-12-21
DXVK 2.5.2 Improves Support for Alpha Protocol, Borderlands 2, and Other Games
Marius Nestor : DXVK 2.5.2 is out today as the second maintenance update to the DXVK 2.5 series for this Vulkan-based implementation of D3D9, D3D10, and D3D11 for Linux / Wine.
Debian-Based Grml 2024.12 Linux Distro Is Out with Support for 64-Bit ARM CPUs
Marius Nestor : Grml, a live bootable Linux distro based on Debian GNU/Linux and designed for system administrators and users of text tools, has been updated today to version 2024.12, a release that extends hardware support and brings updated components.
LXC/LXCFS/Incus 6.0.3 LTS release
Rianne Schestowitz : The Linux Containers project maintains Long Term Support (LTS) releases for its core projects
A systemd-sysupdate Plugin for GNOME Software
Rianne Schestowitz : Towards Making GNOME OS' Boot Trusted
This Week in Plasma: end-of-year bug fixing
Rianne Schestowitz : Lots of KDE folks are winding down for well-deserved end-of-year breaks
New LabPlot User Documentation
Rianne Schestowitz : In recent weeks we have been working on transferring LabPlot’s documentation to a new format
New: the Fast Sketch Plugin for Krita
Rianne Schestowitz : Together with Intel, we have been working a new plugin for Krita
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : Only free and open source software is eligible for inclusion here
DeLinuxCo Workstation – Manjaro spin
Rianne Schestowitz : DeLinuxCo Workstation is a Linux distribution that’s based on Manjaro
LibreOffice Themes will replace the color customization
Rianne Schestowitz : Since the first implementation of a dark color theme we continuously improved the customization of LibreOffice
NGINX vs Apache; Web Server Comparison
Rianne Schestowitz : NGINX and Apache are leading web server solutions utilized for hosting websites and web applications
When World Collides : the new and improved Pepper&Carrot website
Rianne Schestowitz : It's been a month and a half of intense work, but I'm thrilled to finally share the results with you
Adélie Linux 1.0 – small, fast, but not quite grown up
Rianne Schestowitz : Remarkably compact, remarkably cross-platform, remarkably long beta period
openSUSE Unveils YQPkg, a Standalone GUI Package Management Tool
Rianne Schestowitz : YQPkg is a new Qt-based GUI package management tool for openSUSE
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Android 16 may promote this Google app to a core app that cannot be uninstalled
Rockchip RK3588 mainline Linux support – Current status and future work for 2025
Rianne Schestowitz : The Rockchip RK3588 is one of the most popular Arm SoCs for single board computers, and while good progress has been made with regards to mainline u-boot and Linux support
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Games: Team Fortress, OFF, and More
Roy Schestowitz : 8 new articles
Security and Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : incidents and more
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical articles and posts
New in Red Hat's Site and Some Red Hat Fluff
Roy Schestowitz : redhat.com and more
Open Hardware/Modding: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware links
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development and more
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : BSD, SUSE, and more
GNU/Linux Benchmarks on x86
Roy Schestowitz : Benchmarks from two sites
Christian Hergert's December Projects and This Week in GNOME
Roy Schestowitz : GNOME projects' updates and developers
Open Hardware/Modding: RISC-V, Amiga, and More
Roy Schestowitz : some hardware picks
CMS/SSG Updates: Ghost, WordPress, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Content Management Systems (CMS) / Static Site Generators (SSG) picks
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development related picks
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security and back doors
Linux, BSD, and Free, Libre Software
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
2024-12-22
I converted this Windows 11 Mini PC into a Linux workstation - and didn't regret it
Rianne Schestowitz : The Herk Orion is a capable Ryzen-powered Mini PC in its own right
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Rhino Linux Is One of the Most Innovative Linux Distros
Rianne Schestowitz : Rhino Linux is a gorgeous desktop that will appease both new users and those with plenty of Linux skills
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Android 14 Breaks Phone as a Key for Some Cars
This Week in KDE Apps: Search in Merkuro Mail, Tokodon For Android, LabPlot new documentation and more
Rianne Schestowitz : Welcome to a new issue of "This Week in KDE Apps"
Your Own Linux Desktop in the Cloud and in Your Pocket, for Free
Rianne Schestowitz : Cloud desktop subscriptions can be expensive, so here's how I set one up for free using Raspberry Pi Connect
Elive 3.8.46 released
Rianne Schestowitz : The Elive Team is pleased to announce the release of 3.8.46
8 Defining Moments in the Open Source and Linux World: 2024 Edition
Rianne Schestowitz : Ready to recap the biggest moments in 2024? Let's go
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
2024 Was a Good Year for GNU/Linux and ChromeOS in Malaysia
Roy Schestowitz : Microsoft's cash cow, Windows, seems to be dying
Wine 10.0-rc3
Roy Schestowitz : The Wine development release 10.0-rc3 is now available
Games: GamingOnLinux Hibernates, Warside, and Sid Meier's Civilization VII
Roy Schestowitz : Latest from GamingOnLinux
Mesa 24.3.2 and wayland-protocols 1.39
Roy Schestowitz : graphics tools
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical posts
Richard Stallman on Love
Roy Schestowitz : “Childhood Sweetheart” is particularly revealing of Stallman's rather uncommon approach to romantic relationships
Audiocasts/Shows: GNU World Order, Linux Out Loud, and Confusion Over the Term "Free Software"
Roy Schestowitz : 3 new shows or videos
Web Browsers: Hyper Dropped From Curl, Blocking Ads Made Simpler
Roy Schestowitz : 4 picks for today
Programming and Hardware Development
Roy Schestowitz : Development centric news
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security scopes on
Operating Systems and Free Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly FOSS links
All-Time High for Linux in Qatar
Roy Schestowitz : Qatar has money to spend, but not much of it will be spent on Microsoft, or so one can hope
2024-12-23
9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: December 22nd, 2024
Marius Nestor : The 219th installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup is here for the week ending on December 22nd, 2024.
Darktable 5.0 Open-Source RAW Image Editor Officially Released, Here’s What’s New
Marius Nestor : Darktable 5.0 open-source raw image editor has been released today as a major update introducing new features, improvements, and enhanced camera support.
AlmaLinux 10 Beta Offers Early Access to Key Upgrades
Rianne Schestowitz : Get hands-on with AlmaLinux 10 Beta, featuring new x86_64_v2 support, top-tier toolsets
Review: The best of 2024
Rianne Schestowitz : Another calendar year is drawing to a close
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
OpenShot 3.3 Pre-Release Introduces Fresh UI and Performance Boosts
Rianne Schestowitz : The pre-release OpenShot 3.3 open-source video editor debuts the "Cosmic Dusk" theme
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Google proposes Android, browser contract changes to address Search antitrust ruling
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Archman XFCE Edition 2024-12 Stable Release
Roy Schestowitz : Archman XFCE Edition 2024-12, the final stable release of the year
Linux 6.13-rc4
Roy Schestowitz : So this definitely is looking a bit smaller than most rc4s
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security related picks, Windows too
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : many for today
Open Hardware/Modding/Retro: Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware picks for today
Kernel: Unleashing the kernel with eBPF Steinar H. Gunderson's Kernel adventures
Roy Schestowitz : some Linux pieces
Audiocasts/Shows: LINUX Unplugged and Open Source Security Podcast
Roy Schestowitz : a pair of episodes
BSD Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : BSD people and their reasonably technical posts
Distributions and Operating Systems: NixOS Hates Precompiled Programs, EasyOS File Information App
Roy Schestowitz : 2 OS related picks
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development news
GNU/Linux and Free Software Stories
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
Want a Really Lightweight Desktop Linux Experience? Try a Window Manager
Roy Schestowitz : Window managers manage only windows in the X Window System, providing you an alternative to Linux desktop environments
2024-12-24
Fedora Asahi Remix 41 Released for Apple Silicon Macs with KDE Plasma 6.2
Marius Nestor : Today, the Fedora and Asahi Linux projects announced the general availability of Fedora Asahi Remix 41 as the latest version of this distribution developed for Apple Silicon Macs.
A Brief History of FAI, Which Began 25 Years Ago
Rianne Schestowitz : On Dec 21st, 1999 version 1.0 of FAI (Fully Automatic Installation) was announced
This Linux distro I recommend to power users takes a unique approach to OS design
Rianne Schestowitz : NixOS is a rock-solid OS with various layouts and an array of functionalities
The Linux log files you should know and how to use them
Rianne Schestowitz : If you really want to see what's happening beneath the hood of your Linux distribution
Debian Mirrors Hierarchy
Rianne Schestowitz : After finding AlmaLinux sync capacity is around 140Gbps at Tier 0 (or Tier 1, however you look at it)
The One With Androids & Cameras, But It's Mainline Linux
Rianne Schestowitz : One thing that people have been asking us over and over is, will it be possible to use cameras with postmarketOS on Androids
the twenty-fifth year of my free software career
Rianne Schestowitz : I've been lucky to be able to spend twenty! five! years! developing free software and making a living on it
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : We recommend the best free and open source alternatives
Ultramarine Linux 40 continues to be one fine unofficial Fedora Spin
Rianne Schestowitz : If you're looking for a version of Fedora that offers a few extra tweaks to make the desktop even more user-friendly
A warm December embrace for you
Rianne Schestowitz : It’s that time of year again—the time to get together with loved ones and to reflect
What Is Linux Mint, and Why Would You Use It?
Rianne Schestowitz : If you’ve been thinking of switching to Linux, one of the options you may have come across is Linux Mint
What do I want to see in the Linux ecosystem in 2025?
Rianne Schestowitz : The expectations are high for the Linux ecosystem in 2025. What do you think
The best Linux distribution of 2024 is MacOS-like but accessible to all
Rianne Schestowitz : I've used and covered Linux for nearly 30 years
Why I no longer recommend this Windows-like Linux distro
Rianne Schestowitz : I learned a troubling lesson that points to a growing issue within the open-source community
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : MECOOL KM9PRO MAX 4K Streaming Box runs Google TV 12.0 on Realtek RTD1325 SoC
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
29,000 Pages With the SSG
Roy Schestowitz : Static site generators (SSGs) are a lot easier to work with
Raspberry Pi, Unix Workstations, Open Hardware, Arduino, and More
Roy Schestowitz : hardware news
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly security related
GNU Releases: parallel, gtypist, and texinfo
Roy Schestowitz : 3 new releases
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : long batch for xmas eve
Only 166 Voters in Fedora Elections Under IBM
Roy Schestowitz : very low
2024-12-25
Slackware-Based PorteuX 1.8 Is One of the First Distros to Ship with Xfce 4.20
Marius Nestor : Slackware-based PorteuX 1.8 is out today as what appears to be the very first GNU/Linux distribution to ship with the recently released Xfce 4.20 desktop environment.
