New story! X.org lone ranger rides to rescue multi-monitor refresh rates

It isn't quite XKCD 2347, but it's close. At least one developer is still working away on the X.org codebase with an effort to improve variable refresh rate support in several different OSes.

New story! How to Install SEO Spider on Ubuntu (and Other Linux Distros)

Learn how to install and use Screaming Frog SEO Spider to inspect websites on Ubuntu and other Linux distros with practical examples.

New story! Radxa X4 with Intel Alder Lake-N Processor and 2.5GbE LAN Now Available for Preorder

Radxa has launched a new single board computer this month, featuring the Intel N100 low-power processor. It is now available for preorder from multiple distributors in 4GB and 8GB RAM configurations.

New story! How AlmaLinux Came to Be Fixing Bugs Ahead of a Content Creation-Focused Open-Source Event

We can file this as a PR piece or a plug if we wish, Christine said. “I’m basically writing it because… well, you can color me impressed by an Enterprise Linux distribution that listens to its users and is quick to action. That’s a little old fashioned for the digital age, isn’t it?” We’re filing it as an interesting trip down the rabbit hole that’s Christine’s mind.

New story! VirtualBox 7.1 Promises Wayland Support for Clipboard Sharing on Linux

Oracle released today the beta version of the upcoming VirtualBox 7.1 open-source and cross-platform virtualization software for public testing, a major update that promises exciting new features and improvements.

New story! A Critical Bug In Libwayland Update Causes Plasma Desktop Freeze On Debian Sid/Trixie

A critical bug in libwayland update causes Plasma Desktop freeze at login in Debian Sid/Trixie. The root cause is identified, and the temporary solution is released!

New story! Simplifying Linux System Administration with Webmin

Linux system administration encompasses managing the software and hardware of Linux systems, which can be complex, especially for those new to Linux or managing multiple systems. Fortunately, Webmin, a web-based interface, simplifies many of the routine tasks involved in maintaining a healthy Linux system.

New story! OpenBSD enthusiast cooks up guide for the technically timid

  • The Register; By Liam Proven (Posted by bob on Jul 26, 2024 9:35 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story
French BSD enthusiast Joel Carnat has written a how-to guide on setting up a laptop with OpenBSD for general use. It's worth a go for the Unix-curious.

New story! Papers - document viewer for the GNOME desktop

  • LinuxLinks.com; By Steve Emms (Posted by sde on Jul 26, 2024 8:04 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: Reviews; Groups: Linux
Papers is a versatile document viewer for the GNOME desktop. You can view, search or annotate documents in many different formats.

New story! Linux Mint 22 Released - Built Atop Ubuntu 24.04 With Latest Cinnamon Desktop

Linux Mint 22 was formally released today as the newest major release of this desktop-focused Linux distribution built atop the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS package base while featuring its in-house Cinnamon desktop environment and other software apps.

New story! Mastering dd Command: Comprehensive Guide with Practical Examples

  • linuxconfig.org; By Lubos Rendek (Posted by linuxer on Jul 26, 2024 5:01 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: Tutorial; Groups: Linux
What you’re reading is only the first of many articles from the “Learning Linux Commands” series. Why would we want to do such a thing? Because it’s useful to have every option and possible use of a widely used command all in one place.

New story! Gokapi 1.9 File Share Server Introduces Redis Support

  • Linuxiac.com; By Bobby Borisov (Posted by bobolin on Jul 26, 2024 3:29 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story
Gokapi 1.9, a lightweight self-hosted file share server, brings Redis integration, improved upload speeds, and a fresh Docker image.

New story! Qt Creator 14 Open-Source IDE Released with Support for Lua-Based Plugins

  • 9to5linux.com; By Marius Nestor (Posted by hanuca on Jul 26, 2024 2:15 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story; Groups: Linux
The Qt Company released today Qt Creator 14 as the latest stable version of this open-source IDE (Integrated Development Environment) for designing graphical user interfaces (GUIs) in the Qt language.

New story! ChatGPT Alternatives: Exploring Free, Open-Source and Affordable AI Models

  • LinuxAndUbuntu.com; By Sohail (Posted by MohdSohail on Jul 26, 2024 12:58 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: Reviews
In this article, we'll see much more free & affordable ChatGPT alternatives, exploring their capabilities, expertise and use cases.

New story! Huge factory sim Shapez 2 releases on August 15 with over 300k wishlists

It's almost time to get cutting some shapes, with the Early Access release of Shapez 2 coming on August 15. Their press team mentioned the developer has managed to build up over 300,000 wishlists, so at this point it's pretty much guaranteed to be a success early on.

