PipeWire 1.0 Officially Released

PipeWire was created to take the place of the oft-troubled PulseAudio and has finally reached the 1.0 status as a major update with plenty of improvements and the usual bug fixes.

Distribution Release: Nitrux fefc905b

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The Nitrux team have published a new version of the project’s Debian-based distribution. The project’s latest release, which is labelled “fefc905b” and referred to as 3.2.0 in the releas…

Tails 5.20 Brings Latest Tor Browser, Ditches AdGuard Filter List

Tails 5.20 releases enhanced privacy with the Tor Browser 13.0.4 update and improved email security with Thunderbird 115.5.0. Here’s what’s new!
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Greg Casamento: Objective-C end of life?? Not a chance…

Recently, I saw this article regarding ObjCs “end of life” from JetBrains.

The tiobe index seems to disagree. It’s also important to remember that jetbrains recently had to take down their AppCode application (which sucked) since it didn’t sell.

J…

Notepad++ Marks 20th Anniversary with New Release

The open-source text editor Notepad++ is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a new release filled with some neat new features. In Notepad++ 8.6 (the 238th release since 2003, for those keeping count) the Windows-based code tool adds to its extensive …

FSF Events: FSF Free Software Community Meetup on December 15, 2023

We are inviting you to the first ever FSF Free Software Community
Meetup on Friday, December 15, 2023, from 18:45 to 21:00 (6:45 PM to
9:00 PM) EST.

Development Release: Qubes OS 4.2.0 RC5

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Qubes OS is a security-focused operating system which isolates key system components and tasks from each other. The project’s latest development snapshop, Qubes OS 4.2.0-rc5, includes th…

Switcheroo – Simple & Modern GTK4 Image Converter for Linux

Looking for app to convert your photo images into other formats? Try Switcheroo. For batch image processing, I’d recommend to use Converseen. However, stupid simple applications are always good choices for beginners. And, Switcheroo is one stupid simple app for converting photo images, while having modern look and feel in today’s Linux desktop. With it, […]

Rocky Linux 9.3 is Available for Download

The latest version of the RHEL alternative is now available and brings back cloud and container images for ppc64le along with plenty of new features and fixes.

Ultramarine Linux Flagship is a contender for desktop of the year

Looking for an elegant, highly configurable Linux desktop distribution? Consider my new go-to, which ships with a beautiful and user-friendly Budgie environment.

How to easily switch User Accounts in Ubuntu

Switching users in Ubuntu is a straightforward process. This guide provides detailed steps on how to change user accounts using both the graphical interface and command line, ensuring you can easily manage and switch between different users on your Ubu…

DistroWatch Weekly, Issue 1047

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. This week in DistroWatch Weekly: Review: GhostBSD 23.10.1News: Ubuntu Budgie may benefit from Wayland work happening in Xfce, Slackware streamlines 32-bit kernels, early issues with Free…

How to View Your Stats on Spotify?

To view the stats on your Spotify account, simply tap on the “Profile” icon and open the “Listening history” or use third-party sites like Stats for Spotify.

First steps in managing Ubuntu Server for beginners

This beginner’s guide to Ubuntu Server provides an easy-to-follow introduction to setting up and managing an Ubuntu Server. Learn the essentials of installation, configuration, and basic server tasks, paving the way for a successful and efficient serve…

Blue Recorder, Linux Screencast App, Ported to GTK4

GNOME Shell’s built-in screen recording feature is perfect at capturing short clips but when you need to record longer sessions you should use a dedicated screen recording app. Such tools give you greater control over video quality, output format…

How to refresh your DNS cache on Linux systems

Flushing the DNS cache in Linux can resolve a host of network issues. This guide provides simple instructions for clearing the DNS cache on various Linux distributions, helping to refresh your network settings and solve connectivity problems quickly an…

How to fix ‘sudo Command Not Found’ error in Ubuntu

Encountering ‘sudo command not found’ in Ubuntu can be a hurdle. This guide provides clear instructions to diagnose and fix the issue, whether it’s installing sudo, adjusting the PATH, or accessing the root account. Regain control and ensure smooth sys…

Distribution Release: OpenMandriva Lx 5.0

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The OpenMandriva team have announced the availablity of a new release of their user-friendly, desktop-focused operating system. “OpenMandriva Lx 5.0, the long-awaited release of the inde…

Analyzing Linux log files: grep vs. awk vs. sed

This article explores the strengths and use cases of grep, awk, and sed for log file analysis in Linux. Learn how each tool can be effectively utilized for searching, extracting, and manipulating data within log files, providing valuable insights for s…

The impact of intelligent automation on the insurance industry

According to Gartner, a mere 38% of insurance brands allow users to enroll online after submitting a quote request form. This statistic underscores a significant gap between customer expectations and the digital offerings of many insurance companies.  This article delves into intelligent process automation in insurance and explores its profound implications for the sector’s operations […]

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