Gnome’s Dash to Panel Extension Gets a Massive Update

If you’re a fan of the Gnome Dash to Panel extension, you’ll be thrilled to hear that a new version has been released with a dock mode.

Dash to Panel updated with Dock Mode & GNOME 48 Support

Dock to panel, the popular GNOME extension that merge the top-bar and bottom dock (aka the dash) into single classic Windows style panel, got big updates a few days ago. The new release added GNOME 48 support, meaning it now works in Ubuntu 25.04 and Fedora 42 Workstation, though both are still in development at […]

The Linux Foundation’s latest partnership could shake up open-source ecosystems – here’s why

The two biggest corporate open-source foundations are merging.

MangoHud – Monitor FPS, CPU & GPU Load in Linux Games

The post MangoHud – Monitor FPS, CPU & GPU Load in Linux Games first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides .MangoHud is a powerful and lightweight tool designed for gamers, developers, and anyone who wants to monitor their system’…

GStreamer 1.26 Open-Source Multimedia Framework Released, Here’s What’s New

GStreamer 1.26 open-source multimedia framework is now available for download with H.266 Versatile Video Coding (VVC) codec support, as well as many other changes. Here’s what’s new!
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FSF News: FSF launches pre-bid phase for silent memorabilia auction

BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA (March 11, 2025) — The Free Software
Foundation (FSF) has published the memorabilia items for bidding in
the silent auction on the LibrePlanet wiki. Starting March 17, the FSF
will unlock items each day for bidding on t…

FSF launches pre-bid phase for silent memorabilia auction

BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA (March 11, 2025) — The Free Software
Foundation (FSF) has published the memorabilia items for bidding in
the silent auction on the LibrePlanet wiki. Starting March 17, the FSF
will unlock items each day for bidding on the…

What’s the best tiling window manager for a Linux beginner?

If you’re looking to up your Linux desktop game, a tiling window manager might be what you’re looking for. Here’s where I recommend you start.

First Look: Garuda Linux Introduces New COSMIC Edition

A first look at the new Garuda Linux edition featuring the up-and-coming COSMIC desktop environment developed by System76.
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Mesa 25.1 to Replace Nouveau Driver with Zink/NVK by Default for NVIDIA GPUs

Mesa 25.1 open-source graphics stack will use Zink and NVK instead of Nouveau for NVIDIA GPU users in terms of the default graphics driver.
The post Mesa 25.1 to Replace Nouveau Driver with Zink/NVK by Default for NVIDIA GPUs appeared first on 9to5Linu…

Building Immersive Virtual Realities with Ubuntu

by George Whittaker

Introduction

Virtual Reality (VR) is one of the most revolutionary technologies of the 21st century. From entertainment and gaming to healthcare and education, VR …

Distribution Release: IPFire 2.29 Core 192

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The IPFire project has announced a new update to its distribution for firewalls and routers. The project’s new release, version 2.29 Core Update 192, includes an updated Linux kernel wit…

KDE Plasma 6.3.3 Implements Battery Charge Threshold Support for More Devices

KDE Plasma 6.3.3 desktop environment is now available with various improvements and numerous fixes for bugs, crashes, and other issues. Here are the details!
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IPFire Hardened Linux Firewall Distro Is Now Powered by Linux Kernel 6.12 LTS

IPFire 2.29 Core Update 192 open-source hardened Linux firewall is now available for download with Linux kernel 6.12 LTS and other changes. Here’s what’s new!
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Ubuntu 24.04 Fixes Bluetooth Audio Connection Issues

If you’re an Ubuntu 24.04 LTS user regularly experiencing issues with connecting to audio devices, there’s an important update to the Bluetooth stack rolling out this week. A slew of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS users complained that certain paired Blu…

Prolong Laptop Battery Life in Linux by Limiting Charging Levels

Prolong your laptop’s battery life in long run by limiting the charging to 80%.

Zoë Kooyman on Post-Stallman Changes at the Free Software Foundation

In this, the first of a two part interview, the Free Software Foundation’s executive director Zoë Kooyman talks about changes at FSF since Richard Stallman stepped down as president about six years ago, the difference between “free software” and “open …

LXQt 2.2 Desktop Promises Many Wayland Improvements, QTerminal Updates

LXQt 2.2 desktop environment promises many Wayland improvements, QTerminal updates, and various other enhancements. Here’s what to expect from the upcoming release in mid-April 2025.
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5 Beautiful Themes to Spice Up Your Tmux Session

Elevate your Tmux sessions with five beautiful themes. Explore our curated selection to add style and functionality to your terminal environment effortlessly.

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Firefox 136 Now Available for Download, Here’s What’s New

Discover the latest features of Firefox 136, now available for download. Explore enhancements and improvements that elevate your browsing experience.

The post Firefox 136 Now Available for Download, Here’s What’s New appeared first on Linux Today.