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GNOME 46 to Add “Variable Refresh Rate” Configure Option

GNOME 46, the default desktop for Ubuntu 24.04 and Fedora 40, will finally have the option to enable Variable Refresh Rate. Variable Refresh Rate, VRR in short, is a feature for TV, monitor, and other displays, allowing to adjust refresh rate on the fly to match the frame rate of the graphics card. Which, is […]

5 Best Reference Management Software for Linux in 2024

The post 5 Best Reference Management Software for Linux in 2024 first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides .Time is an invaluable resource so any time-saving software comes in handy if it allows you to get rid of the tedious routine ta…

Vim Mastery Continues: 8 More Powerful Tips for Linux Admins (Part 2)

The post Vim Mastery Continues: 8 More Powerful Tips for Linux Admins (Part 2) first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides .In the previous article of this series, we reviewed 7 tips and tricks to add to your vi/m skill set, besides the…

Hardinfo2 – Check Hardware Information in Linux

Hardinfo2 (in short for “hardware information“) is a system profiler and benchmark graphical tool for Linux systems that is able to gather information from both hardware and some software and organize it in an easy-to-use GUI tool.
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Linux Mint is Building a New Desktop Chat App

A new IRC client (but don’t call it an IRC client) is being developed by Linux Mint. The Ubuntu-based distro currently includes Hexchat in its default software set. IRC isn’t as trendy as Discord or Telegram but it is a free, open standard …

How to Install Immich with Docker: A Comprehensive Guide

Learn how to install Immich via Docker and take control of your photos and video collections in this tutorial. A secure, self-hosted solution for everyone.
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Canonical turns 20: Shaping the Ubuntu Linux world

Ubuntu’s parent company — now powering millions of desktops, servers, and clouds — continues to seek the balance between delivering ‘Linux for Human Beings’ and embracing its responsibilities in the global tech market.

KDE Plasma 6.0.1 Is Here to Improve the Overview Effect and Fix Several Bugs

KDE Plasma 6.0.1 is now available as the first point release to the latest KDE Plasma 6 desktop environment series addressing various bugs, crashes, and annoyances for a more enjoyable experience.
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How To Find Parent Process ID In Linux: A Step-by-Step Guide

In this guide, learn how to find the Parent Process ID (PPID) of a given process in Linux using ps and pstree commands for better process management, troubleshooting, and security.
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GNUnet News: GNUnet 0.21.0

GNUnet 0.21.0 released

We are pleased to announce the release of GNUnet 0.21.0.

GNUnet is an alternative network stack for building secure, decentralized and
privacy-preserving distributed applications.
Our goal is to rep…

Linux Mobile Distro postmarketOS Adopts systemd to Better Support GNOME, KDE Plasma

postmarketOS Linux distribution adopts the systemd init system to offer better compatibility with the latest KDE Plasma Mobile and GNOME desktops.
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Using Fedora Linux as Daily Driver for Years [Real Tips]

Here are a few tips to keep using Fedora Linux as your daily driver for many years, based on actual experiences.
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AlmaLinux vs. Rocky Linux: In-Depth Server Comparison

We’ll be exploring the key features of AlmaLinux and Rocky Linux, benchmark performance and stability, delving into their unique security capabilities, and weighing the level of community support and development — all crucial factors to help you decide…

Mastering the Core: A Guide to Linux Kernel Customization

by George Whittaker

The Linux kernel is the beating heart of any Linux Operating System (OS), a formidable software layer that sits at the core of the computing experience, facilitatin…

No, It’s Not Just You: Facebook Is Down for Everyone

If you think it’s no fun being a Facebook user today, just thank you’re stars that your not technical staff at Meta.
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How to install and configure fail2ban for even more SSH security

If you’re looking to add an extra layer of security to your Linux desktop or server, fail2ban is a great option to help prevent unwanted SSH logins.

GStreamer 1.24 Multimedia Framework Released With Vulkan H.264 & H.265 Video Decoders

Highlights of the GStreamer 1.24 release include Vulkan H.264 and H.265 video decoders, a new unixfd plugin for efficient 1:N inter-process communication on Linux, new GstMeta for SMPTE ST-291M HANC/VANC Ancillary Data, a new W3C Media Source Extension…

How to Disable CPU Cores to Save Power in Ubuntu 22.04

This tutorial shows how to disable certain CPU cores in Ubuntu to save power and prevent your machine from overheating. There are a few tools to manage CPU frequency and save power in Linux today. They include power-profile-daemon (Gnome built-in power mode settings), TLP laptop battery life saving tool, auto-cpufreq, and more. Besides limiting CPU […]