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Download Now: First Arch Linux ISO Release Featuring Linux Kernel 6.15
Arch Linux has released its first ISO snapshot powered by the newly launched Linux kernel 6.15, marking the arrival of Arch Linux 2025.07.01. This snapshot, available for download, incorporates advancements in GNU/Linux technologies and aims to enhance hardware detection, particularly for newer and some older devices that previous Arch ISOs struggled with. Included with this…
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How to Fix Missing Desktop File Thumbnails in Ubuntu
Ubuntu has resolved a long-standing issue with file thumbnail previews not displaying on the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS desktop. For nearly a year, users experienced problems where image and PDF thumbnails appeared only as generic file icons on the desktop, although they were visible in the Nautilus file manager. This issue stemmed from the integration of…
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KDE Plasma 6.4.2 Enhances Kicker App Menu Widget, Spectacle, and More Features
The KDE Project has announced the release of KDE Plasma 6.4.2, marking the second maintenance update for the KDE Plasma 6.4 desktop environment series. This release, which comes just a week after KDE Plasma 6.4.1, introduces several enhancements and fixes aimed at improving user experience. One of the key improvements is in the Kickoff application…
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Linux App Release Roundup: Exciting New Releases for June 2025
June 2025 brought significant updates to several Linux applications, with notable releases worth highlighting. ONLYOFFICE 9.0 The redesigned ONLYOFFICE 9.0 has caught attention for its new features and improved user experience, marking a substantial upgrade for document editing. High Tide on Flathub The debut of the High Tide TIDAL client on Flathub delighted music lovers,…
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Steam Client Introduces Default Proton Support for Non-Native Linux Games
Valve has released a new stable update for the Steam Client on June 30, 2025, introducing significant features aimed at enhancing the gaming experience for Linux users. One of the most important updates is the default enabling of Proton for games that lack a native Linux build, similar to allowing "Enable SteamPlay for other titles."…
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Ubuntu 25.10 Elevates RISC-V Profile Standards: What You Need to Know
Canonical is making strides in promoting Ubuntu for RISC-V devices, such as the RISC-V tablet from DeepComputing and various single-board computers. As the next long-term support (LTS) release approaches, Canonical is recalibrating its hardware support strategy with a significant change affecting future versions of Ubuntu on RISC-V platforms. A New Baseline for RISC-V Ubuntu 25.10…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights from June 29th, 2025
The 246th edition of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup, dated June 29th, 2025, highlights significant developments in the Linux community. This roundup includes crucial updates and new releases in the Linux world, ensuring readers are well-informed. Highlights of the Week Firefox Update: A significant update to the Firefox web browser has been released, introducing enhancements and…
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Easily Rename Audio Devices on Ubuntu with This Simple App
If you’re someone who frequently switches between different audio sources on Ubuntu, you might find that the default labels for audio devices are often quite technical and not very user-friendly. For instance, instead of seeing the device as "Your Bluetooth Headset", you might see something like "BT-01 Headset #2". Fortunately, Ubuntu offers a way to…
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Enhance Your Workspace with the Floating Mini Panel GNOME Extension
GNOME Shell extensions offer users the ability to customize their desktop environments, and one of the latest additions is the Floating Mini Panel. This extension transforms the standard GNOME Shell Top Bar into a compact, always-on-top panel that can be activated via a toggle in the Quick Settings menu. When activated, the Floating Mini Panel…
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GStreamer 1.26.3: Security Fixes Address H.266 Video Parser Vulnerabilities
The GStreamer project has launched version 1.26.3, marking it as the third maintenance update of the 1.26 series for this widely used open-source multimedia framework. This release follows closely on the heels of version 1.26.2 and introduces several enhancements and fixes. Notably, GStreamer 1.26.3 integrates a new speech synthesis component that leverages the ElevenLabs API.…