Mixxx 2.5 Open-Source DJ App Released with Qt 6 Port, Improved Controller Support
Marius Nestor : Mixxx 2.5 has been released as a nice Christmas gift for those who want to use one of the best open-source, free, and cross-platform virtual DJ software for performing live mixes.
OpenShot 3.3 Open-Source Video Editor Is Now Available, Here’s What’s New
Marius Nestor : OpenShot creator Jonathan Thomas announced today the release and general availability of OpenShot 3.3 as a major update to this open-source, cross-platform, and free video editing software.
This Linux laptop has a brilliant display and performance that rivals my MacBook
Rianne Schestowitz : If you're looking for a laptop with Linux pre-installed
The 3 most Windows-like Linux distros to try because change is hard
Rianne Schestowitz : If you want to keep your machine running smoothly and feeling familiar, check out these Linux distros
Parabolic – tool to download web video and audio
Rianne Schestowitz : It’s free and open source software
What Is Wine for Linux, and How Does It Work?
Rianne Schestowitz : Linux is at the peak of its popularity, but it's still an extremely niche desktop operating system
3 reasons you get more viruses on Windows than on Mac or Linux
Rianne Schestowitz : While Windows devices are more prone to malware statistically
Fedora Chooses Forgejo!
Rianne Schestowitz : The Fedora Council is pleased to announce that we have chosen Forgejo as the replacement for our git forge
2024 Recap: Linux & FOSS Ecosystem’s Highlights
Rianne Schestowitz : Discover the biggest Linux updates, top FOSS breakthroughs, and community-driven innovations shaping the open-source landscape in 2024
Nobara Linux Takes on Fedora With a Custom KDE Plasma Desktop
Rianne Schestowitz : Based on Fedora, Nobara is a multimedia user's dream operating system
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical posts
CapyPDF 0.14 is out
Roy Schestowitz : It has required a lot of refactoring work in the color code of Inkscape proper
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security picks
BSD: zpool, OPNsense, and Emulating *BSD on ARM
Roy Schestowitz : BSD picks for today
Distributions and Operating Systems: DR-DOS and EasyOS/OpenEmbedded
Roy Schestowitz : Some OS news
Debian: free software career, Debian mirrors, dropping the git protocol, and more
Roy Schestowitz : Debian people talking about projects
Canonical/Ubuntu: Weekly Newsletter and What to know when procuring GNU/Linux laptops
Roy Schestowitz : a pair of updates
Audiocasts/Shows: Bryan Lunduke on Wikipedia, LinDoz Preview, and Late Night Linux
Roy Schestowitz : 3 new videos/shows
Open Hardware/Modding: SBCs, ESP32, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware news
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development news
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS and standards
Videos: GNU/Linux and Free Software in Invidious (or YouTube)
Roy Schestowitz : many videos from recent days
NethSecurity project milestone 8.4 (NethSecurity 8.4 is Out
Roy Schestowitz : We are excited to announce the release of NethSecurity project milestone 8.4 with image version 8-23.05.5-ns.1.4.1
Welcome /e/OS 2.6.3
Roy Schestowitz : We’re thrilled to introduce /e/OS 2.6.3, the latest version of our privacy-first operating system!
T2 SDE release version 24.12
Roy Schestowitz : The release contains a total of 2158 changesets, including approximately 3280 package updates, 200 fixed issues, 206 packages or features added and 37 removed and around 20 improvements
Perl, Kubuntu, and Mobile GNU/Linux
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly CISA
Applications: Popcorn Time, Flatpak, ScummVM, Calibre
Roy Schestowitz : Software and news about "apps" (Applications)
Games: Star Fox 64, Thrive, and More
Roy Schestowitz : latest from GamingOnLinux
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical articles
Mixxx 2.5.0 Released! It Now Runs in iOS & Web Browser
Roy Schestowitz : Mixxx, the free and open-source DJ software, released new major 2.5.0 version today
Regolith Linux Is a Great Introduction To Tiling Window Managers
Roy Schestowitz : Modern GNU/Linux distribution
Security and Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : Windows TCO and more
Applications and Games, WINE
Roy Schestowitz : Wine vs. VMs, gaming, and more
Open Hardware Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Open Hardware and some gadgets
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development with R and more
Audiocasts/Shows: Destination Linux and Linux Matters
Roy Schestowitz : Two new episodes
Web Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Standards and Content Management Systems (CMS) / Static Site Generators (SSG) news
Free, Libre, and Open Source Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS news
BSD: What Is It, and How Is It Different From Linux?
Roy Schestowitz : BSD Is Dead, Long Live BSD
What will 2025 bring for Linux PCs?
Roy Schestowitz : The year ahead has a lot in store for Linux users
2024-12-26
DietPi August 2024 News (Version 9.7)
Rianne Schestowitz : The December 23, 2024 release of DietPi v9.9 introduces several enhancements
MYIR Introduces Low-Cost SoM Powered by Allwinner T536 Processor
Rianne Schestowitz : On the software side, MYIR indicates that the MYC-LT536 SoM supports Linux and includes source code for its bootloader
Season’s Greetings from LinuxLinks
Rianne Schestowitz : Everyone involved at LinuxLinks wishes you all a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year
Logseq – privacy-first platform for knowledge management and collaboration
Rianne Schestowitz : Logseq is a privacy-first, open-source knowledge management and note-taking software designed to enhance productivity and help users organize thoughts
Linux Mint vs. Ubuntu: How Different Are They, Really?
Rianne Schestowitz : As an open-source operating system, Linux has a lot of different distros—think of them as flavors
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : The 2025 Android phone I’m most looking forward to isn’t from Samsung or Google
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
NLnet Grants, Graphics, and More
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
Open Hardware and Retro: Raspberry Pi, Commodore, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware picks
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Boxing Day howtos
WordPress vs Web Builders and Microsoft VC-backed Parasite (WP Engine) granted preliminary injunction in WordPress case
Roy Schestowitz : abuse and CMS news
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development related picks
Linux, BSD, Openwashing, and More
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
2024-12-27
12 Best Free and Open Source TypeScript-Based Web Content Management Systems
Rianne Schestowitz : All the software featured here is published under an open source license
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : You should have these apps on your new Android smartphone
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Windows TCO: Windows Botnet Ransomware
Roy Schestowitz : some cautionary tales
Games: Updated Proton Experimental and 2024 In Board Games
Roy Schestowitz : Games related, a pair of posts
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical picks
9 Major Annoyances With Linux That Look Like a Thing of the Past in 2025
Roy Schestowitz : It is a breeze to use GNU/Linux in 2025 with all the major annoyances gone
AI Image Upscaler 'Upscayl' 2.15 Added Multiple Languages & TTA Mode
Roy Schestowitz : Upscayl, the popular free open-source Hey Hi (AI) image upscaler, announced new 2.15 released at Christmas!
Ruby 3.4.0 Released
Roy Schestowitz : "We are pleased to announce the release of Ruby 3.4.0"
AI, Hardware and Open Models: Headed in the Linux Direction
Roy Schestowitz : From the 1960s onwards, IBM's mainframe systems started the era of proprietary hardware and software, which trickled into the PC
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development and hacking
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security patches and more
Free, Libre Software, Openwashing, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Espectially FOSS focus
GNU/Linux and Hardware Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftover links
2024-12-28
How managing networks differs on Windows 10 and Linux
Rianne Schestowitz : If you're considering leaving the soon-to-sunsetted Windows 10 for Linux
Stable kernels: Linux 6.12.7, Linux 6.6.68, and Linux 6.1.122
Rianne Schestowitz : All users of the 6.12 kernel series must upgrade
Plasma power management woes and solutions
Rianne Schestowitz : Until recently, my Slimbook Executive laptop has worked beautifully
This Week in GNOME: #180 Image Editing
Rianne Schestowitz : Update on what happened across the GNOME project in the week from December 20 to December 27
Holiday Hacking 2024
Rianne Schestowitz : Like every year I take a couple of days off at the end of the year to wind down and spent time with the family
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Keep putting pressure on Microsoft
Rianne Schestowitz : Grassroots organization against a corporation as large as Microsoft is never easy
See Pinned Ubuntu Dock Apps in the Application Grid
Rianne Schestowitz : You may have noticed (or not) that if an app is pinned to the Ubuntu Dock you don’t see a shortcut for it in the applications grid
My Favorite Linux Distro for 2024 is Not Ubuntu, Not Mint, It's This
Rianne Schestowitz : Revealing my favorite Linux distribution before 2024 ends
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Redmi K80 Ultra tipped to launch as high-capacity Android smartphone with next-gen flagship-grade SoC
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Windows TCO: Windows Botnets and More
Roy Schestowitz : cost of Microsoft on the Net
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical picks
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks
5 of the Best System Monitoring Tools in Linux
Roy Schestowitz : System monitors are a vital part of keeping your PC in top shape. Learn some of the best system monitors that you can install on GNU/Linux today
Databases: Use of Time in Distributed Databases, IvorySQL 4.0, SynchDB 1.0, CloudNativePG 1.25.0 and 1.24.2
Roy Schestowitz : mostly psql picks
Retro, Open Hardware, and Mobile
Roy Schestowitz : Phosh, Raspberry Pi, and more
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security related news picks
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals and installing things
Games: Steam Games with Native GNU/Linux Clients, Steam Deck Titles, and More
Roy Schestowitz : gaming related picks
Programming, VIM, and GNU (GIMP)
Roy Schestowitz : coding centric update
EasyOS and Free Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
Audiocasts/Shows: Self-Hosted and GNU World Order
Roy Schestowitz : 2 new episodes
2024-12-29
System76 Refreshes Their AMD-Powered Pangolin Linux Laptop with 2K Display
Marius Nestor : Linux hardware vendor System76 informs 9to5Linux.com today about the availability of a new version of the company’s Pangolin Linux-powered laptop with upgraded components.
Slackware-based Zenwalk Linux returns with "Santa Claus" edition
Rianne Schestowitz : Overall, it sports the same changes as the latest Slackware refresh
Running a Lenovo Legion pro 7 laptop under Debian
Rianne Schestowitz : When buying it, I knew it would not be a good fit for Debian, as this type of laptop is aimed at gaming, and the support under Linux is rather bad
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : Only free and open source software is eligible for inclusion
What Is Ubuntu "LTS", and When Should You Use It?
