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cloud-init: How to Set Up Ubuntu 26.04 Servers Automatically

The post cloud-init: How to Set Up Ubuntu 26.04 Servers Automatically first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides .Installing and configuring cloud-init on Ubuntu 26.04 makes it much easier to automate server setup, especially when work…

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gnutrition @ Savannah: GNUtrition 0.33.0rc3

A test release of GNUtrition, 0.33.0rc3, is now available.

GNUtrition is free nutrition analysis software written for the GNU operating system. The USDA Food and Nutrient Database for Dietary Studies (FNDDS) is used as the source of food nutrient …

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Distribution Release: Gnoppix Linux 26_6

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Andreas Mueller has announced the release of Gnoppix Linux 26_6, the latest version of the project’s privacy-focused and AI-optimised Linux distribution. This version is based on Debian’…

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AI Model Release Tracker: GPT-5.6 rivals Fable 5, Muse Spark 1.1 pursues ‘personal intelligence’

Our AI Model Release Tracker keeps new models in context with their peers, so you know which are worth your time.

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Perplexity launches Bumblebee: How its new read-only dev scanner differs from Chainguard

The AI company’s Bumblebee tool tackles your most urgent question after any supply‑chain advisory: Do your programmers have this malware installed?

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Distribution Release: Rocky Linux 9.8

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The Rocky Linux project has announced the release of Rocky Linux 9.8 which retains 1:1 compatibility with Red Hat Enterprise Linux. The project’s release notes share highlights of the ne…

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Euro-Office, Europe’s open-source alternative to Microsoft Office and Google Docs, launches June 9

European tech firms will ship the first stable release of Euro-Office next month, giving governments and businesses worldwide a ready-to-run, sovereign alternative to Microsoft Office and Google Docs.

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This 8TB SanDisk SSD just got another price cut at Best Buy – here’s why I’d recommend it

The price of SSDs has been skyrocketing, but you can still save nearly 64% on the 8TB SanDisk Desk Drive external SSD from Best Buy right now – the lowest price we’ve seen.

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Anthropic launches Opus 4.8, with honesty as its killer feature

Anthropic’s latest Claude model isn’t just faster or smarter. Opus 4.8 is being pitched as more honest, more careful, and better suited to complex coding projects.

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Best Buy is selling the LG C5 OLED for nearly 50% off right now – and I highly recommend it

It may be a generation behind, but the LG C5 OLED TV still offers plenty of reasons to pick one up, especially at this price.

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How to force Google AI Overviews to prioritize your favorite news sources

Google’s Preferred Sources feature is now available in AI Overviews and AI Mode, so you can add your favorite sites to your AI-powered searches.

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NixOS 26.05 ‘Yarara’ Released with Systemd Initrd by Default and Major Infrastructure Updates

by George Whittaker

The NixOS project has officially released NixOS 26.05, codenamed “Yarara,” continuing the distribution’s unique approach to Linux system management through declarat…

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When revealed data brings AI rollouts to a screeching halt – and how to manage it

With AI, long-forgotten data assets suddenly turn to gold, with potential security risks.

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Ubuntu 26.10 Targets Linux 7.2 as Default Kernel

Ubuntu 26.10, the next Ubuntu version that’s scheduled for October 15, targets to use Linux 7.2 as the default Kernel. The Ubuntu developer team announced this decision one day ago in Ubuntu Discourse: Based on the current Linux release predictions, the mainline v7.2 kernel is expected to be released on Sunday, 2026-08-30. This timing aligns […]

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How to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 today: 10 ways to stream (including free options)

One of the biggest sporting events of all time is here – and you don’t need an expensive cable package to watch.

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FOSS Weekly #26.22: Win for Linux, Firefox New AI Feature, AMD Betrayal, Rust Linux Commands and More

Linux gets some relief in the absurd OS-level age verification law fiasco.

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Why I ditched Copilot for Claude in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint – and how you can, too

Need AI help in Microsoft 365, but don’t love Copilot? Claude AI can help you create, edit, and analyze documents. Here’s how.

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NordVPN isn’t just a VPN anymore, but a full security suite – here’s what you get now

NordVPN argues that antivirus now means far more than it used to, so creating an app that combines VPN services with modern threat protection is the right path.

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I’m an iPhone user who switches to Gemini with Android Auto in the car – why I don’t regret it

Gemini can help with a variety of tasks when behind the wheel. All you need is an Android phone and a car with Android Auto.

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Oura Ring 5 vs. Oura Ring 4: I compared both smart rings for health tracking – you should buy this one

Your favorite smart ring is getting slimmer. Is the Oura Ring 5 worth the upgrade? I break it down.

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