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KDE Frameworks 6.17 open-source software suite is out now with various improvements and bug fixes for KDE apps and the Plasma desktop. Here’s what’s new!
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Ubuntu 24.04.3, the third point release of the current Ubuntu LTS, is out! Ubuntu developer team announced the release on Thursday: The Ubuntu team is pleased to announce the release of Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS (Long-Term Support) for its Desktop, Server, and Cloud products, as well as other flavours of Ubuntu with long-term support. As usual, […]
Read MoreThe DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The Tails project, which builds a Debian-based live Linux distribution with focus on online anonymity, has announced the availability of the initial release candidate for Tails 7.0. The …
Read MoreTails 7.0 amnesic incognito live system distribution is now available for public testing with majpr updates and new features. Here’s what to expect!
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GStreamer 1.26.5 open-source multimedia framework is now available for download with various improvements and bug fixes. Here’s what’s changed!
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A traditional Wi-Fi router gives you one access point, while a mesh system covers your whole home. Which is right for you?
Read MoreCalibre 8.8 open-source ebook manager is now available for download with an updated Kobo driver that supports the latest Tolino firmware and other chnages. Here’s what’s new!
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Audacity, the free open-source digital audio editor, released new 3.7.5 version few days ago. The new release of Audacity added initial Windows on ARM (WoA) support. Meaning user can now run the audio editor in Microsoft Surface, Dell XPS 13, etc machines with Snapdragon X series processors, and of course other devices, e.g., MacBook with […]
Read MoreThe DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Andreas Mueller has announced the release of Gnoppix AI Linux 25_8, a major new update of the project’s Debian-based distribution with focus on privacy and security, and with integrated …
Read MoreJetBrains releases IntelliJ IDEA 2025.2 with offline AI code completion, Java 25 support, Spring tools, and Maven 4 enhancements.
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Read MoreUbuntu 24.04.3 LTS is the third point release to the ‘Noble Numbat’. It adds 6 months worth of updates, a new Linux kernel and updated drivers.
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by George Whittaker
Introduction
With the arrival of GNOME 48, the desktop experience steps into a refreshing new era, blending clarity, visual richness, and adaptability. This releas…
Read MoreThe DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Paride Legovini has announced the release of Ubuntu 24.04.3, a minor update to the project’s 24.04 LTS series which includes security fixes and updates to address bugs. “The Ubuntu team …
Read MoreUbuntu 24.04.3 LTS (Noble Numbat) is now available for download powered by Linux kernel 6.14 from Ubuntu 25.04 (Plucky Puffin).
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The Samsung Freestyle 2 has some (literally) game-changing features. Plus, it’s over $300 off right now.
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