Rianne Schestowitz : Are you confused between Ubuntu’s LTS and non-LTS versions and don’t know which one you should download
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Nothing phones finally get this must-have Android search feature
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : hacking and Windows TCO
darktable 5.0.0 released
Roy Schestowitz : The following is a summary of the main features added to darktable 5.0
Best Linux Distro of 2024? There Is No Such Thing!
Roy Schestowitz : Looking for the best Linux distro of 2024?
What Is a Tiling Window Manager on Linux? (and 5 to Try)
Roy Schestowitz : Tiling window managers have the potential to enhance your productivity, after you spend a little time setting one up anyway. Let's look at how they work and what you need to get started
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development news/picks
GIMP 3.0 RC2 Added New public Hey Hi (AI) Initial AppImage & Fixed 2.10 Migration
Roy Schestowitz : GIMP image editor announced the second release candidate for the next major 3.0 release a day ago on Friday
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical posts
Open Hardware: Linux On Mobile, Arduino, and More
Roy Schestowitz : hardware picks for today
KDE: Krita and Zooming
Roy Schestowitz : a pair of KDE posts
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : BSD, Linux, and more
2024-12-30
Amarok 3.2 “Punkadiddle” Music Player Officially Released, Now Ported to Qt 6
Marius Nestor : Today, the Amarok development team released Amarok 3.2, the latest stable version of this open-source music player app featuring new features and other changes.
9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: December 29th, 2024
Marius Nestor : The 220th installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup is here for the week ending on December 29th, 2024.
PakOS – Debian-based Linux distribution from Pakistan
Rianne Schestowitz : PakOS is a Debian-based Linux distribution which aims to be frugal with system resources
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : All the software featured here is published under an open source license
8 Ubuntu Tips and Tricks for First-Time Users
Rianne Schestowitz : When I’m asked to recommend a Linux distribution for beginners, I always suggest Ubuntu
EndeavourOS Neo Provides a Stylish Route to Arch Linux
Rianne Schestowitz : Endeavor OS is a beautiful desktop operating system, and anyone who wants to get a (an easier) taste of Arch Linux, this is a great option
Why Arch Isn't My Daily Driver, but I Use It Anyway
Rianne Schestowitz : Arch Linux has built up a fanbase of dedicated Linux users who use it as their main distro
Chimera Linux Hits Beta, It’s More than Exciting
Rianne Schestowitz : Chimera Linux enters beta! It's a non-GNU, rolling release, systemd-free distro that embraces FreeBSD's essence and the KISS philosophy
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : More evidence shows Samsung could finally adopt this ancient Android Nougat feature
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
LinDoz 2025 is Live
Roy Schestowitz : MakuluLinux
OpenMediaVault 7.4.17 Released
Roy Schestowitz : New update available
Linux 6.13-rc5
Roy Schestowitz : "It's been another week, but I'm happy to report that clearly most people actually seem to have been enjoying the holidays, because rc5 is tiny"
Command Line Email With Mutt: Manage Your Inbox in the Terminal
Roy Schestowitz : Mutt is a text-based email client known for speed and customization, with support for features like PGP and message threading.
EasyOS 6.5.3
Roy Schestowitz : new EasyOS release/s
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : a mix of FOSS and GNU/Linux
Audiocasts/Shows: This Week in Linux, LINUX Unplugged, Open Source Security Podcast
Roy Schestowitz : 3 new episodes
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical picks
Conferences/Education: FOSDEM 2025 and 2025 Perl and Raku Conference
Roy Schestowitz : a pair of events
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development related picks
Open Hardware, PineTimes, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Some hardware news picks
KDE, Operating Systems, and More
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
2024-12-31
If you're ready for something different, I recommend this Linux distro to newbies and experts alike
Rianne Schestowitz : OpenMandriva is a sensible operating system that's not based on the top four most popular Linux distros, but just as easy to use
The 4 most Windows-like Linux distros to try because change is hard
Rianne Schestowitz : If you want to keep your machine running smoothly and feeling familiar, check out these Linux distros
Radxa Orion O6 AI Board with Up to 64GB RAM, Dual 5GbE Ports and PCIe Gen4 Expansion
Rianne Schestowitz : The Orion O6 is compatible with Debian and Ubuntu Linux distributions and supports full UEFI via EDKII
The latest MX Linux turns Xfce into a desktop anyone can use
Rianne Schestowitz : If you're looking for a Linux distribution with a user-friendly desktop that's also very highly customizable
6 reasons why Google should switch Chromebooks from Android to Linux
Rianne Schestowitz : By now, you've probably heard that Google plans to migrate Chromebooks to Android
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : We recommend the best free and open source alternatives
Kdenlive new year preview
Rianne Schestowitz : One of the much requested feature for Kdenlive was a modern background removal tool
Why I Prefer a Tiling Window Manager on Linux
Rianne Schestowitz : Do you shake your head whenever you see someone extoll the virtues of a tiling window manager
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Polestar 2 is Adding Wired Android Auto Support, One of the “Most Requested Features”
MNT Reform Next Laptop Features Modular Design and Open Hardware
Rianne Schestowitz : The laptop ships with Debian GNU/Linux and comes with comprehensive documentation
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
GNOME’s New Image Viewer Adds Image Editing Features
Roy Schestowitz : Loupe (aka Image Viewer) is GNOME’s modern successor to the venerable Eye of GNOME has picked up its first batch of image editing features
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical picks
Windows TCO and Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Lots of Windows TCO
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks
Tor, Microsoft, and Openwashing PR Stunt
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
Open Hardware/Modding: NVIDIA Jetson and RISC-V
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware leftovers
Linux Magazine's Latest Issue (December)
Roy Schestowitz : partly paywalled
GNU Artanis Development and News
Roy Schestowitz : new from GNU Artanis
Mozilla and Firefox Going in the Wrong Direction
Roy Schestowitz : Chasing hype and worse
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : a handful of howtos
Applications: BlepFX crunchrr, Kando, gg, and "Default Apps"
Roy Schestowitz : 4 new articles
Open Hardware/Modding: Arduino, GNU Boot, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and More
Roy Schestowitz : hardware picks
Colliding with the SHA prefix of Linux's initial Git commit
Roy Schestowitz : by Kees Cook
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security picks
Programming and Free, Libre, and Open Source Software
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS and coding picks
GNU/Linux and BSD Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
2025-01-01
Debian 13 “Trixie” Installer Alpha Released with Linux 6.12 LTS, RISCV64 Support
Marius Nestor : The Debian Project released today the first alpha version of the installer for the upcoming Debian GNU/Linux 13 “Trixie” operating system series, due for release next year.
KDE Plasma 6.2.5 Released as the Last Update in the Series with More Bug Fixes
Marius Nestor : Today, the KDE Project released KDE Plasma 6.2.5 as the fifth and last update to the latest KDE Plasma 6.2 desktop environment series with more bug fixes.
Accessible-Coconut – Linux distro dedicated to
Rianne Schestowitz : Accessible-Coconut (AC) is a community driven Linux distribution which is completely accessible for persons with visual impairments
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : Best Free and Open Source Software: November and December 2024 Updates
Why 2025 Will Not Be The Year Of Linux On The Desktop
Rianne Schestowitz : One of the longest running jokes in our sphere is that the coming year will finally be the year of “Linux on the Desktop.”
10 Cool Changes Ubuntu Received in 2024
Rianne Schestowitz : As another year transitions from present to past, I want1 to recap the notable new features, changes, updates and innovations Ubuntu saw over the past 12 months
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Polestar knows you like Android so much, it's putting Android Auto in your Android Automotive
Using Hugo with Kate
Rianne Schestowitz : My song & dance when I want to edit my website is a bit inefficient
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Security Leftovers, Especially Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : Windows TCO in US government
BSD: PF, DragonFly, and OpenBSD
Roy Schestowitz : Some BSD news
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : first one for the year
FSF: "Free software is powerful because of you," says the chief, and "board members in 2024" on "achievements the FSF board has received this year"
Roy Schestowitz : latest from FSF
We've Thrived Another Day (and Year)
Roy Schestowitz : Happy new year, everybody!
Anticipating GIMP 3.0: Non-Destructive Editing, Proper CMYK - The New Stack
Roy Schestowitz : If GIMP 3.0 only came with one new feature, non-destructive editing would be the feature I’d want
2025-01-02
4MLinux 47.0 Released with Installation Support for Virtual (KVM) Block Devices
Marius Nestor : 4MLinux developer Zbigniew Konojacki announced today the release and general availability of 4MLinux 47.0 as the latest stable version of this mini Linux distribution featuring the lightweight JWM window manager.
PeaZip 10.2 Open-Source Archive Manager Released with Qt 6 Package for Linux
Marius Nestor : PeaZip 10.2 is out today as a new update to this open-source, free, and cross-platform file compression and encryption software for GNU/Linux, macOS, and Windows.
CachyOS Now Uses AutoFDO Kernel as Default Across All Supported Architectures
Marius Nestor : Today, the development team behind the Arch Linux-based CachyOS distribution released a new ISO snapshot for December 2024 with various improvements, updated components, a new default kernel, and other changes.
Pre-Alpha Version of Pidgin 3.0 Released
Rianne Schestowitz : Pidgin 3.0 Experimental 1 instant messaging apps land with GTK 4 and Adwaita support
I measured KDE’s commit stats and the results surprised me!
