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OpenSSH Announces Plan to Phase Out DSA Keys

OpenSSH will disable DSA keys by default starting June 2024, with a complete removal slated for 2025. Here’s more on that!
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GNOME 46 Alpha Desktop Released for Public Testing, Here’s What’s New

The GNOME Project released today the alpha version of the upcoming GNOME 46 “Kathmandu” desktop environment series for early adopters, application developers, and Linux enthusiasts who want to get an early taste of the new features and improvements.
Th…

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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS To Get 12 Years of Updates

We now have some additional insights into what we could expect from the Ubuntu 24.04 release thanks to an interview done by Destination Linux at the Ubuntu Summit with a special guest.
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How to easily convert Hex to ASCII in Linux Terminal

Converting hexadecimal to ASCII in the Linux command line is a handy technique for developers and system administrators. This guide demonstrates how to use command-line tools like xxd and printf for efficient hex-to-ASCII conversion, simplifying data d…

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Fedora Asahi Remix Delivers Major Improvements

The latest Fedora Asahi Remix updates feature robust HDMI support for Apple’s M1 & M2 series, significant GPU driver upgrades, and more.
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FSF News: FSF job opportunity: Outreach and communications coordinator

The Free Software Foundation (FSF), a Massachusetts 501(c)(3)
charity with a worldwide mission to protect computer user freedom,
seeks a motivated and talented individual, if possible Boston-based, to be our
full-time outreach and communications coor…

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FSF Events: Free Software Directory meeting on IRC: Friday, January 19, starting at 12:00 EST (17:00 UTC)

Join the FSF and friends on Friday, January 19, from 12:00
to 15:00 EST (17:00 to 20:00 UTC)
to help improve the Free Software Directory.

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COSMIC Desktop Announces Roadmap to Alpha Release

A sneak peek at the upcoming System76’s COSMIC desktop Alpha release with stunning apps, improvements and a modern look.
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Linux Kernel 4.14 Reaches End of Life After More Than 6 Years of Maintenance

Renowned kernel developer Greg Kroah-Hartman announced today on the Linux kernel mailing list the release of Linux 4.14.336 as what appears to be the last maintenance update to the long-term supported Linux 4.14 kernel series, which is now marked as EO…

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How To Resize and Shrink Hard Disk Partitions using GParted

This tutorial will show a basic method to resize and shrink hard disk drive partitions and filesystems that can be practiced for any computer as well as laptop. You will need an Ubuntu Livecd which GParted software is available built-in either in form …

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How to Install Nagios Monitoring Tool on Debian 12

Nagios is an open-source monitoring system for tracking IT infrastructure health and performance. It provides real-time alerts and status overviews for servers, networks, and applications, enabling proactive problem resolution.

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How to Install Mastodon Social Network on Debian 12

Mastodon is a free, decentralized, and open-source social network. This tutorial will teach you how to set up your instance of Mastodon on a server with Debian 12 using Docker.

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PipeWire Camera Support Is Coming to OBS Studio for Linux Desktops

While it’s not ready for prime time due to the lack of real consumers, this change to OBS Studio, which combines the PipeWire media framework and Camera portal, promises to be the future of cameras on the Linux desktop, according to developer Georges S…

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Disable Turbo Boost / Set Constant CPU Speed in Ubuntu 22.04/24.04

This tutorial shows how to turn off CPU turbo boost, and/or set constant maximum (or minimum) CPU speed in Ubuntu 22.04 and/or Ubuntu 24.04. Disable turbo boost will limit your CPU speed to prevent running over the base frequency. It’s useful to save power and prevent your computer from overheating. For choice, user can also […]

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Quick reference: Basic Vim commands for new users

Vim is a powerful text editor used in Linux. This guide covers basic Vim commands that are essential for every user, from navigating and editing text to saving and exiting files. Learn these foundational commands to improve your efficiency and proficie…

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Linux Mint 21.3 Officially Released, This is What’s New

Linux Mint 21.3 is now available to download — the first version to offer Wayland support in the Cinnamon desktop. Following a successful bout of bug-busting in last month’s beta release, Mint devs have gone ahead and rubber-stamped a stable rele…

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Distribution Release: Linux Mint 21.3

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The Linux Mint team have published a new version of their Ubuntu-based distribution: Linux Mint 21.3. The new point release includes several new features, including a new type of Cinnamo…

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13 Best Open Source ChatGPT Alternatives

Looking for open-source ChatGPT alternatives? We curated some of the best ones for you to take a look at.

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A beginner’s guide to using SSH in Linux

SSH (Secure Shell) is a vital tool for secure remote system management in Linux. This guide introduces the basics of SSH, including setting up an SSH server, connecting to remote systems, and transferring files securely, providing a solid foundation fo…

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Security-Oriented Qubes OS Is Now Pre-Installed on StarBook Mk VI Linux Laptops

As of today, the Linux-powered notebook is also certified for the security-oriented Qubes OS distribution. Qubes OS is a unique distro that leverages Xen-based virtualization to provide users with top-notch security for their needs through isolated com…

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