New story! How to Install Mattermost on Debian 12

An open-source messaging system, Mattermost provides a secure and flexible chat service with features like file sharing, a search function, and integrations. With its user-friendly interface, Mattermost is easy to use and is becoming more popular. It is a no-cost substitute for platforms like Slack, Microsoft Teams, and similar services. This tutorial will show you how to install Mattermost on Debian 12.

New story! A $60 Intel-Based SBC Cheaper & Faster than a Raspberry Pi 5

Love the idea of tinkering around with a small, single-board computer (SBC) but need something more powerful than most ARM-based offerings provide? If so, the new Radxa X4 from Radxa may be of interest.

New story! 7 New Features in Linux Mint 22

Linux Mint 22 is an upcoming upgrade with several impactful changes. But, what are the key features that make it a worthy upgrade over the older release or other distros?

New story! How to Access Your Linux (WSL) Files in Windows 10 and Windows 11

Windows 10's May 2019 Update introduced an easy, safe, and officially supported way to access and work with your Linux files from within File Explorer and other applications. Here's how to get at your Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) files.

New story! New AMD Linux Driver Patches Enable I3C HCI Support

One of the newest patch series out from AMD this week is on providing I3C HCI driver support for their MIPI I3C IP block found within their latest processors.

New story! The Pervasive Influence of Linux on Modern Software Development and DevOps

Since its inception in the early 1990s, Linux has grown from a hobbyist's project into a foundational pillar of the modern technological world. Its impact spans across various aspects of technology but is particularly pronounced in the realms of software development and DevOps.

New story! Testing in the Cloud: Enabling Fedora's openQA for flexible cloud deployment

OpenQA is a tool for functional, end-to-end testing of operating system distributions. Earlier this year, Collabora undertook a project, sponsored by Meta, to reproduce Fedora’s openQA deployment in the AWS cloud.

New story! Randy Bias Is VP Open Source Strategy and Technology at Mirantis’ New OSPO

Bias’s job, if I’m reading the press release correctly, is to make sure that Mirantis keeps to the letter and spirit of open source. It says he’ll be responsible for “ensuring greater transparency in Mirantis’s open source engagement, and providing internal and external reporting to hold Mirantis accountable as a responsible open source citizen.”

New story! How to Install Docker Desktop on Debian 12 (Bookworm)

Get Docker Desktop up and running on Debian 12 with our detailed and easy-to-follow guide. Step-by-step instructions tailored for Bookworm.

New story! Linux-Compatible Board Built Around RK3576 with 6TOPS NPU for AIoT Applications

The Forlinx Embedded FET3576-C SoM and its carrier board are designed to meet the demands of the AIoT market, emphasizing high performance, substantial computing power, and energy efficiency.

New story! DreamQuest N95 Mini PC Running Linux: Introduction

  • LinuxLinks.com; By Steve Emms (Posted by sde on Jul 25, 2024 8:40 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: Reviews; Groups: Linux
This is a multi-part blog looking at a DreamQuest N95 Mini PC running Linux. The model we’re testing has an Intel N95 processor, 32GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 1TB M.2 SSD. It sounds like an inexpensive machine to run Linux.

New story! Curl 8.9.0 Is Here: New Features, Bugfixes, and How to Install

Daniel Stenberg, the maintainer of Curl, has announced the release of Curl 8.9.0. This release marks a significant milestone in the project's history, with a whopping 260 bugfixes, 11 changes, and 2 security fixes.

New story! AMD Reveals More Zen 5 CPU Core Details

As a follow-up to last week's AMD Zen 5 overview with the Ryzen 9000 series and Ryzen AI 300 series, today the embargo has lifted on some additional Zen 5 CPU core details.

New story! BAFTA Award-Winner Siobhán McSweeney to host Mozilla’s 2nd Annual Rise25 Awards in Dublin, Ireland on August 13

Following the news of our 25 honorees for The 2nd Annual Rise25 Awards, Mozilla is thrilled to announce that actress and presenter Siobhán McSweeney will be hosting this year’s ceremony which will celebrate these individuals for leading the next wave of AI.

New story! How to Convert Documents Between LibreOffice and Microsoft Office File Formats on Linux

  • linuxconfig.org; By Lubos Rendek (Posted by linuxer on Jul 25, 2024 2:34 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: Tutorial; Groups: Linux
Converting documents between LibreOffice and Microsoft Office file formats can be essential for ensuring compatibility and ease of access across different platforms and software suites. On Linux, several methods and tools are available to facilitate this conversion process, enabling users to switch seamlessly between file formats without losing data integrity or formatting.

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