Rianne Schestowitz : Whilst commit numbers aren't a perfect measure of anything whatsoever
NerdFetch – fetch script using Nerdfonts
Rianne Schestowitz : NerdFetch is a simple shell script which fetches information about your system
Sparky news 2024/12
Rianne Schestowitz : The 12th monthly Sparky project and donate report of the 2024
My Linux and Open Source Resolutions for 2025
Rianne Schestowitz : Here's what I have decided for 2025. What are your resolutions
Why I'm Not Sold on Linux Tiling Window Managers
Rianne Schestowitz : Many hardcore Linux users love tiling window managers meant to optimize screen space for productivity
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
LineageOS 22.1 released
Roy Schestowitz : been hard at work since Android 15’s release in September
Updates From GNU Projects
Roy Schestowitz : GNU CTT and more
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development news
Security and Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : Security leftovers
Free, Libre, and Open Source Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS links
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : GNU/Linux focus
This Year in Linux, Liam Proven on Retro, and SCALE 22x’s Colocated Events
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
Algol 68 GCC Front-End
Roy Schestowitz : This WIP is a GCC front-end for Algol 68
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks
Fedora and IBM: Filipe Rosset's Bug Fixes and Mark J. Wielaard Shills a Front Group of His Employer
Roy Schestowitz : Some Red Hat things
Games: Steam Deck, Gaming With Public Domain, and DOOM
Roy Schestowitz : 3 stories for now
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : mostly idroot
Audiocasts/Shows: FLOSS Weekly and GAFAM Discrimination
Roy Schestowitz : 2 new episodes
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development and Debian focus
Security, Radio, and Hardware
Roy Schestowitz : hacking and broadcast
Free, Libre, and Open Source Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS picks for today
Kernel, GNU/Linux Distributions and Operating Systems
Roy Schestowitz : some more leftovers
Another Celebration This Month
Roy Schestowitz : The year started well for us
2025-01-03
5 lightweight Linux distributions with very low system requirements
Rianne Schestowitz : If you have an aging computer and want to give it new life, there are plenty of lightweight Linux distributions that will serve you for years to come
Stable kernels: Linux 6.12.8, Linux 6.6.69, and Linux 6.1.123
Rianne Schestowitz : All users of the 6.12 kernel series must upgrade
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
GNOME vs. KDE Plasma: Top Linux Desktops Compared
Rianne Schestowitz : While GNOME and KDE Plasma stand as Linux's most popular desktop environments (DEs), they couldn't be more different
Fossify File Manager: Open Source Replacement to Files by Google on Android
Rianne Schestowitz : Ready to simplify file management on Android without using Google's app or your manufacturer? Try this
Caddy 2.9 Web & Reverse Proxy Server Released
Rianne Schestowitz : Caddy 2.9 web and reverse proxy server rolls out with refined config loading
3 reasons Linux is the best alternative to Windows for gamers
Rianne Schestowitz : Gaming on Linux has taken off in a big way over the last decade
LibreOffice 25.2 RC1 is available for testing
Rianne Schestowitz : LibreOffice 25.2 will be released as final at the beginning of February, 2025
Arch-Based Distros Dominate the Linux Gaming Scene
Rianne Schestowitz : Valve's latest Steam survey highlights Arch's popularity among Linux gamers
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : These 5 lesser-known settings keep me firmly on team Android
For This New Year, 2025, We Need More Writers Out There
Rianne Schestowitz : It's a New Year and it's good to mention the writers
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Games: Stardew Valley, Humble Bundle, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Latest 9 from GamingOnLinux
PCLinuxOS Magazine and More
Roy Schestowitz : leftovers with focus on PCLinuxOS Magazine
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : many from idroot
2025-01-04
postmarketOS 24.12 Released with KDE Plasma Mobile 6.2.4, GNOME Shell 46
Marius Nestor : postmarketOS 24.12 was released today as the latest version of this Linux-based operating system for mobile devices that brings new features, support for new devices, and updated components.
siduction Linux 2024.1.0 Released with Xfce 4.20, KDE Plasma 6.2, and LXQt 2.1
Marius Nestor : siduction 2024.1.0 has been released today as a major update to this Debian-based GNU/Linux distribution featuring some of the latest and greatest technologies and desktop environments.
Ditana – Arch-based Linux distribution
Rianne Schestowitz : Ditana Linux is a rolling release distro based on Arch Linux
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : We recommend the best free and open source alternatives for Linux
IPFire 2.29 - Core Update 191 is available for testing
Rianne Schestowitz : The IPFire development team has been very busy over the holidays and is bringing you the latest update for IPFire ready for testing
This Week in Plasma: Artistry and accessibility
Rianne Schestowitz : Plasma developers are returning from their holidays and have provided us all with loads of goodies
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
ExTiX 24.12 - based on Ubuntu 24.10 - with LXQt 2.0, Calamares Installer, Refracta Snapshot and kernel 6.12.6-amd64-exton :: Build 241223
Roy Schestowitz : ExTiX 24.12 LXQt – Build 241223
Postgres Extension Wizard and pg_chameleon 2.0.20
Roy Schestowitz : Postgres news
Open Hardware/Modding: RISC-V, LattePanda, ESP, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware picks
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development related picks
Videos: Recently in Invidious
Roy Schestowitz : via YouTube
GNU/FSF Events: Free Software Directory, Raising Money to "keep putting pressure on Microsoft"
Roy Schestowitz : new from FSF
Applications and HowTos
Roy Schestowitz : software and howtos
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security-related stories
Free, Libre, and Open Source Software and the Web
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS and WWW stuff
Games: Stunt Rally 3.3, Steam Games with Native GNU/Linux Clients, Godot's Microsoft Sellout (Money With Strings Attached)
Roy Schestowitz : Some gaming picks
GNU/Linux and BSD Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Debian, BSD, and more
Games: Palworld, Marvel Rivals, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Latest in GamingOnLinux
Windows TCO and Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security stories
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development news and videos
IBM, Red Hat, and Fedora Family/Volunteers/Staff
Roy Schestowitz : Red Hat picks
MakeUseOf on SystemRescue (GNU/Linux) and Raspberry Pi 500
Roy Schestowitz : a bit older
What I need in a desktop environment
Roy Schestowitz : I ended up going back to Xfce and KDE
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical posts
Security and Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : lots of examples and news
Wine 10.0-rc4 and Games
Roy Schestowitz : Game-related news
Linux Devices and Open Hardware/Modding
Roy Schestowitz : Some hacker-centric gear
Free, Libre, and Open Source Software and the Web
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS and WWW stories
GNU/Linux and BSD Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
5 of the Best Flashcard Apps in Linux
Roy Schestowitz : let’s look at some of the best digital flashcard apps that you can install on Linux
2025-01-05
Xfce 4.20 Desktop Environment Released with Experimental Wayland Support
Marius Nestor : Two years after the release of Xfce 4.18, Xfce 4.20 is here as another major update to this light and fast desktop environment for GNU/Linux distributions.
Incus in 2024 and beyond!
Rianne Schestowitz : A lot has happened in 2024 for the Incus project, so I thought it’d be interesting to see where we started
Upgrades from 22.04 LTS to 24.04 LTS are NOT WORKING
Rianne Schestowitz : The Ubuntu Studio team has investigated a conflict...
My last 6 months in KDE/Plasma Mobile
Rianne Schestowitz : Has it really been almost half a year already
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Bodhi Linux Offers Desktop Enlightenment
Rianne Schestowitz : Bodhi Linux is a beatific blast from the past that never fails to make this reviewer smile
Sparky 7.6
Rianne Schestowitz : The 6th update of Sparky 7 – 7.6 is out
Is Linux finally ready to storm the mainstream?
Rianne Schestowitz : For years, fans and critics alike have debated the question of whether Linux has what it takes to move beyond the developer
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Nothing Phone (2a) Plus is receiving Android 15-based Nothing OS 3.0 stable update
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Love KDE Plasma? These 7 Linux Distros Use Plasma as Their Default Desktops
Rianne Schestowitz : KDE Plasma is a powerful desktop environment that gives you tons of customization over how your system looks and feels
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
GNU Mailutils Version 3.18
Roy Schestowitz : Version 3.18 of GNU Mailutils is available for download
This Week in GNOME #181 Happy New Year!
Roy Schestowitz : what happened across the GNOME project in the week from December 27 to January 03
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : first batch for Sunday
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks
FSF: Free Software Supporter, December GNU Spotlight, Free Software Directory (FSD) Meeting Recap
Roy Schestowitz : GNU news
NetBSD and More
Roy Schestowitz : BSD projects and people
Security and Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : another Windows TCO example
Open Hardware: Raspberry Pi, RISC-V, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware picks/news
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : GNU/Linux and FOSS picks
Xubuntu Development Update January 2025
Roy Schestowitz : Xfce 4.20 was released last month, and Debian packages are being built and uploaded as new releases are published. January is a time for early testing and integration improvements.
Test, evaluate, adopt: Linux 2025 and beyond! - life one degree north, one-o-three degrees east
Roy Schestowitz : I’ve had many people reach out to me to ask about how to get started in using GNU/Linux as your default operating system for your laptops/desktops
Refine - New Graphical Configuration Tool for GNOME Desktop
Roy Schestowitz : new configuration tool to tweak advanced settings in this desktop environment
Debian: Bits from the DPL and building debian-installer
Roy Schestowitz : a pair of Debian updates
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : many howtos for Sunday
Radxa and Raspberry Pi Hardware
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware picks
GNU/Linux and Free, Libre, and Open Source Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : OS and FOSS links
2025-01-06
9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: January 5th, 2025
Marius Nestor : The 221st installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup is here for the week ending on January 5th, 2025.
How to Install Linux Kernel 6.12 LTS on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS and Ubuntu 24.10
Marius Nestor : Linux 6.12 is now the latest stable LTS (Long-Term Support) kernel and Ubuntu users can install it on their machines via the official Ubuntu Mainline Kernel PPA archive.
This Week in KDE Apps: Mobile context menus
Rianne Schestowitz : Welcome to a new issue of "This Week in KDE Apps"! Every week we cover as much as possible of what's happening in the world of KDE apps
Review: elementary OS 8.0
Rianne Schestowitz : Let's talk about some of the aspects of elementary OS I liked
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Nothing Phone 2a Plus gets Android 15 update with stable Nothing OS 3.0: Check what's new
This Linux distro could let your old laptop 'shine on' after Windows 10's sunset
Rianne Schestowitz : If you're facing the end of support for your operating system and don't want to have to shell out the money for a new one
Bluestar Linux is back with update 6.12.7: Firefox 133, LibreOffice 24, the 6.12 kernel, and more
Rianne Schestowitz : Arch-based German distro Bluestar Linux is back with multiple package updates on top of a new kernel
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : 12 Hidden ChromeOS Features Every Chromebook User Should Know About
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Linux 6.13-rc6
Roy Schestowitz : So we had a slight pickup in commits this last week
4 amazing operating systems for security-conscious users
Roy Schestowitz : If you’re particularly security-conscious, you can consider switching from the mainstream Windows 11 and macOS to an operating system specifically designed with a plethora of safety measures built into it
Upscayl: An Open-Source Image Upscaling Tool for Linux
Roy Schestowitz : there’s a powerful tool available to solve this problem
Linux gaming on the rise
Roy Schestowitz : Valve's steam survey December results
GNU/Linux and Programming
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
Intel Razer Lake, Nova Lake, and Wildcat Lake CPU PCI IDs added to Linux
Roy Schestowitz : Linux Kernel patches list seven new PCI IDs associated with upcoming CPUs from Intel.
