Rust in Linux now: Progress, pitfalls, and why devs and maintainers need each other

Where do Linux and Rust go from here? A roundtable of kernel developers share their thoughts.

Winamp opens its code, but it doesn’t open source its code

Nostalgic tech enthusiasts will love that WinAmp’s source code is available for personal use. Developers, not so much once they look at the license.
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15 Best Free and Open Source Linux Typing Tutors

Linux-based typing tutor software teaches fast and accurate typing through a system of informative lessons and progress tracking.
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FOSS Weekly #24.39: New File Manager, Webcam Issue in Ubuntu, GNOME 47 Release and More Linux Stuff

There is a new file manager in the Linux town.

Winamp Releases Source Code, but Don’t Rush to Rejoice

The Winamp source code is now open, but it has nothing to do with open source, and the company’s approach raises many ethical questions.
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KaOS Linux 2024.09 Released, Here’s What’s New

KaOS 2024.09 arrives with KDE Plasma 6.1.5, updated installer, and new apps like Zed editor. Dolphin and Konsole get enhancements.
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Fuduntu’s Founder Returns to Scratch Another Itch With SteamFork

What do you do when you own a handheld gaming device that you really wish was a Steam Deck? You install SteamFork on it, that’s what you do.
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5 messaging apps for Linux that make chatting online fun again

If Linux is your preferred OS and you’ve enjoyed a chatroom or two, you should check out these messaging apps – and invite your friends!

Hacker Successfully Runs Linux on a CPU from the Early ‘70s

From the office of "Look what I can do," Dmitry Grinberg was able to get Linux running on a processor that was created in 1971.

KaOS Linux 2024.09 Adds Calligra as Default Office Suite, Improves Installation

KaOS Linux 2024.09 is here two months after KaOS Linux 2024.07 and ships with the latest KDE software, including the KDE Plasma 6.1.5 desktop environment, as well as the KDE Gear 24.08.1 and KDE Frameworks 6.6 software suites, all built using the Qt 6….

FSF Events: Free Software Directory meeting on IRC: Friday, September 27, starting at 12:00 EDT (16:00 UTC)

Join the FSF and friends on Friday, September 27 from 12:00 to 15:00 EDT (16:00 to 19:00 UTC) to help improve the Free Software Directory.

How To Setup C++ Programming Tools on Ubuntu 24.04

This tutorial will help you install and get ready for C++ programming on Ubuntu 24.04 “Noble Numbat”. We will use the tools GNU G++ as the compiler and Geany IDE as the text editor. Both are free software. Lastly, we also mentioned links to a good C++ …

When to Use apt clean, apt autoclean, and apt autoremove

Do you feel it’s quite confusing, and you’re not getting when to use apt clean, apt autoclean, and apt autoremove? Then let’s come and clear it up.
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libtool @ Savannah: libtool-2.5.3 released [stable]

Libtoolers!

The Libtool Team is pleased to announce the release of libtool 2.5.3.

GNU Libtool hides the complexity of using shared libraries behind a

consistent, portable interface. GNU Libtool ships with GNU libltdl, which

hides the complexi…

OpenSSH 9.9 Features Enhanced Quantum-Resistant Algorithms

OpenSSH 9.9 is out now! Support for post-quantum key exchange, improved security features, and bug fixes.
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Revisited: MusicPod – music, podcast and internet radio player

We take a fresh look at MusicPod and note that the program has seen significant improvements.
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How To Efficiently Search Linux Manual Pages with the man -k Command

In this brief tutorial, we will learn how to efficiently search Linux Manual Pages with the ‘man -k’ command in Linux with an example.
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Fwupd 1.9.25 Adds Support for Dell K2 Docks and More Intel USB4 Hubs

Fwupd 1.9.25 Linux firmware updater is now available with support for Dell K2 Dock, Intel USB4 Hub, and other devices, as well as various improvements.
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Fwupd 1.9.25 Adds Support for Dell K2 Docks and More Intel USB4 Hubs

Fwupd 1.9.25 Linux firmware updater is now available with support for Dell K2 Dock, Intel USB4 Hub, and other devices, as well as various improvements.
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No Camera Found? Getting the Camera App to Work in Ubuntu 24.04

Making the Camera app work on Ubuntu 24.04 because Canonical seems to be not bothered by it even after the first point release of the latest LTS version.