This site is a collection of tips, examples and small chunks of code I’ve used over the years as I’ve worked with Linux. Mostly the items found here are for my own use but I’ve made the site public in the chance that it will help other people. If you find something useful please let […]
Read MoreThis tutorial shows how to install the last version of Darktable (5.6.1 so far) via native DEB package in Ubuntu 26.04, Ubuntu 24.04, Ubuntu 22.04, and their based distributions such as Linux Mint 22.x. Darktable is a popular free open-source photography and raw developer application, which is so far at version 5.6.1. It provides official […]
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OpenShot 4.0 sees the open-source video editor add colour grading tools, a recording dock for audio and screen capture and new AI effects. Plus, Qt 6 and better Wayland support on Linux.
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In a wide-ranging interview, the founder of the Free Software Movement discusses GNU, Linux, the open-source split, large language models, SaaSS, digital surveillance, and why software freedom remains a moral issue.
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Sushi, the file previewer application for GNOME Desktop, released the 51 RC version today. The last 51 alpha & beta releases of this macOS Finder’s Quick Look style application ported the app to GTK4 plus LibAdwaita, so when you pressing Space on a file, it pops-up a modern native preview window that follows system light […]
Read MoreDebian is a big name, a leader in the community, so the decision Debian made is going to set a precedent. It may lead to more projects embracing AI as Debian leads the way.
Read MoreThe DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The ReactOS project develops an open source operating system which is designed to be compatible with software and drivers created for Microsoft Windows. The project’s latest release comb…
Read MoreThe DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Abora OS is general-purpose Linux distribution based on NixOS. The project’s latest release, version 2026.08.28 (also tagged as version 4.0.0 and carrying the codename “Everest”), is ava…
Read MoreThe DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Liya Linux is an Arch Linux-based, rolling release distribution. The project’s latest snapshot, version 2026.08.29, intorduces a new versioning scheme, removal of AI content and tools, a…
Read MoreDXVK, the open-source translation layer that converts Windows Direct3D calls into Vulkan calls on Linux, released new 3.1 version a day ago. The new library version introduced some new features and fixes for running Windows apps/games on Linux through Wine, Proton and Steam Play. The new version added basic support for DXGI present parameters, a […]
Read MoreAudacity, the free open-source audio editor and recorder application, released the Beta 4 for next major 4.0 version yesterday. Audacity 4.0 is the next major release that features Qt6 based UI, while current 3.x uses wxWidget for native look and feel in Linux (GTK3), Windows, and macOS. With the new Beta release, it finally supports […]
Read MoreThe DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The openKylin project has announced the release of openKylin 3.0, a major upgrade of the project’s Linux distribution for desktops and servers, with a custom desktop environment called U…
Read MoreNew bidirectional-text tools, better OOXML round-tripping, and no built-in AI show why LibreOffice is accountable to users rather than product-market calculations.
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New bidirectional-text tools, better OOXML round-tripping, and no built-in AI show why LibreOffice is accountable to users rather than product-market calculations.
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A new version of open-source ebook manager Calibre is out – and it lets you create custom book covers using generative AI. Calibre 9.14, released August 28, lets you edit metadata for any book in your library and click an “AI Generate button̶…
Read MoreThe DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The EndeavourOS project has a new release, which is acting as a filler between two major releases. Endeavour OS 2026.08.15 “Titan Nova” snapshot fixes some keyboard setup issues, improve…
Read MoreImage Toolbox will draw you in with its export presets tailored for Instagram, X, YouTube, and more.
Read MoreUbuntu 26.04.1, the first point release for the latest LTS, was released last night! The new version of this long term support Ubuntu edition fixed a large amount of issues, and added some new touchpad, fingerprint reader, and sound devices support. First, the new point release fixed some issues upgrading from 24.04/25.10 to 26.04. And, […]
Read MoreThe DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Oliver Reiche has announced the release of Ubuntu 26.04.1, an update to the distribution’s latest long-term support release. “Ubuntu 26.04.1 LTS, codenamed “Resolute Raccoon”, is here. T…
Read MoreUbuntu 26.04.1 LTS is now available to download, the first of 5 point releases scheduled for the ‘Resolute Raccoon’ in the 3 years. The release doesn’t add new features, but brings a refreshed installation image (.iso) that includes a…
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