2025 Won't Be the Year of the Linux Desktop Either. So What?
Roy Schestowitz : You're measuring it wrong
Project Gemini Has Helped Us Grow
Roy Schestowitz : Our Gemini Edition is already used by many people
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : first batch for Monday
16-bit Linux-like Goodness
Roy Schestowitz : 16-bit retrocomputers
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks for today
GNU/Linux Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : a few more leftovers links
Retro and Open Hardware: Raspberry Pi, Commodore, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware-related picks
Jonathan McDowell's Debian Report and missing copyright monopoly information in Debian
Roy Schestowitz : Some Debian picks
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : last batch for Monday
ProtonUp-Qt v2.11 and PS4 Emulation On Steam Deck
Roy Schestowitz : Some gaming news
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly GNU/Linux and BSD
2025-01-07
Firefox 135 Is Now Available for Public Beta Testing with XZ Packaging on Linux
Marius Nestor : Firefox 135 open-source web browser is now available for public beta testing with XZ packaging for faster updates and many other changes. Here’s what to expect!
An easier way to read Linux manual pages
Rianne Schestowitz : Linux man pages are a great way to get help with commands
KDE Plasma 5.27.12, Bugfix Release for January
Rianne Schestowitz : Today KDE releases a bugfix update to KDE Plasma 5, versioned 5.27.12
Hotfix: KPhotoAlbum 6.0.1 And Kwave Nightly Flatpak
Rianne Schestowitz : This is an extremely important update to our recently released KF6/Qt6 port of KPhotoAlbum
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Linkwarden 2.9 Makes Bookmarking Smarter
Rianne Schestowitz : Linkwarden 2.9 bookmark manager is a significant release with AI-powered tagging
GStreamer 1.24.11 Enhances Stability Across Platforms
Rianne Schestowitz : GStreamer 1.24.11 brings bug fixes for multimedia playback
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Android Auto 13.5 debuts with improved support for more vehicles
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Recent GNU/Linux Videos
Roy Schestowitz : From Invidious
Games: SteamOS, VoxeLibre, and More
Roy Schestowitz : latest 9 from GamingOnLinux
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development news
Open Hardware: Raspberry Pi, RISC-V, Arduino, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware related news picks
Content Management Systems (CMS) / Static Site Generators (SSG) Perspectives
Roy Schestowitz : Why Hugo et al
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : moderate howtos batch
Windows TCO Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Windows TCO, two new examples
How can software that is free be high quality?
Roy Schestowitz : We have traditions to avoid this pitfall. When we want to get something nice for free, we say "please." When we do get something nice for free, we say "thanks." From prehistoric times people conducted ceremonies, some simple, others elaborate, to express gratitude to the heavens for its blessings.
2025-01-08
Serpent OS Enters Alpha with GNOME and COSMIC Spins, Powered by Linux 6.12 LTS
Marius Nestor : Ikey Doherty released today the long-anticipated alpha version of his new independent Linux distro, Serpent OS, which features some of the latest and greatest technologies and applications.
HDR and color management in KWin, part 6: Fixing night light
Rianne Schestowitz : Most operating systems nowadays provide a feature like night light
Two Debian Based Distributions
Rianne Schestowitz : Mobian is a Debian-based distro intended for smartphones and other mobile devices
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : We select the finest free and open source network simulators for Linux
Psychological care should grant you freedom and protection
Rianne Schestowitz : The rise of proprietary parenting software and Services as a Software Substitute promising to improve mental health is concerning
rlxOS – independent, safely mutable and privacy oriented Linux distribution
Rianne Schestowitz : rlxOS is a Linux distribution that’s built from scratch to offer better control over the core and working
Lenovo Legion Go S: The First Official Third-Party Handheld Powered by SteamOS
Rianne Schestowitz : Lenovo unveils the Legion Go S, the first officially licensed SteamOS-based handheld with an 8" PureSight display
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Lenovo has been selling Android tablets in China since 2022
Immich 1.124 Brings Tagging, Fixes, and Enhancements
Rianne Schestowitz : Immich 1.124, a self-hosted photo and video backup solution
Open source trends for 2025
Rianne Schestowitz : Because I did so well in 2024, I figure I’ll stick my neck out again for 2025. Honestly, most of what I wrote for last year still holds
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter and Nvidia is Preloading Ubuntu GNU/Linux
Roy Schestowitz : Some Ubuntu picks
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : early night batch
News About Steam Deck and Steam Games
Roy Schestowitz : Games news
Audiocasts/Shows: This Week in Linux and Late Night Linux
Roy Schestowitz : 2 new episodes
Open Hardware: 3D Printing, Raspberry Pi, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware news
Fedora / CentOS / Red Hat/ IBM Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Red Hat related news
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : patches and more
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : a mixture of topics
2024 in retrospect & happy new year 2025!
Roy Schestowitz : huge amount of preparations and bug fixing via the Modern C initiative.
Games: SteamOS, Tails of Iron 2, Nitro Blaze 11, and More
Roy Schestowitz : gaming picks from GamingOnLinux
Security and Windows TCO Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Windows TCO mostly
Logging Baby's Day In Linux
Roy Schestowitz : There’s plenty of surprises to be had when you become a parent
Open Hardware/Modding: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and ‘Repair Café’ Culture
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware picks
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical articles/posts
Red Hat's Push for OpenShift and In-Vehicle GNU/Linux
Roy Schestowitz : Red Hat leftovers
OpenSUSE Problems (Nobody Wants to Lead), Free Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Free, Libre, and Open Source Software and more
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security picks
Audiocasts/Shows: 'Linux' Foundation as Pentagon, Video Editing With Free Software, Linux Matters, and 'Linux' Foundation Pushing GAFAM Non-Security
Roy Schestowitz : 4 new episodes or videos
Fedora / Red Hat / IBM Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : EPEL and more
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development in FOSS
Mozilla Firefox 134 Is Out with Support for Touchpad Hold Gestures on Linux
] : Mozilla published today the final builds of the Firefox 134 web browser, which you can download from the official download server for Linux systems.
2025-01-09
Fedora-Based Nobara 41 Gaming Distro Switches to Open-Source NVIDIA Driver
Marius Nestor : The Nobar Project released today Nobara 41 as the latest version of this Fedora-based Linux distribution for gamers that features unique, in-house tools and lots of performance improvements.
RUBIK Pi 3 Now Available for Ordering at $179 Following Global Launch at CES 2025
Rianne Schestowitz : Thundercomm has officially launched the RUBIK Pi 3, a Linux-compatible development board powered by the Qualcomm QCS6490 processor
Debian And Ubuntu Based Linux Distributions
Rianne Schestowitz : CutefishOS is a Debian– or Ubuntu-based with its own Cutefish Desktop Environment (CDE)
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : Only free and open source software is eligible for inclusion
Qualcomm QCS6490-based Rubik Pi 3 AI SBC supports Android, Linux, and LU operating systems
Rianne Schestowitz : This device supports Qualcomm Linux, Android, and LU (Canonical Ubuntu for Qualcomm Platforms to be released in early 2025) operating systems that provide developers flexibility across various development platforms
Windows 10 Countdown: Make the Switch to Linux for a Fresh Start
Rianne Schestowitz : Linux desktop developers may see an increase in adoption in 2025 despite the lack of commercial marketing strategies hawking the benefits of running Linux on consumer computers
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Google’s Quick Share Reportedly Lets Android Users Scan QR Codes to Transfer Files
Fast Times at Ridgemont Oreon Linux High
Rianne Schestowitz : Oreon Linux has received a lot of attention for being a desktop OS based on AlmaLinux
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Linux Coverage From Jakub Kicinski, LWN, Mike Blumenkrantz, and Arun Raghavan
Roy Schestowitz : Some kernel stuff
Fedora / Red Hat / IBM: Sanctioning Volunteers, Pushing Microsoft SystemD, and Fake 'Security' (User Restrictions/Handcuffs)
Roy Schestowitz : more of the same
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security picks for today
PostgreSQL Anonymizer 2.0 and pg_partman 5.2.4
Roy Schestowitz : PostgreSQL related releases
Games: SteamOS Spreading and Chess Hacks
Roy Schestowitz : Mostly Steam news
BSD Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : some picks about BSD
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development related leftovers
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : GNU/Linux and FOSS stories
Release of Ditana GNU/Linux 0.9-Beta
Roy Schestowitz : Ditana GNU/Linux, a new Arch-based distribution that combines flexibility, user-friendliness, and advanced security features, is now available
New Releases of Archcraft
Roy Schestowitz : as early as this week
Porteus v5.1 alpha
Roy Schestowitz : It's time for a development release: 5.1-alpha, based on a snapshot of slackware current
Games: Maze Mice, Deadlock, Heroes of Might and Magic II, and More
Roy Schestowitz : 7 stories from GamingOnLinux
Microsoft Traps and Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : mostly Windows TCO
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical articles
Open Hardware: GNU/Linux on Mobile, RUBIK Pi, OrangePi, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Modding and moddable devices
Audiocasts/Shows: Cybershow, OpenMandriva, and FLOSS Weekly
Roy Schestowitz : 3 new ones
2025-01-10
KDE Plasma 6.3 Is Now Available for Public Beta Testing, Here’s What’s New
Marius Nestor : The KDE Project released today the beta version of the upcoming KDE Plasma 6.3 desktop environment series, a major update promising numerous new features and improvements.
KDE Gear 24.12.1 Is Out to Improve Dolphin, Kate, NeoChat, and Other KDE Apps
Marius Nestor : The KDE Project released today KDE Gear 24.12.1 as the first maintenance update to the latest KDE Gear 24.12 open-source software suite series to address various issues in your favorite KDE apps.
KDE Frameworks 6.10 Adds Support for Converting Between “Rack Units” in KRunner
Marius Nestor : The KDE Project released KDE Frameworks 6.10 today as a new monthly update to this collection of more than 70 add-on libraries to Qt, which provide commonly needed functionality for KDE applications and the KDE Plasma desktop.
Raspberry Pi 5 16GB Model Is Now Available at $120 USD
Marius Nestor : Raspberry Pi announced today the highly-anticipated 16GB model of the Raspberry Pi 5 single-board computers for those who want their Raspberry Pi with 16GB RAM for a faster and smoother computing experience.
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Now Works on the HiFive Premier P550 RISC-V Development Board
Marius Nestor : Canonical, the company behind the popular Ubuntu Linux distribution, announced today that they’ve partnered with SiFive and ESWIN Computing to enable Ubuntu 24.04 LTS on the HiFive Premier P550 RISC-V development board.
