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Kali Linux 2024.1 launches with a fresh theme, expanded mirrors, and upgraded cybersecurity tools. Here's more on that!

Offensive Security announced today the release and general availability of Kali Linux 2024.1 as the first update in 2024 for this Debian-based, rolling-release distribution for ethical hacking and penetration testing.

With brute-force attacks becoming more and more common, it’s best to prevent any malicious users from ever being able to attempt to guess your password. That’s why it’s important to set up SSH key authentication on your Linux server. Using key-based authentication is a lot safer and can pretty much never be guessed by anyone else. It’s also super easy to set up. Let’s get right into it.

Ubuntu-based KDE neon 6.0 introduces the stable Plasma 6 release, offering a seamless and modern desktop experience.

The release of Tails 6.0 brings many improvements that cater to new and seasoned users, emphasizing security, usability, and privacy for those passionate about online security. The new features introduced in this version highlight the project's commitment to enhancing user experience while maintaining robust security protocols.

With nearly a quadrillion requests handled, Cloudflare's Pingora steps into the open-source world to benefit the Internet. Here's more on that!

The Armbian community has recently announced the release of Armbian 24.2, codenamed ‘Kereru’. This update represents the latest development in the Armbian series, a Linux distribution that specializes in running on ARM-based devices. Armbian 24.2 Kereru includes several enhancements and bug fixes aimed at improving the stability and functionality of the operating system. Major Highlights […]

Forgetting the root password on your Ubuntu system can significantly hinder your ability to perform essential administrative tasks. However, there’s no need to worry. Ubuntu Linux provides a relatively straightforward process to reset the root password, ensuring you can regain full access to your system. This guide walks you through the necessary steps to reset your root password, helping you to restore your administrative capabilities without much hassle.

Graphite is a vector and raster graphics program that’s powered by a node graph compositing engine. It brings together layers with nodes.

Cloned then compromised, bad repos are forked faster than they can be removed A malware distribution campaign that began last May with a handful of malicious software packages uploaded to the Python Package Index (PyPI) has spread to GitHub and expanded to reach at least 100,000 compromised repositories.…

Here are the latest updates to our compilation of recommended software. This is one of our largest updates ever.

Vivaldi 6.6 web browser delivers extension-ready web panels, advanced mail search & translation, and enhanced dark mode settings.

There are lots of issues getting non-Intel Wi-Fi modules to work well under Linux. Find out how to fix Wi-Fi isn't working issue on Linux.

Copr is a build-system for anyone in the Fedora community. It hosts thousands of projects for various purposes and audiences. Some of them should never be installed by anyone, some are already being transitioned to the official Fedora Linux repositories, and the rest are somewhere in between. Copr gives you the opportunity to install 3rd party […]

TurboWarp desktop is a free and open-source Scratch client application with a compiler available for Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Discover a step-by-step guide to install the latest version of Rust via the Rustup installer script on Ubuntu and other Linux distros.

Shotcut's latest update brings Ambisonic Audio support, making 360° video projects more immersive with spatial sound. Here's more on that!

The Analog Discovery Pro ADP2230 is a mixed signal oscilloscope with Linux support designed for a range of professional engineering applications. It integrates multiple functions typically found in various test and measurement devices into a single unit. Key components and capabilities include: For digital signal processing, the device includes 16 digital input/output channels, compatible with 3.3 V CMOS […]

Filesystem encryption is a method of encrypting all files on a filesystem to protect data from unauthorized access. It involves converting data into a coded format that can only be accessed or decrypted with the correct key or passphrase. This security measure is critical for safeguarding sensitive data, including personal information, financial records, and confidential documents...

The big new version of the other desktop, complete with improved HDR and a spinning desktop cube. The latest major release of KDE Plasma is here, a decade after KDE 5. This is only the fifth February 29 since KDE 4 in 2008, making this a rare event.…