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This privacy-first chatbot is taking off – here’s why and how to try it

Users are flocking to Duck.ai. Is it a reaction to increasing concerns about AI companies and privacy? Here’s what you should know.

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I customized an Arch-based distro my way in under 5 minutes – and it’s glorious

Thanks to the Prism Linux installer, I curated exactly the software I wanted and achieved the dream of out-of-the-box experiences.

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Don’t ignore your desktop PC’s empty M.2 slots – they’re more useful than you think

M.2 slots aren’t just for storage; you can get more use out of your desktop with some initial investment.

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I replaced my outdoor Bluetooth speakers with a wired audio system, and don’t regret it

Review: The Polk Audio Atrium 5 speakers pair a sleek, minimalist design with full weatherproofing, delivering crisp, dynamic sound.

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GNOME 50 dropped support for accessing Google Drive files

If you’re used to accessing your Google Drive in the Nautilus file manager, a heads-up that the feature is no longer available in GNOME 50, which is the desktop version the upcoming Ubuntu 26.04 LTS uses. While GNOME Online Accounts (GOA) integra…

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My favorite smart notebook for to-do lists is currently on sale

The Boox Note Air 5C is an E Ink tablet that acts as a journal, personal planner, note-taker, and more, and you can get a deal on a bundle during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale.

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FSF Events: LibreLocal meetup in Milan, Italy

May 9, 2026 at 12:45 CEST

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I tested the ‘survival computer’ that has all the offline utility you need – including AI

If you were ever curious how you’d stay informed and empowered without a network connection, Project NOMAD is for you.

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A dozen travel gadgets that can upgrade your spring break (and they’re on sale)

Traveling soon? Scoop up these nifty gadgets ahead of your travels for less during the last days of Amazon’s Spring Sale.

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FSF Events: LibreLocal meetup in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

May 30, 2026 at 10:15 WEST

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Distribution Release: Elive 3.8.50

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The Elive project has pubished a new stable release of its Debian-based distribution featuring the Englightenment desktop. The new version uses Debian 12 (Old Stable) as a base and offer…

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FSF Events: LibreLocal meetup in Montreal, Quebec, Canada

May 5, 2026 at 17:00 EST

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What Google’s TurboQuant can and can’t do for AI’s spiraling cost

Google’s real-time quantization could be important for running local AI. Here’s why.

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AirPods Pro 3 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2: I listened to both, and there’s a sonic difference

Which noise-canceling earbuds should you buy? The answer may go beyond just your device ecosystem.

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FSF Events: Free Software Directory meeting on IRC: Friday, April 3, starting at 12:00 EDT (16:00 UTC)

Join the FSF and friends on Friday, April 3 from 12:00 to 15:00 EDT (16:00 to 19:00 UTC) to help improve the Free Software Directory.

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I’ve been WFH for 7 years. These are the home office gadgets I want right now

I’m saving money on home office essentials this year during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, and you can too – but hurry. The sale ends tomorrow.

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YouTube is coming to Android Auto – but you can’t watch it

Here’s why some YouTube users could find this to be a pretty useful feature, anyway.

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This is hands-down the best juicer I’ve ever used – and it’s on sale

The Fluicer gets every drop of juice out of your lemons, limes, or oranges, with minimal effort. Get one for under $20 during the Amazon Spring Sale.

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Martin Wimpress Wants Out at Ubuntu Mate

After 12 years leading Ubuntu MATE, its founder says it’s time to hand the reins to new maintainers.
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Distribution Release: 4MLinux 51.0

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The 4MLinux project has published an update for its lightweight distribution. 4MLinux 51.0 includes a few key changes, including new media playing options. “The status of the 4MLinux 51….

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