Scribus 1.6.3 Open-Source Desktop Publishing App Released with Various Bug Fixes
Marius Nestor : The development team behind Scribus, an open-source and cross-platform desktop publishing app, released today version 1.6.3 as a minor update to the Scribus 1.6 stable series with various bug and crash fixes.
Calibre 7.24 Open-Source Ebook Manager Released with New Features and Bug Fixes
Marius Nestor : The weekly Calibre updates continue and developer Kovid Goyal announced today the release and general availability of Calibre 7.24 as the latest stable version of this powerful, cross-platform, free, and open-source suite of e-book software.
I rescued my dying 2017 MacBook Pro with Ubuntu and it works like a charm (mostly)
Rianne Schestowitz : If you have an older MacOS device lying around, why not install Linux to give it a new life
10 Linux apps I always install first - and you should too
Rianne Schestowitz : If you're just now jumping onto the Linux train
Stable kernels: Linux 6.12.9, Linux 6.6.70, Linux 6.1.124, Linux 5.15.176, Linux 5.10.233, and Linux 5.4.289
Rianne Schestowitz : All users of the 6.12 kernel series must upgrade
OpenSUSE Tumbleweed - Okay, but glory all be from the past
Rianne Schestowitz : To the best of my memory, and I'm purposefully not checking me own article history, I've never reviewed openSUSE Tumbleweed
KDE: Snaps 24.12.1 Release, Kubuntu Plasma 5.27.12 Call for testers
Rianne Schestowitz : I have released more core24 snaps to –edge for your testing pleasure
Linux Distributions Mostly Ubuntu or Debian Based
Rianne Schestowitz : TUXEDO OS is a Linux distribution that’s based on Ubuntu / Kubuntu
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Web Apps Make Switching to Linux Much Easier
Rianne Schestowitz : If that's you considering Linux, then web apps are something you should look into
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Google Starts Tracking All Your Devices In 6 Weeks—Forget Chrome And Android
FSF associate members to decide the logo for the FSF's fortieth anniversary
Rianne Schestowitz : Thank you so much to everyone who participated in the FSF Anniversary Logo Contest
Auto-cpufreq 2.5 Introduces Fedora 41 Support and Bug Fixes
Rianne Schestowitz : Auto-cpufreq 2.5 CPU speed and power optimizer for Linux introduces EPB support
Linux 6.6.71
Rianne Schestowitz : I'm announcing the release of the 6.6.71 kernel
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Games: Space Invaders, OrangePi Neo, and More
Roy Schestowitz : 11 stories, mostly from GamingOnLinux
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical posts
Open Hardware/Modding: Raspberry Pi 5 and More
Roy Schestowitz : Raspberry Pi 5 still dominant in news
Browsers: Tor Browser 14.0.4, Tor Year in Review, and Midori Browser 11.5
Roy Schestowitz : Web and Net news
Free, Libre, and Open Source Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS and DBs
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development and education
Fedora and Red Hat Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly Red Hat
Windows TCO and Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security focus
GNU/Linux and BSD Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly GNU/Linux
Latest From IBM's redhat.com
Roy Schestowitz : redhat.com posts
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical picks
GNU/Linux and Free, Libre, and Open Source Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : remaining links for today
2025-01-11
Budgie 10.10 Desktop Will Be Wayland-Only as Work Continues on Budgie 11
Marius Nestor : Budgie 10.10 desktop environment is slated for release in Q1 2025 as a Wayland-only release defaulting to the Labwc compositor.
Sigil 2.4 Open-Source EPUB Ebook Editor Released with New Features and Bug Fixes
Marius Nestor : Sigil, the free, open-source, and cross-platform e-book editor software built with Qt 6 and QtWebEngine and designed to edit books in the EPUB format, supporting both EPUB 2 and EPUB 3, has been updated today to version 2.4.
AnduinOS – Debian-based Linux operating system
Rianne Schestowitz : AnduinOS is a custom Debian-based Linux distribution that aims to facilitate developers
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Anchoring the FSF in its values
Rianne Schestowitz : We, the founders of the FSF, started the Free Software Foundation (FSF) in 1985
Fastfetch 2.34 Brings Long-Awaited Pretty Name Support for Linux Distros
Rianne Schestowitz : Fastfetch 2.34 system information tool now prints distro pretty names
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : When we expect your Galaxy phone to get One UI 7 (Android 15)
Paolo Mantegazza is gone
Rianne Schestowitz : A month ago, Prof. Paolo Mantegazza, the founder of the RTAI project passed away
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Venom Linux 20250108 launches with the 6.12.8 kernel, Wayland 1.23.1, and more
Roy Schestowitz : Targeting experienced users and drawing inspiration from CRUX, Venom Linux has returned with its desktop based on the Openbox window manager alongside a text-mode installer. Version 20250108 sports the 6.12.8 Linux kernel, MESA 24.3.3, Wayland 1.23.1, and more. The list of options now also includes the s6 init system.
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security links
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development related links
Games: SteamOS, Proton, and More
Roy Schestowitz : 8 stories from GamingOnLinux on Friday
Canonical/Ubuntu Explaining Development of Canonical.com and Ubuntu.com
Roy Schestowitz : Canonical/Ubuntu technical overview
Security and Windows TCO Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : patches and breaches
Devices/Embedded: ESP32, Raspberry Pi, and Linux-Focused Hardware
Roy Schestowitz : Open Hardware too
Games: RetroArch 1.20.0, SteamOS, and "New Steam For Linux Gaming"
Roy Schestowitz : Gaming news
Audiocasts/Shows: Sudo Show, BSD Now, Hackaday Podcast
Roy Schestowitz : 3 new episodes
2025-01-12
Debian 12.9 “Bookworm” Arrives with 72 Bug Fixes and 38 Security Updates
Marius Nestor : Today, the Debian Project announced the release and general availability of Debian 12.9 as the eighth ISO update to the latest Debian GNU/Linux 12 “Bookworm” operating system series.
How to Switch Primary GPU to NVIDIA on Wayland for KDE Plasma and GNOME
Marius Nestor : Most distros default to the integrated GPU (e.g. AMD or Intel) of your computer, whether it’s a laptop or a desktop workstation, so here’s a quick tutorial on how to switch the primary GPU to NVIDIA on Wayland.
The Mecha Comet is made for hackers and makers
Rianne Schestowitz : Sure, your phone is fun, but if you want the fun and power of a full-fledged Linux computer in your pocket
Thinking Out Of The Vox
Rianne Schestowitz : This month we report on some news concerning the PineVox
Plasma Crash Course - Sentry
Rianne Schestowitz : A while ago a colleague of mine asked about our crash infrastructure in Plasma and whether I could give some overview on it
NuTyX – flexible Linux distribution
Rianne Schestowitz : NuTyX bills itself as a complete Linux distribution with high flexibility
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Krita brushes 2025-01 bundle
Rianne Schestowitz : I'm starting the year with an update of my previous brush bundle
Ghostty is a beautiful new terminal emulator for macOS and Linux that you should try
Rianne Schestowitz : There are hundreds of terminal emulators out there for both Mac and Linux devices
Voyager Linux Offers a User-Friendly, Customized GNOME
Rianne Schestowitz : If GNOME is your jam, Voyager Linux is a great take on the open source desktop
Amarok 3.2.1 released and Skrooge 25.1.0 released
Rianne Schestowitz : Small releases
Mecha Comet: A Linux Handheld Built for Customization
Rianne Schestowitz : Mecha Comet is a handheld Linux computer with 4GB RAM, 32GB storage, extensible hardware and software
Git 2.48 Is Out with Faster SHA-1s, Meson Takes the Stage
Rianne Schestowitz : Git 2.48 distributed revision control tool delivers Meson build system support
Linux Mint 22.1 Beta ISOs now undergoing final testing
Rianne Schestowitz : The Linux Mint team is testing the disc images of the upcoming version, which means it's not far away now
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Top Linux Distros for Ethical Hacking
Roy Schestowitz : Discover the best Linux distributions for ethical hacking and penetration testing. Explore powerful tools and features for security assessments.
Android and Linux-based Smart TFT displays simplify embedded development
Roy Schestowitz : Intelligent display modules designed and developed for ease of use and innovation.
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : only a few for Sunday
Latest From FSF and Various Attacks on Software Freedom
Roy Schestowitz : Some Freedom bits
Desktop/Laptop GNU/Linux: Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED UX5304MA and Project DIGITS PC
Roy Schestowitz : progress?
Linux Devices/Embedded Gear With GPUs Rebranded as "Hey Hi" (AI)
Roy Schestowitz : Linux Gizmos' latest
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly GNU/Linux and BSD
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : many howtos for today
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development tools
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development news
This Week in GNOME #182 Updated Crypto
Roy Schestowitz : Update on what happened across the GNOME project in the week from January 03 to January 10
3D Printing, Retro, and Open Hardware
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware centric/related news
GNU/Linux and Free Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS and more
Breaches, Blame-shifting, and Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : mostly Windows TCO
The FSF's Fortress of Freedom
Roy Schestowitz : despite changing tides and external pressures
Waddling the Waddle
Roy Schestowitz : We already have a party kit ready (themed "21") and later this year we'll announce this year's plan
2025-01-13
9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: January 12th, 2025
Marius Nestor : The 222nd installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup is here for the week ending on January 12th, 2025.
openSUSE Tumbleweed Now Offers Wayland Support for the LXQt Desktop
Marius Nestor : The openSUSE Project announced today that their openSUSE Tumbleweed rolling release distro now comes with Wayland support for those who want to install and use the latest LXQt desktop environment.
