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Introducing Budgie 10.10: A Wayland-Only Desktop Environment Unveiled in Developer Preview
The Budgie desktop development team has released a Developer Preview of Budgie 10.10, a significant update to the popular desktop environment that exclusively supports Wayland systems. This marks a pivotal step as Budgie transitions away from X11 sessions. Initiated over a year ago, the development of Budgie 10.10 aims to leverage various Wayland protocols, including…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights and Updates for November 16th, 2025
The 266th installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup for the week ending November 16, 2025, highlights significant updates and releases in the Linux ecosystem. If you missed last week’s roundup, you can check it here. Key Highlights This week introduced several major updates, including a new Mesa graphics stack release, Proton version for Linux gaming,…
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Track Your Linux Laptop Battery Health Easily with Wattage: A Comprehensive Guide
If you’re using Linux on a laptop, one of the most pressing concerns is keeping an eye on your battery status. While basic battery life indicators are often sufficient for daily use, sometimes you need more detailed insights—like capacity, current health, charge cycles, voltage, and other specifics. For Ubuntu users, the built-in GNOME Power Manager…
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Debian 13.2 “Trixie” Launches with 123 Bug Fixes and 55 Security Updates: What You Need to Know
The Debian Project has unveiled Debian 13.2, affectionately named “Trixie,” marking the second update in the Debian GNU/Linux 13 series. This new release brings significant improvements, including 123 bug fixes and 55 security updates, enhancing the overall stability and security of the operating system. Debian 13.2 becomes available just two and a half months after…
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KDE Frameworks 6.20: Elevating User Experience with Enhanced Push/Pop Animations in System Settings
KDE Frameworks 6.20 has been released, introducing several enhancements for users of the KDE environment. This update includes improved KRunner search result ordering, allowing for a more intuitive experience when searching for applications or files. One of the standout features is a new push/pop animation for System Settings pages, which adds a visually appealing element…
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Thunderbird 145: Embracing Microsoft Exchange Support and Exciting New Features
The latest version of the open-source desktop email client Thunderbird, specifically version 145, has introduced a significant update: support for Microsoft Exchange via the Exchange Web Services (EWS) API. While this current implementation focuses solely on email functionality, plans are in place to extend this support to include access to calendars and the address book…
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Introducing Firefox’s New AI Browsing Mode: Revolutionizing Your Online Experience
Mozilla is excited to announce a significant upgrade to the Firefox web browser—introducing the new "AI Window" mode. This feature aims to enhance user experience by allowing seamless interaction with an AI assistant while browsing the internet. According to Mozilla, the AI Window is described as “a new, intelligent and user-controlled space” that provides personalized…
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openSUSE Tumbleweed Embraces GRUB2-BLS Bootloader for New UEFI Installations
The openSUSE project has recently announced a significant change in its Tumbleweed rolling-release distribution by making GRUB2-BLS the default bootloader for new installations in UEFI mode. This transition means that users installing openSUSE Tumbleweed on UEFI-based systems will automatically have GRUB2-BLS set as their bootloader by the YaST installer, especially beneficial for those utilizing full…
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Exciting Updates to Linux’s Sleekest System Monitor App!
Mission Center, a sleek GTK4/libadwaita system monitoring tool for Linux, has received an update to version 1.1. This application is designed to simplify the monitoring of various system resources, including CPU, memory, disk, network, and GPU usage, all from a single dashboard. The recent update has significantly revamped the Services page, allowing users to view…
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Valve Unveils Steam Machines, Steam Controller, and Steam Frame VR Headset: A New Era for Gaming Experience
Valve has unveiled three new products: the Steam Machines, the Steam Controller, and the Steam Frame VR headset, marking a significant evolution in its gaming hardware lineup. Steam Machines The Steam Machines are powered by an AMD Zen 4 processor featuring 6 cores and 12 threads, with a clock speed reaching up to 4.8 GHz.…