This Week in KDE Apps: Usability improvements, new features, and updated apps
Rianne Schestowitz : Welcome to a new issue of "This Week in KDE Apps"! Every week we cover as much as possible of what's happening in the world of KDE apps
KDE: kcursorgen and SVG cursors
Rianne Schestowitz : Although this tool is intended for internal use in future Plasma versions
Review: DAT Linux 2.0
Rianne Schestowitz : This week's review is of a project which has been sitting on the DistroWatch waiting list for about two and a half years
Plop Linux – distribution designed for advanced Linux users
Rianne Schestowitz : Plop Linux is a distribution built from scratch
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Hidden Files in Linux Explained
Rianne Schestowitz : Learn all about hidden files in Linux, why they exist, how to view them
MX Linux 23.5 Brings Debian 12.9 and Xfce 4.20
Rianne Schestowitz : MX Linux 23.5 introduces Xfce 4.20, kernel 6.1/6.12 LTS
LXQt Wayland support is now here
Rianne Schestowitz : With the release of LXQt 2.1
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Audiocasts/Shows: Linux Out Loud, GNU World Order, This Week in Linux, mintCast, and The Linux Link Tech Show
Roy Schestowitz : 5 new episodes
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : first batch for the week
Games: Bazzite and Bad Apple
Roy Schestowitz : gaming picks
How to Install FreeBSD 13 and 14 on Desktops
Roy Schestowitz : Some new BSD manuals
Shortwave Now Supports Play Internet Radio in the Background
Roy Schestowitz : the modern free open-source internet radio player
Linux Devices and Open Hardware
Roy Schestowitz : Raspberry Pi and more
GNU/Linux and Free Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly the former
Open Hardware: Open-Source Design, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware picks
Tiling Shell’s Newest Feature Speeds Up Window Snapping
Roy Schestowitz : Window snapping GNOME extension Tiling Shell
EasyOS Daedalus-series version 6.5.4 and Easy Scarthgap-series version 6.5.4
Roy Schestowitz : new release
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical posts
Games: Steam Deck, Native GNU/Linux Clients, and More
Roy Schestowitz : gaming news
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks
2025-01-14
Tails 6.11 Anonymous Linux OS Released with Critical Security Fixes
Marius Nestor : Tails 6.11 amnesic incognito live system distribution is now available for download with support for detecting partitioning errors and fixes for critical vulnerabilities.
Rust-Based COSMIC Desktop Gets 5th Alpha Release with COSMIC Media Player
Marius Nestor : System76’s highly anticipated COSMIC desktop environment written in Rust, continues to develop with the 5th alpha release, which is accompanied by new ISO images of the upcoming Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS distro.
DXVK 2.5.3 Brings Improvements for Far Cry 5, Max Payne 3, and Other Games
Marius Nestor : DXVK 2.5.3 is out today as the third maintenance update to the DXVK 2.5 series for this Vulkan-based implementation of D3D9, D3D10, and D3D11 for Linux / Wine.
OpenZFS 2.3 Is Out with Linux 6.12 Support, RAIDZ Expansion, Fast Dedup, and More
Marius Nestor : OpenZFS 2.3 has been released today as the latest version of this open-source advanced file system and volume manager for Linux and FreeBSD systems introducing support for the latest kernels and new features.
This new Linux handheld PC could be a tinkerer's dream come true
Rianne Schestowitz : Currently in development, the Debian-powered Mecha Comet could be a Linux phone
This portable, lightweight Linux distro has an old-school feel
Rianne Schestowitz : If you need a lightning-fast, portable Linux distribution to run on aging hardware or spin up a quick server
William Andrew Gianopoulos
Rianne Schestowitz : William Andrew Gianopoulos, 74, of Ashland, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, January 6, 2025
OSGeoLive – Linux distribution focusing on geospatial software
Rianne Schestowitz : OSGeoLive is a self-contained bootable DVD, USB thumb drive or Virtual Machine based on Lubuntu
F3OS – Debian-based Linux distribution
Rianne Schestowitz : There are three editions available which have a different desktop environment
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : We recommend the best free and open source alternatives for Linux
A sad day for the Firebird Project
Rianne Schestowitz : Helen Borrie, a key figure in the Firebird relational database project and a longtime contributor at IBPhoenix, passed away on January 2, 2025
Niri 25.1 Debuts with Revamped Release Numbering
Rianne Schestowitz : Niri scrollable-tiling compositor adopts calendar versioning
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Android 16 may bring predictive back support to three-button navigation
Enlightenment 0.27 Desktop Environment Released
Rianne Schestowitz : Enlightenment 0.27 lightweight desktop environment is out with updated translations
IBASE INA1607 is a fanless uCPE/SD-WAN appliance powered by an Intel Atom x7405C Amston Lake SoC
Rianne Schestowitz : For reference, the NCA-1050 supports Linux, but not Windows
Android co-founder says "it's always funny" to hear Bill Gates "whine about losing mobile to Android"
Rianne Schestowitz : It's the little pleasures of life that often keep us going
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : OnePlus 13 Review: A Better Android Phone, but It’s Not the Best
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Alpine 3.21.1 released
Roy Schestowitz : a maintenance release of the 3.21 series
Audiocasts/Shows: This Week in Linux and Many Recent GNU/Linux Videos
Roy Schestowitz : mostly Invidious
Games: Retro Linux Gaming Computer, DEFICIT, and More
Roy Schestowitz : 10 new GamingOnLinux articles
Content Management Systems (CMS) Troubles/Conflict in WordPress
Roy Schestowitz : the latest twists
Windows TCO and CISA
Roy Schestowitz : Security picks
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks
Challenges to funding open source and more
Roy Schestowitz : a pair of picked items
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical picks
Weekly GNU-like Mobile Linux Update and Linux Weekly Roundup
Roy Schestowitz : a couple of summaries
FreeBSD and OpenBSD Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : BSD news
Linux 6.13-rc7
Roy Schestowitz : it looked a bit quiet at the start of the wee
Fedora and Red Hat/IBM Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly the latter
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical leftovers
Open Hardware/Modding: Pine64, Arduino, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware picks
Web Browsing, Browsers, and Web Development
Roy Schestowitz : WWW links
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development leftovers
Audiocasts/Shows: Destination Linux and Late Night Linux
Roy Schestowitz : 2 new episodes
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : including Debian
6 Best Linux Distros for KDE Plasma Fans in 2025
Roy Schestowitz : six standout distros that embrace Plasma, each offering its unique spin on this versatile desktop environment
Free, Libre, and Open Source Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : 3 more stories
2025-01-15
Flatpak 1.16 Linux App Sandboxing and Distribution Framework Officially Released
Marius Nestor : Flatpak, the popular Linux application sandboxing and distribution framework, has been updated today to version 1.16, a major release that comes with new features and improvements.
risiOS – Fedora based Linux distribution
Rianne Schestowitz : risiOS is a Fedora based OS designed to make it easier to setup, and modernize the experience
Crunchbangplusplus – minimalist Linux distribution
Rianne Schestowitz : Crunchbangplusplus is a Linux distribution based on Debian
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Slackware-Based Absolute Linux Has Been Discontinued
Rianne Schestowitz : Absolute Linux, the Slackware-based distro, ends its journey as Paul Sherman announces its termination
Linux Foundation On Chromium browser
Rianne Schestowitz : How will this work
This Week in Plasma: Final Plasma 6.3 Features
Rianne Schestowitz : This week the focus was on landing final Plasma 6.3 features and UI changes
Notepad Next 0.10 Brings Better Bookmark Operations
Rianne Schestowitz : Notepad Next 0.10, a cross-platform reimplementation of Notepad++
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Games: Heroes of the Seven Islands, Stop Killing Games, vkQuake, and More
Roy Schestowitz : half a dozen stories from GamingOnLinux
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security news
Kdenlive 24.12.1 and KDE in "Tech Over Tea"
Roy Schestowitz : Some KDE news
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development news
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly GNU/Linux
Open Hardware/Modding: Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware-related news
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : many howtos
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Fedora, Ubuntu, Haiku, and more
Canonical/Ubuntu Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Canonical/Ubuntu news and more
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : patches and more
Open Hardware/Modding: Hackaday, OpenSCAD, Raspberry Pi, Fairphone, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Open Hardware bits
Free, Libre, and Open Source Software and GNU/Linux Applications
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS leftoverss
GNU/Linux and Development Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
A sad day for the Firebird Project
Roy Schestowitz : Helen Borrie, a key figure in the Firebird relational database project and a longtime contributor at IBPhoenix, passed away on January 2, 2025
Important Day for Us
Roy Schestowitz : We're going to pursue justice
2025-01-16
The “O” in “FOSS” does not stand for “obligation”
Rianne Schestowitz : This post is inspired by the months-long temper tantrum thrown by Matt Mullenweg
Luckfox Brings Linux to Stamp Form Factor with Rockchip RV1106 Processor
Rianne Schestowitz : The Luckfox Core1106 is supported by the Luckfox Pico SDK, optimized for Ubuntu LTS systems
Windows 11 - There's still nothing worth my time
Rianne Schestowitz : It is time to bring another jolly article to its end
TigerOS – Portuguese Fedora remix
Rianne Schestowitz : TigerOS is a Fedora based operating system
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : These hotels just added support for room keys on Android through Google Wallet
Tuxedo OS 20250115 launches with KDE Plasma 6.2.5, Vim 9.1, and more
Rianne Schestowitz : Although it comes with the same Linux kernel as its predecessor
Gaming on Linux, How openSUSE Stacks Up for Gamers
Rianne Schestowitz : Millions of gamers are facing a critical decision; upgrade their operating system
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
LWN predictions and timeline
Roy Schestowitz : Just released from the paywall
Ubuntu Studio: Why you need this open-source Adobe alternative
Roy Schestowitz : running through some of the reasons to download Ubuntu Studio
Security and FUD
Roy Schestowitz : a little FUD, indeed
“SteamOS on a PC" and Android vs Linux for Gaming Handhelds
Roy Schestowitz : gaming picks
Red Hat's Debuginfod project update 2024 and Adam Williamson's (Red Hat) new laptop and Silverblue
Roy Schestowitz : Fedora / Red Hat / IBM leftovers
Hardware: RISC-V in China, Android and Linux-based Smart TFT Displays
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware picks (a pair)
Free, Libre, and Open Source Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS picks
Games: SteamOS, WebScreen, Steam Deck, and More
Roy Schestowitz : latest 9 articles from GamingOnLinux
Windows TCO and Incidents
Roy Schestowitz : Security links
Free, Libre, and Open Source Software and Openwashing
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS and fakes
today's hows
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical posts
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : many howtos
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development links
Mozilla and Spidermonkey
Roy Schestowitz : Mozilla off topic again
Games: UID changes coming to Godot 4.4, Valve on SteamOS, and More
Roy Schestowitz : gaming picks
GNU/Linux and Free, Libre, and Open Source Software Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
2025-01-17
MX Linux 23.5 Released with Xfce 4.20 and Linux 6.12 LTS, Based on Debian 12.9
Marius Nestor : MX Linux 23.5 has been released today as the newest ISO snapshot in the MX Linux 23 “Libretto” series of this lightweight Debian-based GNU/Linux distribution for everyday use.
Kirigami Addons 1.7.0
Rianne Schestowitz : Kirigami Addons is a collection of additional components for Kirigami applications
ExTiX – Ubuntu-based Linux distribution
Rianne Schestowitz : ExTiX is a Linux distribution based on Ubuntu
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : We recommend the best free and open source alternatives for Linux
3 reasons Pop!_OS might be the best Linux distro for gamers
Rianne Schestowitz : There are some excellent Linux distros available
PureOS Crimson Development Report: December 2024
Rianne Schestowitz : It’s a new year, and we are excited for the developments coming this year to Librem devices
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Your Android-Powered Car is About To Get a Lot More Apps
Klassy for development version of Plasma
Rianne Schestowitz : You might have seen the awesome Klassy theme by Paul McAuley for Qt applications and window decorations for KWin
10 Linux apps I install on every new machine (and why you should, too)
Rianne Schestowitz : If you're wondering which apps take priority on your new Linux machine
LibreOffice 25.2 RC2 is available for testing
Rianne Schestowitz : LibreOffice 25.2 will be released as final at the beginning of February, 2025
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : The Most Expensive Phones Aren't iPhones—They Run Android
Stable kernels: Linux 6.12.10, Linux 6.6.72, and Linux 6.1.125
Rianne Schestowitz : All users of the 6.12 kernel series must upgrade
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
EasyOS Daedalus-series 6.5.5 and More
Roy Schestowitz : EasyOS news
Security and Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : patches, Windows TCO, and more
GNU/Linux Applications: apt Clean Up Utilities, Libvirt 11.0.0, Bottles 51.18, Stacer, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Applications for BSD and GNU/Linux in particular
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : 4 howtos for now
Raspberry Pi for BBS and All The Attacks On The RP2350
Roy Schestowitz : A pair of Raspberry Pi stories
Sponsored Puff Piece, Microsoft Openwashing by OSI, and Programming
Roy Schestowitz : today's leftovers
Games: Cubic Odyssey, THREAT VECTOR, and More
Roy Schestowitz : 7 articles from GamingOnLinux
Security and Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : Windows TCO and more
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Geolytica and more
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical post
Open Hardware: Raspberry Pi and System76
Roy Schestowitz : and more
2025-01-18
Linux Mint 22.1 “Xia” Is Now Available for Download, Here’s What’s New
Marius Nestor : The wait is finally over as the Linux Mint team has published the final ISO images of the Linux Mint 22.1 “Xia” release, which are available for download from the official mirrors.
Deepin 25 Preview: A Sleek Redesign with Major Under-the-Hood Changes
Rianne Schestowitz : Deepin 25 changes direction
GNOME 48 Expands Core Apps With New Audio Player
Rianne Schestowitz : When GNOME 48 is released in March it will debut with a brand-new audio player
Remembering and thanking Steve Langasek
Rianne Schestowitz : Steve Langasek is one of my heroes in open source and in life
5 lightweight Linux distributions that will bring your old PC back to life
Rianne Schestowitz : If you have an aging computer and want to repurpose it
7 Raspberry Pi-Based Laptops and Tablets for Tinkerers
Rianne Schestowitz : Raspberry-powered laptops and tablets can be the perfect pick for your projects
This Week in Plasma: Getting Plasma 6.3 in Great Shape
Rianne Schestowitz : We're barely a week into the Plasma 6.3 beta period
Dragora – independent Linux distribution
Rianne Schestowitz : Dragora is an independent Linux distribution
Best Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : Only free and open source software is eligible for inclusion
Outlook for the new year 2025
Rianne Schestowitz : Happy new year 2025! I wish a great year for you, and the global LibreOffice community
7 Docker containers that make Linux the perfect OS for a home lab
Rianne Schestowitz : Linux powers most servers in the world
The Arch Linux Community Survey Results Are Here
Rianne Schestowitz : What do Arch Linux users prefer
Kodi 21.2 is Out! Significantly Faster Library Scan & Lots of Fixes
Rianne Schestowitz : Kodi, the popular free open-source home theater software
Cinnamon 6.4 Landed in LMDE 6 “Faye”
Rianne Schestowitz : The Cinnamon 6.4 desktop environment and many other goodies debuted in the new Linux Mint 22.1
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Apple Wants People to Use Proprietary Software to Run "Linux"
Roy Schestowitz : Parallels Desktop
GNU Project: Guix User and Contributor Survey, FreeIPMI 1.6.15 release
Roy Schestowitz : What's new in GNU
Microsoft change removed from Linux over Intel CPU issues
Roy Schestowitz : Intel and AMD engineers have stepped in at the eleventh hour to deal with a code contribution from a Microsoft developer that could have broken Linux 6.13 on some systems.
Applications: Jellyfin, syslog-ng, and Best SSH Client for GNU/Linux
Roy Schestowitz : some software news
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : a handful of howtos
AlmaLinux and Red Hat Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly corporate things
Linux Devices and Open Hardware: PocketBeagle, RISC-V, and Nvidia Project DIGITS Running GNU/Linux
Roy Schestowitz : Some hardware picks
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : FOSS and more
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security related news
Bubi at 400
Roy Schestowitz : good at uptimes here
Red Hat is Promoting LLM Slop (Unethical), Fiscal Bubbles, and Sponsored (Bribed) Press
Roy Schestowitz : Red Hat today sucks
Games Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, GNU/Linux, and GamingOnLinux
Roy Schestowitz : Gaming news, mostly GamingOnLinux
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical picks
Open Hardware and Linux: ESP32, RISC-V, System76, and More
Roy Schestowitz : hardware focus
Security and Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : the dark side
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly FOSS picks
Windows TCO and Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security incidents and more
Hardware: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Old Machines, Homelabs, and GNU/Linux
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware coverage
Wine, KDE, and Red Hat
Roy Schestowitz : GNU/Linux leftovers
This Week in GNOME #183 Updated Flatpak
Roy Schestowitz : Update on what happened across the GNOME project in the week from January 10 to January 17
PostgreSQL Picks: Logical replication, workshop, PostgreSQL JDBC 42.7.5
Roy Schestowitz : some psql news
Events: Daniel Pocock on FOSDEM (Belgium), LSFMM+BPF 2025, and More
Roy Schestowitz : 3 picks for now
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : many howtos for today
Audiocasts/Shows: Hackaday Podcast, Lunduke, and GNU World Order
Roy Schestowitz : 3 new episodes
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks
Security Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Security links, 4 more for now
Hardware and Mobile Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : some gadgets and such
2025-01-19
Salix – Slackware-based Linux distribution
Rianne Schestowitz : Salix is a Linux distribution based on Slackware that is simple, fast and easy to use, with stability being a primary goal
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
CMYK support in Inkscape could be a game-changer for professional print designers
Rianne Schestowitz : As a digital artist and long-time user of free and libre graphic software
Linux Apps for Chromebooks in 2025: Our Top Picks and Why You Need Them
Rianne Schestowitz : Owning a Chromebook doesn’t mean you're limited to just basic apps
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : New Hisense A9 Android smartphone features an e-ink display
Test AlmaLinux 10 Beta With Your Workload Using ELevate
Rianne Schestowitz : Although we’re still months away from the release of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10
121 packages in Debian mapped to hardware for automatic recommendation
Rianne Schestowitz : I have been working on a automatic hardware based package recommendation system for Debian and other Linux distributions
This Week in KDE Apps: Usability, accessibility, and supercharging the Fediverse
Rianne Schestowitz : Every week we cover as much as possible of what's happening in the world of KDE apps
Wasting time with inconsistent data
Rianne Schestowitz : One of my leisure time activities is to develop KMyMoney, a personal finance management application
Linux 6.1.126
Rianne Schestowitz : Only upgrade if 6.1.125 did not build properly for you
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Why We Have Essentially Won the Hearing
Roy Schestowitz : A small win for journalism in the UK
Hardware: Arduino, Steam Deck, Raspberry Pi
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware picks
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : handful oof howtos
GNU/Linux Applications via Crostini and Flathub
Roy Schestowitz : software leftovers
Security Holes and Windows TCO
Roy Schestowitz : Windows TCO in the government
Malware in Proprietary Software - 2024 Catch-up
Roy Schestowitz : back doors, DRM, tethering, and others, has become ever more frequent
Release of Ghostty 1.0
Roy Schestowitz : Ghostty 1.0 is out
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : Instructionals/Technical post
Open Hardware: OrangePi, Raspberry Pi 4, and More
Roy Schestowitz : Hardware news
Windows TCO Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Microsoft blunders
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : GNU/Linux, Free, Libre software and more
2025-01-20
Dillo 3.2 Open-Source Web Browser Released to Celebrate 25th Anniversary
Marius Nestor : The lightweight and open-source web browser written in the FLTK 1.3 GUI toolkit is still alive and has been updated today to version 3.2 as another hefty update.
Linux Kernel 6.13 Officially Released, This Is What’s New
Marius Nestor : Today, Linus Torvalds announced the release and general availability of Linux 6.13, the latest stable kernel version that introduces several new features and improvements, better hardware support, and more.
9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: January 19th, 2025
Marius Nestor : The 223rd installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup is here for the week ending on January 19th, 2025.
Is Manjaro ARM dead?
Rianne Schestowitz : Did the Manjaro ARM project die and nobody noticed
Review: CentOS 10 Stream
Rianne Schestowitz : This project, CentOS Linux, was killed off and, in its place, Red Hat set up CentOS Stream
Free and Open Source Software
Rianne Schestowitz : This is free and open source software
Distrobox 1.8.1: NVIDIA Integration and Zsh Improvements
Rianne Schestowitz : Distrobox 1.8.1, a containerized Linux environment, is a bug-fix release that includes fixes for the NVIDIA toolkit
Android Leftovers
Rianne Schestowitz : Don't slack, just stack: How I tamed my growing Android widget obsession
Rhino Linux 2025.1 Brings Dynamic Workspaces, Hello Rhino App
Rianne Schestowitz : The Ubuntu-based Rhino Linux 2025.1 rolls out dynamic workspaces
Today in Techrights
Roy Schestowitz : Some of the latest articles
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : mostly GNU/Linux
Kodi 21.2 "Omega" - Release
Roy Schestowitz : News from Kodi
Open Hardware/Retro: Commodore 64, Raspberry Pi, and More
Roy Schestowitz : hardware picks
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : many howtos for day's start
Our Gemini Capsule is Already Used a Lot
Roy Schestowitz : all the same pages albeit in GemText format
Applications: dijo, Ecere SDK, and xcalc
Roy Schestowitz : Applications in review
Kernel and Graphics (Technical)
Roy Schestowitz : Linux mostly
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : only 4 more for now
today's howtos
Roy Schestowitz : another batch, some a bit older
Programming Leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : Development picks
today's leftovers
Roy Schestowitz : GNU/Linux and more